Paris Saint-Germain and Real Madrid face off this evening in the semi-finals of the FIFA Club World Cup.
These two favourites for the title will battle it out at MetLife Stadium, with the winner joining Chelsea in the final.
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PSG vs Real Madrid Match Preview
It was meant to be. The reunion everyone has been waiting for between Kylian Mbappe and his former club, Paris Saint-Germain, is set to take place – and is already shaping up to be an exciting encounter.
PSG seem unstoppable. Luis Enrique has created a winning machine capable of adapting to any opponent and showing very few weaknesses, if any! Their quarter-final victory over Bayern Munich (2-0), another title favourite, is further proof of that.
The Parisians have already scored 12 goals in this competition and have conceded only one, which came in their 1-0 defeat to Botafogo. William Pacho, one of the pillars of the Parisian defence, will be suspended for tonight’s match against Madrid and is likely to be replaced by Lucas Beraldo, who is perhaps not as reassuring as the Ecuadorian star.
Real, meanwhile, remain unbeaten since the arrival of Xabi Alonso and are growing in strength with every game. The Spanish coach has managed to impose his style on the squad and implement a game plan based on intensity and defensive solidity, something that was sorely lacking under Carlo Ancelotti. So, after a domestic season with no silverware, Real see the Club World Cup as a prestigious consolation prize.
And then there’s Mbappe, who scored 41 goals for Los Blancos in 2024-25 and has a score to settle…
PSG vs Real Madrid Odds
*All odds are subject to change
Even if PSG seem to be better equipped, it is difficult to pick a favourite in this match. PSG are at 2.32 to win, while Real Madrid are at 2.88. A draw is priced at 3.55.
PSG vs Real Madrid Betting Tips
PSG vs Real Madrid: Draw @ 3.55
If there is one team that can cause problems for PSG, it is Real Madrid. Although Paris, buoyed by their Champions League victory and recent performances, seem to be in better form, the Madrid side are gradually rebuilding under Alonso. The decision could therefore be made in extra-time.
Over 3 goals @ 1.85
The recent results of both teams suggest that this will be an attacking encounter. In their last five games, Paris have scored at least two goals on four occasions. Real have found the net in every game, and four of their five respective matches have seen over 2.5 goals.
Anytime Goalscorer – Kylian Mbappe @ 2.05
Football thrives on stories like this. A year after leaving PSG, the 26-year-old striker returns to the Parisian club in his new colours. The break-up between Mbappe and Paris was contentious, even painful. With 41 goals scored in all competitions this season, everything suggests that Mbappe will be a key player in this match.
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