The first edition of the expanded FIFA Club World Cup concludes as Chelsea faces Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey on July 13, 2025.
Chelsea, after a Conference League triumph, is aiming for their second piece of silverware in a short period. PSG, having secured a treble with their first-ever Champions League crown, seeks to add the Club World Cup to their trophy cabinet. PSG is eyeing an unprecedented septuple, having already won Ligue 1, the Coupe de France, the Trophée des Champions, and the UEFA Champions League. Winning the Club World Cup, UEFA Super Cup, and FIFA Intercontinental Cup would cement their place in football history.
Match Details
The final is scheduled for an 8 p.m. BST kick-off on Sunday, July 13, 2025. In India, the match starts at 12:30 AM IST on Monday. Alireza Faghani (AUS) has been confirmed as the referee for the final.
How to Watch
The match will be available on DAZN and TBS. In India, live streaming will be on the FanCode app and website, with live telecast on Eurosport TV channels.
Team News
Chelsea is concerned about Moisés Caicedo's ankle injury from the semi-final but he is expected to start. Levi Colwill and Liam Delap are available after suspensions, with Colwill likely returning to the starting lineup. Chelsea's predicted lineup is: Sánchez; James, Chalobah, Colwill, Cucurella; Caicedo, Fernández; Neto, Palmer, Nkunku, Pedro.
PSG is likely to field an unchanged side. Ousmane Dembélé is expected to start again. Lucas Hernández and Willian Pacho remain suspended. PSG's predicted lineup is: Donnarumma; Hakimi, Marquinhos, Beraldo, Mendes; Vitinha, Neves, Fabián; Doué, Dembélé, Kvaratskhelia.
Form and Analysis
PSG has been dominant, with a 4-0 semi-final victory over Real Madrid. They have not conceded a goal in the knockout stages. Chelsea secured a 2-0 semi-final win against Fluminense, with João Pedro scoring both goals. Chelsea had a group stage loss to Flamengo.
Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca recognizes PSG as "probably in this moment the best team in the world". PSG coach Luis Enrique aims to conclude the season in the best way possible.
Key Battles
FIFA has highlighted key duels, including Enzo Fernandez vs. Vitinha in midfield. Fernandez brings energy and competitiveness, while Vitinha offers incisive passing and control. Trevoh Chalobah will face Ousmane Dembele. Marquinhos, PSG's experienced defender, will contend with Chelsea's in-form forward, João Pedro.
Predictions and Odds
PSG is favored to win the match and claim their first Club World Cup title. Chelsea, however, has a history of upsetting the odds in finals. Pundits predict a PSG victory, possibly 3-1. The odds favor PSG at -135, with Chelsea at +370 and a draw at +275.
Chelsea's Perspective
Reece James believes Chelsea can cause an upset. Levi Colwill stated, "When you play for Chelsea, you're not scared to play against anyone...We're going to bring something different". Cole Palmer acknowledged PSG as the best team in the world but expressed excitement and readiness for the final.
A win for Chelsea would make them only the fifth team to win a second FIFA Club World Cup title and the first English team to achieve this feat.
Financial Rewards
Both Chelsea and PSG are guaranteed over $100 million in prize money.
