One of the most exciting matchups in the group stage of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup will feature Atlético Madrid taking on Paris Saint-Germain. Both teams are fully aware that a strong start against their most direct rival could all but secure a spot in the Round of 16.
The match is set to take place at the iconic Rose Bowl Stadium in Pasadena at 3 PM ET / 9 PM local time in Los Angeles, where ongoing protests continue over the newly passed immigration law. The political climate off the field adds a layer of intensity to what is already expected to be a fiercely contested battle.
There is mutual respect between both managers, who know each other extremely well and are known for their tactical discipline. This could lead to a tightly contested and strategic game, where a single moment could make the difference.
For Atlético Madrid, this will be a major test of their current form, especially considering PSG‘s dominant run in the most recent UEFA Champions League. The Parisian side stormed through the tournament and dismantled Inter Milan in the final to complete a historic treble. Now, they’re aiming to add the Club World Cup title and complete a historic “quadruple.”
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PSG arrives as one of the clear favorites for the tournament, showcasing not only attacking flair but also a much-improved defensive structure. Atlético, on the other hand, will lean on its experience, structure, and the brilliance of Antoine Griezmann to pull off a statement result.
Starting XI – PSG vs Atlético Madrid:
PSG: Donnarumma; Hakimi, Marquinhos, Pacho, Nuno Mendes; João Neves, Vitinha, Fabián Ruiz; Désiré Doué, Ramos, Khvicha Kvaratskhelia.
Atlético Madrid: Jan Oblak; Marcos Llorente, Robin Le Normand, Clément Lenglet, Javi Galán; Giuliano Simeone, Rodrigo De Paul, Pablo Barrios, Samuel Lino; Julián Álvarez, Antoine Griezmann.
