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| PSG vs. Atletico Madrid in Club World Cup Showdown: What to Expect From This Exciting Clash in Pasadena. |
Fresh off their historic UEFA Champions League victory, Paris Saint-Germain are back in action—this time on a global stage. Their first challenge in the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup? None other than Diego Simeone’s ever-determined Atletico Madrid. The game is set to kick off on Sunday, June 15, at the iconic Rose Bowl in Pasadena, California.
A Rematch With Revenge on PSG’s Mind
PSG and Atletico Madrid last faced each other during the group phase of the revamped Champions League format. In that game, PSG dominated possession and created numerous chances but still fell 2–1 to a last-minute counterattack goal from Ángel Correa. That stung—but it also became a turning point for the French giants.
After that loss, Luis Enrique’s squad went on a rampage, knocking out three Premier League teams and capping their UCL campaign with a mind-blowing 5–0 win over Inter Milan in the final. That performance sealed their first Champions League title and cemented their status as a powerhouse.
Atletico Madrid: A Season of Highs and Lows
Atletico had an impressive run during the 2024–25 season, winning 15 straight matches at one point. But hopes of silverware were dashed after being eliminated from Europe by rivals Real Madrid and slipping in the La Liga title race.
A win in the Club World Cup would be a massive achievement for Simeone’s squad, and they’re heading into this match with plenty to prove.
PSG vs Atletico Madrid Match Info
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Location: Rose Bowl, Pasadena, California
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Date: Sunday, June 15, 2025
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Kickoff Times:
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8 p.m. BST
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3 p.m. ET
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12 p.m. PT
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Referee: István Kovács (Romania)
Head-to-Head: PSG vs Atletico Madrid
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PSG Wins: 0
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Atletico Wins: 1
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Draws: 0
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Last Meeting: PSG 1–2 Atletico Madrid (Nov. 6, 2024 – UEFA Champions League)
Recent Form – All Competitions
PSG:
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5–0 vs Inter (May 31)
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3–0 vs Reims (May 24)
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3–1 vs Auxerre (May 17)
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4–1 vs Montpellier (May 10)
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2–1 vs Arsenal (May 7)
Atletico Madrid:
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4–0 vs Girona (May 25)
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4–1 vs Real Betis (May 18)
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0–2 vs Osasuna (May 15)
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4–0 vs Real Sociedad (May 10)
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0–0 vs Alaves (May 3)
Team News and Probable Lineups
PSG (Coach: Luis Enrique)
Enrique brought a 24-man squad to the tournament with no major surprises. Expect some rotation from the Champions League final lineup. Ousmane Dembélé, who was nursing a minor injury, could sit this one out to rest. Gonçalo Ramos is expected to start up front in his place.
Young talents like Senny Mayulu, Warren Zaïre-Emery, and Ibrahim Mbaye may play key roles this summer.
Predicted Lineup (4-3-3):
Donnarumma; Hakimi, Marquinhos, Beraldo, Hernandez; Zaïre-Emery, Moscardo, Ruiz; Doué, Ramos, Kvaratskhelia
Atletico Madrid (Coach: Diego Simeone)
Simeone brought a full 30-man squad, including three veterans whose contracts are set to expire—César Azpilicueta, Axel Witsel, and Reinildo. No injury concerns mean they could go full strength in this opening game.
Rodrigo De Paul and top scorer Julián Alvarez are likely starters despite a busy summer schedule. Alexander Sørloth, who scored a hat trick on La Liga’s final day, will be pushing for a start, but Antoine Griezmann is still the main man up top.
Predicted Lineup (4-4-2):
Oblak; Molina, Gimenez, Le Normand, Galán; Simeone, De Paul, Barrios, Gallagher; Alvarez, Griezmann
Where to Watch PSG vs Atletico Madrid
Broadcast Info:
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United States: DAZN, TUDN, Watch TNT, Univision, truTV
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United Kingdom: DAZN
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Canada and Mexico: DAZN
Fans can stream every FIFA Club World Cup match live and on-demand via these platforms.
Score Prediction: PSG vs Atletico Madrid
PSG may be the favorites after their Champions League heroics, but Club World Cup matches come with a different kind of pressure. Playing in the U.S., post-celebration fatigue could kick in. They may not hit the same heights as they did against Inter.
That said, Atletico are always up for a gritty fight. With Simeone pulling the strings, they could frustrate PSG and come away with a result—especially if the Parisians aren’t firing on all cylinders yet.
Predicted Score: PSG 1–1 Atletico Madrid
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