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PSG vs Atletico Madrid: Club World Cup Showdown at the Rose Bowl
Last updated: June 13, 2025 | Kick-off: June 15, 12pm local time (9pm CEST)
The 2025 FIFA Club World Cup’s first all-European clash is set for Sunday as Paris Saint-Germain and Atletico Madrid lock horns at the iconic Rose Bowl in Pasadena.
Both sides are making their debut in the new-format tournament, drawn into Group B alongside Brazil’s Botafogo and MLS outfit Seattle Sounders. But only one can take early control, making this a crucial opener.
PSG's Momentum
Fresh off a historic treble, PSG arrive with sky-high confidence. Luis Enrique’s men demolished Inter Milan 5-0 in the Champions League final and ended the season with 152 goals across all competitions. Despite some defensive frailties, their attacking flair is unmatched. The Club World Cup now presents a new frontier for a squad already brimming with silverware.
Atletico’s Tactical Edge
While Atletico endured an inconsistent domestic campaign, Diego Simeone’s side already hold a psychological edge. They defeated PSG 2-1 in the Champions League group stage last November, with Angel Correa netting a 93rd-minute winner in true smash-and-grab fashion. That grit could again serve them well.
Team News
PSG could be without Ousmane Dembele (injury), but Champions League final star Desire Doue is set to start. Atletico have a full-strength squad available, with Jan Oblak fit and their Argentine internationals rejoining the squad after national duty.
Prediction
This clash of styles—PSG’s free-flowing offense vs. Atletico’s disciplined defense—promises fireworks. While PSG’s form gives them the edge, Simeone’s men rarely go down without a fight.