PSG x Inter Miami: Messi faces former club in the round of 16 of the Club World Cup
A blockbuster clash is set in the Round of 16 of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup: Paris Saint-Germain will face Inter Miami this Sunday, June 29, in Atlanta, in a game that pits Lionel Messi against his former club for the first time.
PSG Clinch Top Spot in Group B
PSG secured first place in Group B after a solid 2-0 win over Seattle Sounders in the final round of group play. The victory saw the Parisians surpass Botafogo on goal difference, claiming the top seed and avoiding a Brazilian clash in the first knockout stage.
With their place in the Round of 16 confirmed, Luis Enrique’s squad began monitoring Group A, where Palmeiras and Inter Miami were still fighting for the top positions.
Inter Miami Draws, Faces French Giants Next
Monday’s thrilling 2-2 draw between Inter Miami and Palmeiras sealed the fate of both teams. The MLS side, despite leading 2-0 with a brace from Luis Suárez, surrendered a late equalizer and settled for second place.
The result sets up a mouthwatering matchup: PSG vs Inter Miami, a transatlantic duel featuring global stars like Kylian Mbappé, Neymar Jr. (if fit), Luis Suárez, and of course Lionel Messi.
PSG vs Inter Miami – What You Need to Know
- Match: PSG vs Inter Miami
- Stage: Round of 16 – Club World Cup 2025
- Date: Sunday, June 29, 2025
- Kickoff Time: 4 PM (Brasília time)
- Venue: Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta, USA
- Capacity: 71,000 spectators
- Broadcast: CazéTV (Brazil), Prime Video (check local listings)
Tactical Preview: Messi vs PSG
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This game carries special significance for Lionel Messi, who spent two seasons at PSG before joining Inter Miami. For fans, it’s a rare opportunity to watch Messi face his former club in a knockout tournament a storyline rich with emotion, competition, and nostalgia.
PSG are slight favorites, but Ousmane Dembélé remains out due to injury, which may force Luis Enrique to rotate between Bradley Barcola and Désiré Doué on the flanks.
