Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) will clash with Inter Miami CF in a highly anticipated Round of 16 fixture of the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 today, Sunday, June 29th, 2025. This historic match is being held at the **Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia, United States**. Kick-off is at 12:00 PM ET (9:00 AM PT local time in the US) on Sunday, June 29th. For viewers in Kochi, Kerala, India, this translates to **9:30 PM IST on Sunday, June 29th, 2025**.
Recent Form (FIFA Club World Cup 2025 Group Stage)
Paris Saint-Germain: W-L-W (Overall in Group B: 2 Wins, 0 Draws, 1 Loss, 6 Points)
- June 15: PSG 4-0 Atletico Madrid
- June 20: Botafogo 1-0 PSG
- June 23: Seattle Sounders 0-2 PSG
Inter Miami CF: D-W-D (Overall in Group A: 1 Win, 2 Draws, 0 Losses, 5 Points)
- June 14: Al Ahly 0-0 Inter Miami CF
- June 19: Inter Miami CF 2-1 Porto (Messi free-kick winner)
- June 23: Inter Miami CF 2-2 Palmeiras
Head-to-Head (All-Time)
This will be the **first-ever competitive meeting** between Paris Saint-Germain and Inter Miami CF. It marks Lionel Messi’s first match against his former club, PSG, since leaving in 2023. It also reunites Messi, Luis Suarez, Sergio Busquets, and Jordi Alba with their former Barcelona coach, Luis Enrique, now managing PSG.
Match Stakes
This is a knockout match; the winner advances to the Quarter-Finals, and the loser is eliminated from the tournament. PSG, the recent UEFA Champions League winners, are looking to add global honors. Inter Miami, the sole MLS representative in the knockout stage, aims to prove themselves against European elite and continue their surprising run.
Team News
Paris Saint-Germain: PSG topped Group B despite a narrow loss to Botafogo. They come into this fixture with nearly a full squad. Ousmane Dembele is back from a hamstring issue, though he might start on the bench. Luis Enrique’s squad rotations in the group stage have kept key players relatively fresh, and they boast strong attacking depth with players like Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, Bradley Barcola, and Desire Doue all impressing.
Inter Miami CF: Inter Miami finished second in a challenging Group A, with Lionel Messi’s brilliance being key to their progression, including a vital win against Porto. They face significant injury concerns, with goalkeeper Drake Callender and defenders Lujan, Ruiz, and Bright sidelined, potentially impacting their defensive stability. Oscar Ustari is expected to continue in goal. While Jordi Alba is fit again, youngster Noah Allen has impressed at left-back. The reunion with Luis Enrique and the “Remontada” history against PSG for the former Barcelona contingent add an extra layer of intrigue.
Predicted Lineups
Paris Saint-Germain (4-3-3): Donnarumma; Hakimi, Marquinhos, Skriniar, Mendes; Vitinha, Ugarte, F. Ruiz; Barcola, Ramos, Kvaratskhelia.
Inter Miami CF (4-3-3): Ustari; Weigandt, Aviles, Freire, Allen; Redondo, Busquets, Gressel; Messi, Suarez, Gomez.
Match Facts
- This is a Round of 16 knockout match in the FIFA Club World Cup 2025.
- PSG won their group, while Inter Miami qualified as a runner-up.
- Inter Miami’s 2-1 win against Porto was the first time a Concacaf team had beaten a European club in this competition.
- Lionel Messi will face his former club PSG for the first time.
- The Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta is hosting this high-profile clash.
Odds
Official odds are not immediately available for knockout games, but based on team strengths and market sentiment:
- Paris Saint-Germain: Favored to win
- Inter Miami CF: Underdogs
Score Prediction
This match is a classic “David vs. Goliath” scenario on paper, with PSG’s European powerhouse status against Inter Miami’s star-studded but defensively vulnerable squad. While Messi and Suarez can create magic, PSG’s balanced attack and defensive solidity will pose a huge challenge. Expect a competitive match, but PSG’s overall quality and depth should see them through. Prediction: Paris Saint-Germain 3-1 Inter Miami CF.
Where to Watch
The match starts at 9:30 PM IST on Sunday, June 29th, 2025. Here’s where you can watch:
- In the United States: **TNT** (TV) and **DAZN** (streaming, free to view on the DAZN app).
- In the United Kingdom: **DAZN** (streaming, free to view globally excluding certain territories like Belarus, Cuba, China, Iran, North Korea, Russia, Syria).
- In India: The match will be live-streamed on the **DAZN website** and the **FanCode app/website**. Unfortunately, there is **no confirmed TV channel broadcast** for this match in India.
- Check your local listings for other broadcasters globally.
Free Ways to Watch
As mentioned, DAZN is broadcasting all 63 matches of the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 **free to view globally** (with some territorial exceptions), requiring only an email address to register for a free account. Always ensure you are using legal and reliable sources for streaming.
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