Historic Clash Awaits as PSG and Chelsea Set to Battle in Club World Cup Final

East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA – The 2025 FIFA Club World Cup will witness a historic finale as two European powerhouses, Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) and Chelsea, face off for the first time in the tournament’s history on Sunday, 13 July 2025. The expanded 32-team format, mirroring the FIFA World Cup, culminates in a thrilling showdown at the MetLife Stadium, with kickoff at 3:00 PM ET (12:30 AM IST on Monday, 14 July).

PSG, the reigning UEFA Champions League winners, stormed into the final with a stunning 4-0 demolition of Real Madrid in the semifinals. Fabian Ruiz (2 goals) and Ousmane Dembélé dismantled Madrid within just 24 minutes, showcasing PSG’s attacking brilliance. Substitute Ramos added a fourth late in the game to seal their place in the final. Earlier, they outclassed Bayern Munich 2-0 in the quarterfinals, with Désiré Doué and Dembélé on the scoresheet, though they finished the match with two red cards (Willian Pacho and Lucas Hernández).

Meanwhile, Chelsea, the 2021 Club World Cup champions, secured their spot with a 2-0 semifinal victory over Fluminense. Key players like Enzo Fernández, Marc Cucurella, and Cole Palmer have been instrumental in their campaign, blending experience and youth to overcome tough opponents.

This final marks a historic moment as it will be the first-ever all-European clash in the Club World Cup’s history. For PSG, it’s a chance to finally claim global glory after years of Champions League near-misses, while Chelsea aim to reaffirm their dominance on the world stage following a challenging domestic season.

The match will feature some of football’s biggest stars, with PSG’s Dembélé, Hakimi, Vitinha, and Ruiz leading a fearsome attack, while Chelsea will rely on Fernández’s midfield mastery and Palmer’s creative spark to unlock their opponents.

Fans around the world can catch the action live from MetLife Stadium—one of the most iconic venues in American sports—on Sunday, 13 July at 3:00 PM ET (12:30 AM IST on Monday, 14 July). With both teams in scintillating form, the stage is set for a blockbuster encounter that promises tactical intrigue, individual brilliance, and unforgettable drama.

Will PSG lift their maiden Club World Cup trophy, or will Chelsea add another historic title to their cabinet? Football fans won’t want to miss this epic showdown.

Stay tuned for live updates and post-match analysis!