Paris Saint-Germain produced a ruthless display to dismantle Real Madrid 4–0 in the semi-final of the 2025 Club World Cup, firmly stamping their authority on the international stage. The match, played at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, saw PSG explode out of the blocks with a ferocity that left Madrid shell-shocked. Luis Enrique’s side combined pressing intensity with clinical finishing, scoring three goals within the opening 24 minutes.PSG Crush Real Madrid 4–0 in Club World Cup Semi-Final Masterclass
Fabián Ruiz led the charge with a brace, including a sharp finish following a well-worked move involving Achraf Hakimi. Ousmane Dembélé opened the scoring by capitalizing on a defensive blunder, demonstrating PSG’s high press and Madrid’s vulnerability under pressure. Real Madrid, under the guidance of young coach Xabi Alonso, looked unsettled throughout the first half, unable to contain PSG’s dynamic attack. Despite fielding a side rich in emerging talent, Madrid lacked cohesion and experience — a stark contrast to PSG’s well-drilled, battle-hardened unit.
Even after a more subdued second half, PSG’s dominance never waned. Substitute Gonçalo Ramos added a late fourth goal, putting an exclamation mark on the Parisians’ comprehensive win. It was a performance that showcased PSG’s maturity, hunger, and intent to be recognized as the world’s best.
The result was more than a victory — it was a statement. PSG, already reigning European champions, now find themselves one step away from global club supremacy. Real Madrid, meanwhile, must regroup quickly. Their journey under Alonso is still in its early days, and while the talent is there, the growing pains were clear against such elite opposition.
Paris Saint-Germain will now face Chelsea in the final, aiming to cap off a spectacular season with yet another trophy. For Real Madrid, the night was a harsh lesson in the realities of rebuilding at the highest level.
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