A blockbuster clash awaits football fans as Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) take on Atlético Madrid in the FIFA Club World Cup group stage at the Rose Bowl on Sunday, June 15, 2025. Both European heavyweights are expected to progress from Group B, which also includes Botafogo and Seattle Sounders. PSG, fresh off a treble-winning season capped by a 5-0 demolition of Inter Milan in the UEFA Champions League final, are in scintillating form. Atlético Madrid, meanwhile, have shown their attacking prowess, scoring four goals in each of their last three victories across all competitions. With both teams having a history of competitive encounters, including a 2-1 Atlético win over PSG in the Champions League league phase in November 2024, this match promises goals and drama.
Prediction
PSG enter this match as favorites, buoyed by their dominant home form and recent scoring spree, netting 17 goals in their last five matches across all competitions. Their attacking trio, led by the dynamic Desire Doue, has been in fine form, and their high-possession style—averaging 68.5% in recent games—could overwhelm Atlético’s defense. However, Atlético Madrid are no pushovers.
Diego Simeone’s side have been free-scoring, with 12 goals in their last five matches, and their counter-attacking threat, spearheaded by Antoine Griezmann and Julian Alvarez, could exploit PSG’s occasional defensive lapses. The previous three head-to-heads have seen both teams score, suggesting a high-scoring affair. Given PSG’s momentum and home advantage, a 3-2 victory for the Parisians seems likely, but Atlético’s resilience could make it a close contest.
Possible lineups
For PSG, manager Luis Enrique is expected to field a strong side, though Ousmane Dembele is ruled out due to an injury sustained on international duty with France. Desire Doue is likely to step in, potentially playing centrally or out wide, with Khvicha Kvaratskhelia and Bradley Barcola providing flair on the flanks. Gianluigi Donnarumma is expected to return in goal after being rested in recent matches.
The predicted PSG lineup in a 4-3-3 formation is: Donnarumma (GK), Hakimi, Marquinhos, Pacho, Mendes, Fabian, Vitinha, Neves, Barcola, Doue, Kvaratskhelia. Atlético Madrid have no major injury concerns, with Simeone likely to stick with his trusted 4-4-2 setup. Julian Alvarez and Antoine Griezmann will lead the attack, supported by the energetic Conor Gallagher and Rodrigo De Paul in midfield. The predicted Atlético lineup is: Oblak (GK), Molina, Le Normand, Gimenez, Galan, Simeone, Koke, De Paul, Gallagher, Griezmann, Alvarez.
Betting tips
This match offers several intriguing options. PSG to win with both teams to score (BTTS) is a strong pick, given the attacking quality on both sides and their history of high-scoring encounters. BoyleSports offers this combination at 11/4, providing good value. Another option is Over 3.5 goals, priced at 17/10 with BoyleSports, as both teams have been prolific recently, with PSG averaging 3.4 goals per game and Atlético 2.4 in their last five matches.
For those looking for a player-specific bet, Desire Doue to score anytime is appealing at 15/8 with BoyleSports, especially with Dembele’s absence likely increasing his attacking responsibilities. Alternatively, backing Julian Alvarez to score anytime at 2/1 with Bet365 could be rewarding, given his knack for crucial goals. Kenyan bettors should also consider the double chance market (PSG win or draw) at 1.2 with 22bet, offering a safer option for those wary of Atlético’s upset potential.