Mansion Sports - Paris Saint-Germain has secured an extraordinary berth in the final of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup following a sensational 4-0 triumph over Real Madrid.

The semifinal clash, held at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford on Thursday (10 July 2025) in the early hours Western Indonesian Time, was a showcase of absolute dominance by Les Parisiens.

Under the tactical direction of Luis Enrique, the French side delivered a relentless, disciplined, and efficient performance from the very first whistle, displaying a level of play that their opponents struggled to match.

Real Madrid, entering the match with high confidence, found themselves immediately under heavy pressure. 

Their strategy of controlling possession and building structured attacks was consistently neutralized by PSG’s aggressive pressing.

Quick goals in the first half significantly affected the morale of Carlo Ancelotti’s squad, leaving them visibly disoriented and unable to recover.

Costly Errors by Real Madrid Punished by Ruthless PSG

The match had barely progressed beyond the fourth minute when PSG carved out their first clear opportunity.

A precise cross from Achraf Hakimi on the right found Nuno Mendes at the far post, though his shot was denied by Thibaut Courtois’s outstretched leg.

Only two minutes later, however, PSG capitalized on a critical error. Raul Asencio lost possession inside his own penalty box—a misstep that proved disastrous. 

Ousmane Dembélé quickly seized the loose ball and attempted to finish the chance himself, but it was Fabián Ruiz who ultimately struck the ball into the net after a rebound, registering PSG’s opening goal.

The second goal followed swiftly in the 9th minute, stemming from another defensive lapse. This time, it was Antonio Rüdiger who gave the ball away in a vulnerable area. 

Dembélé took advantage of the situation with a clinical finish to the bottom left corner, leaving Courtois helpless once again.

Lethal Counterattack Leads to Third Goal

As Real Madrid attempted to regain control and push forward, they were punished yet again in the 24th minute.

PSG demonstrated composure under pressure, breaking Madrid’s momentum with a swift counterattack. 

Hakimi once more played a pivotal role, delivering a well-timed cross that found Fabián Ruiz. The Spanish midfielder displayed remarkable poise, calmly slotting in his second goal of the evening to extend PSG’s lead to 3-0.

Gonçalo Ramos Seals Victory with Decisive Final Goal

In the second half, Real Madrid intensified their offensive efforts in an attempt to shift the game’s momentum. 

Nevertheless, their attacks lacked potency, with only one shot on target—courtesy of Éder Militão—truly challenging the PSG defense.

On the other hand, PSG continued to manage the game with confidence and tactical maturity, patiently awaiting opportunities to strike on the break.

Their final goal came in the 87th minute, once again initiated by a rapid transition. Hakimi surged down the right flank, delivering a precise cross to Bradley Barcola on the left. Barcola then found Gonçalo Ramos with a short pass.

With his back to goal, the Portuguese striker skillfully turned and unleashed a sharp shot into the bottom left corner, solidifying PSG’s emphatic victory.

Final Clash Against Chelsea Awaits

This dominant win propels PSG into the final of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup, where they will face Chelsea, who also secured victory in their respective semifinal.

For PSG, this marks a golden opportunity to etch their name in the annals of football history by capturing a world club title—a trophy that has long eluded them.

With their impressive form and cohesive team play, Les Parisiens have now emerged as the frontrunner for the championship.

Conversely, for Real Madrid, the heavy defeat will undoubtedly prompt a thorough evaluation of their approach and performance in this prestigious tournament.