Real Madrid endures a dismal defeat at the hands of PSG, with Alonso being a notable casualty.
Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) made a triumphant statement in the 2025 Club World Cup semi-final, defeating Real Madrid with a resounding 4-0 scoreline. The match took place at the MetLife Stadium in New York on July 9, 2025 [1][2][3].
PSG's attacking prowess was on full display, with Fabian Ruiz scoring twice in the first half, Ousmane Dembele adding another goal, and Goncalo Ramos sealing the win with a late strike. The victory sets up a highly anticipated final match between PSG and Chelsea for the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup title [1].
The match saw a less-than-impressive performance from Real Madrid's Vinícius Junior, who played at a slow pace. On the other hand, PSG's star player, Kylian Mbappé, did not make a significant impact against his former club [4].
PSG's coach, Luis Enrique, expressed confidence in their performance for the upcoming final, but voiced concerns about the kick-off time in the New York afternoon heat potentially affecting the team's performance [5]. He also stated that PSG aims to make history for their club in the final [6].
The winner of the Club World Cup final will receive a $40 million jackpot [7]. The final is scheduled for Sunday at 21.00 CET [8]. Notably, US President Donald Trump is expected to be present at the Club World Cup final [9].
In the other semi-final, Chelsea secured a 2-0 victory against Fluminense from Rio de Janeiro [10]. The Club World Cup final promises to be an exciting conclusion to the tournament, with two formidable teams battling for glory.
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- The victory against Real Madrid in the 2025 Club World Cup semi-final has set the stage for an exciting European-leagues finale, as Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) will face off against Chelsea for the title, with the premier-league champion eager to secure the $40 million jackpot that comes with the victory.
- PSG's attacking skills were on full show during the semi-final, with Fabian Ruiz, Ousmane Dembele, and Goncalo Ramos all scoring, while sports-analysis suggests that their strategic approach may prove decisive in the final against Chelsea.
- As the final approaches, US President Donald Trump is expected to be present at the MetLife Stadium, adding an extra layer of anticipation for the 2025 Club World Cup title match. Meanwhile, PSG coach, Luis Enrique, expressed confidence in their performance while acknowledging concerns about the kick-off heat potentially affecting their players' performance in the New York afternoon heat.
