Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) and Atletico Madrid are set to face off in one of the most high-profile fixtures of the FIFA Club World Cup 2025’s opening round. The Group B encounter will be held at the iconic Rose Bowl Stadium in Pasadena, California — the same venue that hosted the legendary 1994 FIFA World Cup final where Brazil triumphed over Italy in a penalty shootout.
This clash brings two contrasting narratives. PSG entered the tournament riding high after claiming their first-ever UEFA Champions League title. Meanwhile, Atletico Madrid are looking for redemption, this Club World Cup is their final shot at silverware in a season where they fell short in La Liga, Copa del Rey, and the Champions League.
The two sides last met just two months ago during the Champions League group stage. Atletico snatched a dramatic 2-1 win at the Parc des Princes, with Ángel Correa scoring a late winner. However, PSG bounced back to ultimately lift the trophy.
Match Details: PSG vs Atletico Madrid
Date: June 16
Time: 12:30 AM IST
Venue: Rose Bowl Stadium, Pasadena, California
PSG vs Atletico Madrid: Where to watch live
The PSG vs Atletico Madrid match will be streamed live in India on DAZN’s website and app, as DAZN holds FIFA’s broadcasting rights for the Club World Cup in the United States.
Predicted lineups
Paris Saint-Germain (PSG)
Donnarumma; Hakimi, Marquinhos, Pacho, Mendes; Neves, Vitinha, Ruiz; Doue, Ramos, Kvaratskhelia
Atletico Madrid
Oblak; Molina, Le Normand, Gimenez, Galan; Simeone, De Paul, Koke, Gallagher; Griezmann, Alvarez
The French champions will be without winger Ousmane Dembele, who sustained an injury during international duty with France in the UEFA Nations League. Rising talent Bradley Barcola is expected to take his place in the starting XI.
Coach Diego Simeone is weighing options up front. While Julian Alvarez remains a lock, either Alexander Sørloth or Antoine Griezmann could partner him in attack. Griezmann, however, is in the midst of a prolonged goal drought, having failed to score in his last 16 appearances and recently losing his spot in the starting lineup.
This match is crucial for both teams as a win could significantly impact their progression in the tournament, which also features strong competitors like Botafogo and Seattle Sounders in Group B. The Rose Bowl is expected to host a vibrant atmosphere, reflecting the significance of this global club competition.
