The Seattle Sounders are set to face Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) in their final Group B match of the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 on Monday, June 23, at Lumen Field in Seattle. Kick-off is scheduled for 12:00 p.m. PT. For fans in the UK, the game kicks off at 20:00 BST.
The match will be broadcast on DAZN, where access to the match is free.
Both teams have had a challenging run in the tournament so far. The Seattle Sounders have lost both of their group stage matches, falling 2-1 to Botafogo and 3-1 to Atlético Madrid. PSG, despite being the reigning UEFA Champions League winners, suffered a surprising 1-0 defeat against Botafogo after an initial 4-0 victory over Atlético Madrid.
For the Seattle Sounders, the match against PSG presents an opportunity to gain their first points in the competition. Despite their losses, the Sounders have shown moments of promise, with Albert Rusnák scoring against Atlético Madrid. Midfielder Albert Rusnák emphasized the importance of securing a positive result against PSG. He stated that a win, even if it doesn't guarantee advancement in the tournament, could significantly boost the team's morale and momentum for upcoming League Cup matches.
PSG, managed by Luis Enrique, is aiming to bounce back from their defeat against Botafogo. The team needs a win to secure their spot in the last 16 of the Club World Cup. After their loss to Botafogo, where they maintained 75% possession but failed to convert it into goals, PSG will be looking to improve their efficiency in front of goal. Despite the setback, coach Luis Enrique remains confident in his team's ability to turn things around. Key players such as Marquinhos, Gianluigi Donnarumma, Vitinha, and Désiré Doué are expected to play crucial roles in the match.
This game marks the first-ever meeting between a Major League Soccer (MLS) side and a French club in the FIFA Club World Cup. Seattle Sounders will need to win by at least a three-goal margin to have a chance of progressing. PSG will secure their place in the last 16 with a win.
Predicted lineups include Musovski, Kent, Rusnak, De la Vega, Vaargas, and Roldan for Seattle Sounders, and Barcola, Ramos, Doué, Ruiz, Vitinha, and Neves for PSG.
