When and where is it happening?

The third Round of 16 matchup at the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup promises high-stakes intensity. Paris Saint-Germain will face Inter Miami on Sunday, June 29 at 12:00 PM ET / 9:00 AM PT at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia. Referees for this match have yet to be confirmed.

PSG preview

The reigning European champions arrive as Group B winners after a rollercoaster group stage. They kicked things off with a dominant 4–0 win over Atlético de Madrid, then suffered a surprising 1–0 defeat to Botafogo. They bounced back in the final game with a confident 2–0 victory over the Seattle Sounders, securing the top spot in the group.

Luis Enrique’s squad has proven capable of adapting and evolving within the tournament. Despite the stumble against the Brazilians, PSG’s attack remains one of the most dangerous in the competition, and their physical condition looks spot-on for this knockout stage.

Inter Miami preview

The Florida side had a lukewarm start with a goalless draw against Al Ahly, raising early concerns. But they quickly turned things around with a dramatic 2–1 comeback win over Porto, and closed the group with a thrilling 2–2 draw against Palmeiras in a high-level encounter.

With Lionel Messi leading the way, Gerardo Martino’s team has shown grit and composure in crucial moments. While they’ve yet to dominate a match from start to finish, their flashes of brilliance in attack make them a dangerous opponent for any team.

Key Players

This isn’t just any game—there’s a deeper narrative behind it. Lionel Messi, Luis Suárez, Sergio Busquets, Jordi Alba, and Javier Mascherano (now on the bench) will reunite with their former Barcelona coach, Luis Enrique, now at the helm of PSG. It’s a clash not just between clubs, but between generations that once shared glory.

On the field, all eyes will be on Désiré Doué, PSG’s emerging star, and Lionel Messi, the heart and soul of Inter Miami. The contrast in squad value also adds intrigue: one filled with multi-million-dollar talent, the other relying on experience and chemistry.

Final thoughts

While PSG enters as the favorite thanks to its European pedigree and greater squad depth, Inter Miami has already shown it can be dangerous when its attack clicks. It’s a duel of styles, emotions, and reunions that promises much more than just 90 minutes of football.