Date: June 29, 2025
Location: Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta
Paris Saint-Germain delivered a dominant performance against Lionel Messi’s Inter Miami, securing a 4–0 victory and advancing to the quarterfinals of the FIFA Club World Cup. In a match filled with clinical finishing and tactical brilliance, João Neves emerged as the standout performer, scoring twice in the first half.
⚽ Match Summary
Watch Now: PSG Destroys Inter Miami 4–0 at Club World Cup 2025
From the opening whistle, PSG showed their superiority, controlling possession and pressuring high up the pitch. Within five minutes, the French champions earned a free-kick just outside the Miami box. A short combination between Vitinha and Neves resulted in a powerful header past Oscar Ustari, opening the scoreline.
PSG’s pressure intensified, and by the 44th minute, they had already secured a commanding lead. Neves scored his second with a composed finish following a midfield turnover, while a defensive error by substitute Tomás Avilés led to an own goal. Just before halftime, Achraf Hakimi added the fourth goal, finishing off a rebound after his initial shot hit the crossbar.
Key Performances
- João Neves (PSG): Scored a brace with precision and composure, bossed the midfield, and was named Player of the Match.
- Achraf Hakimi (PSG): Constantly dangerous on the right flank, sealed PSG’s dominance with the fourth goal.
- Lionel Messi (Inter Miami): Struggled to make an impact in the first half. His first shot came in the 51st minute and another header in the 80th posed PSG’s only real danger in the second half.
- Luis Suárez (Inter Miami): Missed a key chance early in the second half after a Messi through-ball. His frustration was visible as he kicked a water bottle in despair.
📊 Stats Snapshot
- Possession: PSG 64% – 36% Inter Miami
- Shots on Target: PSG 8 – 3 Inter Miami
- Saves: Ustari 6 – Donnarumma 3
- Man of the Match: João Neves
Post-Match Reactions
“It’s the first time I’ve scored two goals in a single match. I’m very proud, but more than that, I’m happy with the win,” — João Neves told DAZN.
“We’ll stick to our style of play no matter who we face in the quarterfinals.”
Inter Miami coach Javier Mascherano admitted the challenge:
“We knew it would be extremely difficult. PSG might be the best team in the world right now. But this was a valuable learning experience.”
🏆 What’s Next?
PSG now moves on to the quarterfinals where they will face the winner of the Bayern Munich vs Flamengo clash. Meanwhile, Inter Miami exits the tournament with key takeaways and areas to strengthen ahead of the MLS season restart.
