Real Madrid and PSG are set to face off in the 2025 Club World Cup final. Mbappe vs. Dembele, the clash between the two European giants will be remembered in football history.
Real Madrid vs PSG: The football world is waiting for the epic Club World Cup final
MetLife Stadium is ready to witness history.
Two of Europe’s strongest giants – Real Madrid and Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) – are set to face off in the final of the FIFA Club World Cup (CWC) at this massive 82,500-seat stadium near New York, USA. This match is not just a battle between two clubs, it is a turning point in history.
Real Madrid’s unbeaten record and quest for the title
In the FIFA Club World Cup, Real Madrid has never suffered a defeat. They have won 17 matches, drawn three. Since 2014, they have played in the tournament and won 15 of them. This time, the goal is a record sixth title.
However, this campaign has not been easy. In the group stage, the Spanish team drew 1-1 with Al Hilal to begin their campaign. They then beat Pachuca 3-1 and RB Salzburg 3-0 to top Group H. They then defeated Juventus 1-0 in the last 16. They reached the semi-finals by defeating Borussia Dortmund 3-2 in the quarter-finals, where Kylian Mbappe’s bicycle kick secured victory.
PSG: On the verge of making history in one season
PSG have won four trophies so far in the 2024-25 season: Ligue 1, Coupe de France, Trophee des Champions and the Champions League. If they win this final, they will win a rare five trophies in a single season, the first time since Manchester City in 2023. In the group stage, they defeated Atletico Madrid 4-0, then defeated Seattle 2-0 after a 0-1 loss to Botafogo to advance to the knockout stages. They then advanced to the semi-finals by defeating Bayern Munich 2-0 and Inter Miami 4-0.
Extra excitement in the final: Mbappe vs old club PSG
Kylian Mbappe is without a doubt the main draw of this championship match. For the first time, he will play for Real Madrid against his former team, PSG. The French star striker has scored 44 goals in 58 matches for Real this season. On the other hand, PSG’s Dembele is also in great form – he has scored 34 goals in 51 matches.
One final, two superstars, one search for history
The recent performance statistics of the two teams are also similar. Real has scored 11 goals, PSG 12. Both teams have equally strong defenses and attacks. In addition, both clubs are confident with the return of their injured star strikers.
Last-minute drama: Storm hits Real Madrid’s path
Real Madrid’s press conference and media session were cancelled after their flights were delayed by storms in the Miami and New York areas. Coach Xabi Alonso and the players arrived in New York well after the scheduled time.But having overcome all obstacles, they are now ready for the final.
Finally
PSG are looking to make their season a rare triumph of winning five titles, while Real Madrid are looking to extend their reign by winning the Club World Cup for the sixth time. Mbappe vs. Dembele, Alonso vs. Enrique, two of Europe’s best clubs face off—the football world awaits a historic night.