UEFA Conference League holders Chelsea and reigning Champions League winners PSG are set to lock horns in a blockbuster finale at the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup this Sunday.
With the MetLife Stadium in New York/New Jersey set as the setting, both European heavyweights are chasing history in what promises to be a clash for the ages.
The Blues booked their place in the title clash after a Joao Pedro double saw off Brazilian side Fluminense 2-0 in the semis. PSG, meanwhile, produced a dominant display to dismantle Real Madrid 4-0, underlining their credentials as the form team of the competition.
For Enzo Maresca’s Chelsea, Sunday’s showdown represents an opportunity to carve out a unique slice of football history. Victory would see them become the first English side to win the Club World Cup twice, having previously lifted the trophy in 2021 after edging out Palmeiras.
However, defeat would carry an unwanted distinction; no club has ever lost two finals in the tournament’s history, a fate that would haunt Chelsea following their 2012 loss to Corinthians.
On the other side, PSG stand on the verge of a historic breakthrough. Making their debut at the global event, the Parisians could clinch their maiden world crown and put the cherry on top of a flawless season, already boasting four trophies in their cabinet.
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A win would not only cement their dominance this year but also etch their name into football’s elite circle on the international stage.
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.
Where to watch Chelsea vs. PSG: Live stream, TV channel
Here’s how to watch this FIFA Club World Cup match in the U.S.:
TV channel: TBS USA
Live stream: DIRECTV, DAZN
Chelsea vs. PSG is available for live TV broadcast in English language on TBS USA in the US. Streaming options are available on DIRECTV and DAZN.
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Chelsea vs. PSG start time
- Date: Sunday, July 13, 2025
- Time: 3:00 p.m. ET | 12:00 p.m. PT
Chelsea vs. PSG will kick off at 3:00 p.m. ET on Sunday, July 13, from the MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, USA.
Chelsea vs. PSG starting lineups, team news
Nicolas Jackson has not started since returning from his red card, stuck once again on the bench behind semifinal hero Joao Pedro, as is new signing Liam Delap. Pedro scored a pair against Fluminense in his first start for Chelsea and could be the choice again here, although Enzo Maresca interestingly singled out his effectiveness against a low block, which they will not face against PSG. Delap is available after missing the semifinals due to yellow card suspension, as is defender Levi Colwill who starts.
Moises Caicedo starts in midfield after recovering from a slight ankle injury, while Romeo Lavia can only make the bench after missing team training on Friday. Reece James starts in midfield with Enzo Fernandez pushed higher into a No. 10 role.
Noni Madueke is no longer with the team, Maresca confirmed ahead of the match, as he is nearing a move to Arsenal. Benoit Badiashile was spotted on crutches after the quarterfinal victory over Palmeiras and misses out.
Chelsea starting XI (4-2-3-1, right to left): Sanchez (GK) — Gusto, Adarabioyo, Colwill, Cucurella — James, Caicedo — Neto, E. Fernandez, Palmer — Joao Pedro.
Injured: Lavia (muscle, doubt), James (muscle, doubt), W. Fofana (muscle), Kellyman (hamstring), Badiashile (leg).
Suspended: None.
PSG are without defenders Willian Pacho and Lucas Hernandez after each received two-game bans for their red cards against Bayern Munich in the quarterfinals. Lucas Beraldo was fantastic in place of Pacho against Real Madrid in the semifinal and gets another start, as Luis Enrique names an unchanged XI.
Star forward Ousmane Dembele made his first start in the semifinals after returning from a thigh injury, scoring PSG’s second goal against Real Madrid. Bradley Barcola continues in his regular substitute role off the bench.
Otherwise, PSG have their full list of regulars available for action, a boon for the Champions League winners who have steamrolled their competition throughout this season.
PSG starting XI (4-3-3, right to left): Donnarumma (GK) — Hakimi, Marquinhos, Beraldo, Mendes — Neves, Vitinha, F. Ruiz — Doue, Dembele, Kvaratskhelia.
Injured: None.
Suspended: Pacho (red card), L. Hernandez (red card).
Chelsea vs. PSG FIFA CWC 2025 results, scores so far
Chelsea
- Group D runner-up: 2W-1L-0D (6 points)
- Round of 16: 4-1 win vs. Benfica
- Quarterfinal: 2-1 win vs. Palmeiras
- Semifinal: 2-0 win vs. Fluminense
PSG
- Group B winner: 2W-1L-0D (6 points)
- Round of 16: 4-0 win vs. Inter Miami CF
- Quarterfinal: 2-0 win vs. Bayern Munich
- Semifinal: 4-0 win vs. Real Madrid
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