2025 FIFA Club World Cup Match Preview: Paris Saint-Germain vs. Atlético Madrid

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The 2025 FIFA Club World Cup continues with a Group B showdown between Paris Saint-Germain and Atlético Madrid at the Rose Bowl Stadium in Pasadena, California. PSG enters the tournament as the newly crowned UEFA Champions League winners, while Atlético Madrid looks to make a statement against the European giants.

Game Details

Matchup: Paris Saint-Germain vs. Atlético Madrid

Date: Sunday, June 15, 2025

Time: 12:00 PM PT / 3:00 PM ET / 8:00 PM BST

Venue: Rose Bowl Stadium, Pasadena, CA

TV Broadcast: DAZN (Worldwide), Channel 5 (UK)

Paris Saint-Germain: European Champions Eyeing Global Glory

PSG enters the FIFA Club World Cup after a historic UEFA Champions League triumph, defeating Inter Milan 5-0 in the final. Under Luis Enrique, the Parisians have dominated domestic and European competitions, winning Ligue 1, Coupe de France, Trophée des Champions, and the Champions League.

Key Players to Watch (PSG)

Kylian Mbappé – PSG’s talisman, leading the attack with explosive pace and clinical finishing.

Ousmane Dembélé – Named UEFA Champions League Player of the Season, contributing eight goals and six assists.

Marquinhos – Defensive leader, holding the record for most all-time appearances for PSG.

Gianluigi Donnarumma (GK) – Veteran shot-stopper, crucial for PSG’s defensive stability.

PSG has been dominant in attack, scoring 152 goals in 58 competitive matches this season.

Atlético Madrid: Tactical Discipline & Defensive Solidity

Atlético Madrid finished third in La Liga, securing their 12th consecutive UEFA Champions League qualification. Under Diego Simeone, Atlético remains one of the most disciplined defensive teams in Europe, looking to frustrate PSG’s attacking firepower.

Key Players to Watch (Atlético Madrid)

Antoine Griezmann – Veteran forward, providing creativity and leadership.

Julián Álvarez – Scored 33 goals in all competitions, a lethal finisher.

Axel Witsel – Defensive anchor, controlling the midfield battle.

Jan Oblak (GK) – Elite shot-stopper, returning from injury.

Atlético Madrid defeated PSG 2-1 in their last competitive meeting, with Ángel Correa scoring a stoppage-time winner.

MATCH ODDS

Paris Saint-Germain – 105            Draw + 270         Atlético Madrid + 275

Over 2.5 – 140                   Under 2.5 + 110

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Saturday, June 14, 2025