Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) and Real Madrid in the FIFA Club World Cup was a remarkable display of football prowess, culminating in a resounding 4-0 victory for PSG. This match not only underscored PSG's dominance in international club football but also highlighted their strategic superiority over one of the most storied teams in history, Real Madrid. The French side's performance was characterized by early aggression and tactical precision, which allowed them to establish an insurmountable lead.
Real Madrid were beaten by PSG in the semi-finals of the Club World Cup. The French team took advantage of two defensive errors to take a 2-0 lead before the 10th minute. In the 6th minute, Fabián scored from inside the box. And three minutes later, Dembélé slotted past Courtois when one-on-one with the keeper. Everything went against the Whites in the opening exchanges and after 20 minutes PSG's third goal arrived, scored by Fabián after a swift counter-attack. The scoreline remained the same going into the break. After the restart, Madrid came out in search of a goal and almost reduced the deficit in the 52nd minute with a shot from Mbappé from the edge of the area that went over. Valverde's strike in the 72nd minute struck Beraldo as the ball was heading towards goal.
Kylian Mbappe, who swapped Paris for the Spanish capital last summer, and the Ballon d’Or runner-up Vinicius Junior both disappointing in New Jersey.
The Spanish midfielder added another before half-time and Goncalo Ramos got a late fourth as Luis Enrique's side moved one game away from glory at FIFA's new tournament.
Victory against Chelsea on Sunday would complete a campaign of unparalleled success for the Parisians, who won the French title and then the first UEFA Champions League in their history in May.
Fabián Ruiz emerged as the standout performer, netting two goals that significantly contributed to PSG’s commanding scoreline. Additionally, contributions from Ousmane Dembélé and Gonzalo Ramos further solidified PSG's offensive capabilities . In contrast, Real Madrid struggled to adapt to the pace of the game and failed to capitalize on any scoring opportunities. Their inability to respond effectively after conceding early goals ultimately sealed their fate in this high-stakes encounter.
This decisive victory propels PSG into the final against Chelsea, marking a critical moment for the club as they strive for global recognition . The match serves as a testament to PSG's growing stature in world football and sets high expectations for their upcoming challenges. As they prepare for the final showdown against Chelsea, fans and analysts alike will be keenly observing whether PSG can maintain this momentum and secure their place among football’s elite.
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