On a lively afternoon at Lumen Field, Paris Saint-Germain sealed a spot in the Round of 16 of the Club World Cup with a convincing victory over Seattle Sounders, thanks to goals from Achraf Hakimi and Khvicha Kvaratskhelia. While the match reflected PSG’s strength and depth, the real show unfolded in the stands, where fans from across continents gathered to witness a rare European giant in American soil.

Divided Households, United Passion

One of the more charming sights came from families split between loyalties. “He supports PSG, I’ve always supported the Sounders,” said a father-and-son duo decked out in opposing jerseys. Another fan confessed, “Honestly, I support both—PSG is our team in Europe, but Seattle is home.”

From Vancouver to Paris, fans made long journeys to be part of the moment. “We drove down from Canada, and we go to France every year,” shared a lifelong PSG supporter. “This is our first time seeing them play here in the US. It’s a dream come true.”

Pacho, Dembélé… and Dreams of a Title

Among the fan favorites mentioned: Ousmane Dembélé—“Ballon d’Or material,” according to one excited supporter—and a surprising pick, Willian Pacho, the Ecuadorian center back. “He’s underrated, the best,” a fan stated firmly.

The mood post-match was one of celebration and belief. “They’ve got the talent, the depth—they can go all the way,” said one PSG fan when asked about their chances in the tournament. Others remained cautiously optimistic, warning that “as long as they avoid Real Madrid early, they have a real shot.”

Respect for the Sounders

Despite the loss, Sounders fans left with their heads held high. “You can’t play the best team in the world and expect to cruise through,” said one local supporter. “They put up a good fight.”

Fans pointed to key moments early in the match—particularly a missed opportunity by Ferreira when PSG goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma was off his line—as proof that the MLS side had their chances.