Firstsitenews- The much-anticipated final of the expanded 2025 FIFA Club World Cup is set to unfold tonight, as Chelsea go head-to-head with Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) at the MetLife Stadium in New Jersey. Kick-off is scheduled for 8:00 PM BST, July 13, with both teams naming formidable starting XIs for what promises to be a thrilling encounter.
✅ Chelsea Starting XI (4‑2‑3‑1)
Goalkeeper: Robert Sánchez
Defenders: Malo Gusto, Trevoh Chalobah, Levi Colwill, Marc Cucurella
Midfield (Double Pivot): Reece James (Captain), Moisés Caicedo
Attacking Midfielders: Cole Palmer, Enzo Fernández, Pedro Neto
Striker: João Pedro
Bench: Jørgensen, Penders, Slonina, Acheampong, Anselmino, Sarr, Tosin Adarabioyo, Dewsbury-Hall, Lavia, Santos, George, Nkunku, Delap, Guiu, Jackson
Manager: Mauricio Pochettino
Key Note: Reece James, usually deployed at right-back, has been moved into central midfield alongside Moisés Caicedo, who is back in action following a semi-final injury concern. Cole Palmer and Pedro Neto provide width and flair behind João Pedro, who leads the frontline.
✅ PSG Starting XI (4‑3‑3)
Goalkeeper: Gianluigi Donnarumma
Defenders: Achraf Hakimi, Marquinhos (Captain), Lucas Beraldo, Nuno Mendes
Midfield: Vitinha, Ruben Neves, Fabian Ruiz
Forwards: Désiré Doué, Ousmane Dembélé, Khvicha Kvaratskhelia
Bench: Safonov, Tenas, Kimpembe, Kamara, Lee Kang-in, Zaire-Emery, Moscardo, Mayulu, Barcola, Mbaye, Gonçalo Ramos
Manager: Luis Enrique
Key Note: PSG stick with the same high-octane lineup that dismantled Real Madrid 4-0 in the semi-finals. With Lucas Hernández and Willian Pacho still suspended, Enrique keeps faith in a dynamic, pace-driven front three.
🔍 Tactical Insights & Match Expectations
Reece James takes on a central midfield role, offering Chelsea added physicality and passing control.
PSG’s front three Doué, Dembélé, and Kvaratskhelia are expected to put Chelsea’s backline under intense pressure with pace and direct runs.
Cole Palmer will be a creative focal point for Chelsea, likely tasked with unlocking PSG’s compact midfield.
Defensive discipline and counter-attacks could be crucial, as both sides field aggressive, attack-minded lineups.
🕗 Match Info
Date: Sunday, July 13, 2025
Time: 8:00 PM BST
Venue: MetLife Stadium, New Jersey, USA
With global football fans glued to their screens, and high-profile attendees including former U.S. President Donald Trump, the 2025 Club World Cup final promises high drama, elite football, and a shot at history.
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