'Knock Real Madrid out? We drew the toughest rival possible'

Despite their struggles in La Liga so far this season, Real Madrid are a different side when it comes to the Champions League and Draxler spoke respectfully about the Spanish giants when quizzed about the upcoming game.

"The game against Real Madrid is massive. We were drawn against the most difficult side to face in the competition: the defending champions," he explained.

"But if you want to win this tournament, you have to beat the best. I think small margins will decide the game."

Despite his kind words and his suggestion that the pair go into the game on an even footing regardless of league form, the German international remains confident that PSG will be the side to progress to the next round.

"I am confident that we can progress to the next round," he concluded.