Chelsea vs PSG: The stage is set for a historic showdown as Chelsea and Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) lock horns in the final of the inaugural 32-team FIFA Club World Cup 2025. The match will be played at the iconic MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, on Sunday, July 13, 2025 (Monday, July 14 at 12:30 AM IST).
Chelsea vs PSG Match Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| 🏟️ Stadium | MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA |
| 🕒 Match Time | 3:00 PM ET / 8:00 PM BST / 9:00 PM CEST / 12:30 AM IST (July 14) |
| 📺 Broadcaster | DAZN (Global Free Streaming), TNT, truTV (USA), Channel 5 (UK) |
| 🏆 Tournament | FIFA Club World Cup 2025 (Final) |
| 📅 Date | Sunday, July 13, 2025 |
Chelsea vs PSG Match Preview
This final is a clash of European titans. PSG, the reigning UEFA Champions League winners, are aiming to cap off a dream season with their first-ever Club World Cup title. Chelsea, winners of the UEFA Conference League, are looking to become the first English club to win the Club World Cup twice, having previously triumphed in 2021.
Chelsea’s Road to the Final
Chelsea have been clinical throughout the tournament. After a group stage stumble against Flamengo, they bounced back with wins over Palmeiras and Fluminense. Joao Pedro has emerged as a breakout star, scoring twice in the semifinal against his former club Fluminense.
Key Players:
- Cole Palmer – creative engine and set-piece specialist
- Joao Pedro – in red-hot form
- Enzo Fernandez – midfield maestro
- Robert Sanchez – reliable between the sticks
PSG’s Road to the Final
PSG have bulldozed their way to the final, including a 4-0 demolition of Real Madrid in the semifinals. Fabian Ruiz and Ousmane Dembele have been standout performers, while the team’s defensive solidity has been unmatched.
Key Players:
- Ousmane Dembele – 35 goals this season, electric pace
- Fabian Ruiz – midfield dynamo with a brace in the semifinal
- Gianluigi Donnarumma – commanding presence in goal
- Marquinhos – experienced leader in defense
Chelsea vs PSG Fantasy Tips
Must-Have Picks
- Ousmane Dembele (PSG) – In Ballon d’Or contention, a must-pick forward
- Joao Pedro (CHE) – In form and likely to start again
- Fabian Ruiz (PSG) – Goal-scoring midfielder with high involvement
- Cole Palmer (CHE) – Set-piece duties and creative output
⚠️ Risky Picks
- Moises Caicedo (CHE) – Injury concern, monitor before finalizing
- Willian Pacho & Lucas Hernandez (PSG) – Suspended, avoid
🧤 Goalkeeper Choice
- Donnarumma (PSG) – More likely to keep a clean sheet given PSG’s form
Chelsea vs PSG Dream11 Prediction (Probable XI)
Chelsea (4-2-3-1)
GK: Robert Sanchez
PSG (4-3-3)
Chelsea vs PSG Match Prediction
While PSG enter as favorites due to their dominant form and star-studded squad, Chelsea’s resilience and tactical discipline under Enzo Maresca make them formidable opponents. Expect a tight contest with moments of brilliance deciding the outcome.
Prediction: PSG 2-1 Chelsea (AET)
