Paris Saint-Germain are back in action for the first time since scaling Europe’s summit, kicking off their Club World Cup journey with a blockbuster showdown against Atletico Madrid.
Luis Enrique’s men, fresh off finally cracking the Champions League code, have their eyes set on another trophy in the newly revamped global tournament. With momentum on their side and silverware already piled high, PSG are looking to keep the trophy train rolling.
Their coronation came in emphatic fashion—a 5-0 demolition of Inter Milan that sent shockwaves through the continent. But not all roads were smooth. Along the way, they stumbled against Atletico, who handed them a 2-1 defeat in the League Phase back in November thanks to a dramatic late strike from Ángel Correa.
That result feels like a distant memory now. Since then, the tides have turned in a big way. PSG have steamrolled their way to a historic quadruple, while Diego Simeone’s side were left empty-handed when the dust settled.
The Sporting News looks at the key details ahead of this game, including how to watch the match, kickoff times and the latest lineup news.
PSG vs. Atletico Madrid live stream, TV channel
Here's how to watch this FIFA Club World Cup match in the UK:
TV channel: N/A
Live stream: DAZN
This game is not available for live TV broadcast in the UK. However, for Canadian fans, streaming option is available on DAZN.
What time does PSG vs. Atletico Madrid kick off?
This FIFA Club World Cup clash takes place at the Rose Bowl Stadium in Pasadena, California, and kicks off on Sunday, June 15 at 12:00 p.m. local time.
It translates to 8 p.m. BST in the UK.
PSG vs. Atletico Madrid predicted lineups, team news
Luis Enrique isn’t pulling any punches for the Club World Cup, rolling out a star-studded squad loaded with the same firepower that brought Paris its long-awaited Champions League crown.
All the usual suspects are present and accounted for, and a few names jump off the team sheet right away. Ousmane Dembélé brings his trademark flair, Désiré Doué adds a dash of unpredictability, and Bradley Barcola looks set to keep defenders on their heels.
PSG predicted XI (4-3-3, right to left): Donnarumma (GK) — Hakimi, Marquinhos, Pacho, Nuno Mendes — Joao Neves, Vitinha, Fabian Ruiz — Doue, Goncalo Ramos, Kvaratskhelia.
Injured: None.
Suspended: None.
Diego Simeone is bringing out the big guns for Atletico Madrid’s North American adventure, naming a full-strength squad packed with familiar faces and seasoned campaigners.
Antoine Griezmann leads the charge, with midfield maestros Rodrigo De Paul and Thomas Lemar also boarding the flight. Adding a bit of Premier League spice to the mix, England’s Conor Gallagher makes the cut, bringing some Three Lions flavor to Atleti’s red-and-white brigade.
Atletico Madrid predicted XI (4-4-2, right to left): Oblak (GK) — Molina, Le Normand, Gimenez, Javi Galan — Simeone, De Paul, Koke, Gallagher — Griezmann, Alvarez.
Injured: None.
Suspended: None.
Club World Cup fixture schedule for this week
All times ET
Saturday, June 14
- Al-Ahly vs. Inter Miami (8:00 p.m.)
Sunday, June 15
- Bayern Munich vs. Auckland City (12:00 p.m.)
- Paris Saint-Germain vs. Atlético Madrid (3:00 p.m.)
- Palmeiras vs. Porto (6:00 p.m.)
- Botafogo vs. Seattle Sounders (10:00 p.m.)
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