A highly anticipated showdown is set as Chelsea and Paris Saint-Germain will face each other in the final of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup. Both clubs secured their spots in the championship match after decisive semi-final victories on Wednesday. The final will take place on Sunday, July 13, 2025, at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey.
Chelsea, the reigning UEFA Conference League winners, were the first to book their place in the final with a 2-0 victory over Brazilian side Fluminense. The Blues' new signing, João Pedro, was the hero of the match, scoring both goals against his former club.
Hours later, PSG, the current UEFA Champions League holders, delivered a stunning performance by defeating Real Madrid 4-0 in a dominant display. The French champions asserted their authority early in the match, with Fabián Ruiz opening the scoring. Ousmane Dembélé quickly doubled the lead, and Ruiz found the net again before halftime. Gonçalo Ramos sealed the comprehensive victory with a late goal.
This will be the first-ever meeting between the two clubs in a major final, adding an extra layer of excitement to the occasion. While Chelsea will be looking to add another international trophy to their cabinet, having won the previous edition of the tournament, PSG will be aiming to cap off a successful season by claiming the prestigious title for the first time.
However, PSG will be without two key defenders for the final. Pacho and Lucas Hernandez will be suspended for the match following red cards they received in the quarter-final against Bayern Munich. Their absence could be a significant blow to the Parisian side as they prepare to face a potent Chelsea attack.
The final promises to be a thrilling encounter between two of Europe's top clubs, both eager to be crowned the best in the world.
