When is the UEFA Super Cup? What to know for PSG vs. Aston Villa

Whose 2026-27 soccer season will start with a bang?

While teams across Europe compete in preseason matches ahead of league play resuming, two sides will clash for a major trophy.

The UEFA Super Cup is next up, with the 2026 matchup featuring French giants Paris Saint-Germain and Premier League side Aston Villa.

So, what is the significance of the matchup and where will it be available to watch? Here’s what to know:

What is the UEFA Super Cup?

The Super Cup is an annual matchup between the reigning Champions League winner and Europa League victor.

PSG beat English giants Arsenal via penalties in the Champions League final while Aston Villa routed German side Freiburg 3-0 in the Europa League final.

When is the UEFA Super Cup?

PSG and Aston Villa will meet on Wednesday, Aug. 12.

What time is the UEFA Super Cup?

Kickoff from Red Bull Arena Salzburg in Austria is set for 3 p.m. ET/12 p.m. PT.

Where to watch the PSG-Aston Villa UEFA Super Cup on TV, online

The game will be broadcast on CBS Sports Network with streaming available on Paramount+ in the U.S.

Which stars will be missing the 2026 UEFA Super Cup?

PSG is set to have its main stars available for the clash in the club’s repeat bid for the trophy. Ousmane Dembele, Bradley Barcola, Vitinha and Joao Neves are among the World Cup stars who returned to team training.

It’s a different story for the Villains, though. Argentine goalie Emi Martinez and the English duo of Ezri Konsa and Ollie Watkins will not play after their World Cup runs. New signing Johan Manzambi, who broke out for Switzerland, is nursing an injury and also will not play. Morgan Rogers joined Chelsea after England’s exit and Belgian midfielder Amadou Onana tore his ACL.

Luis Enrique’s PSG has a clear path to victory over Unai Emery’s Villa.