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Paris Saint-Germain Smashes Real Madrid in Semifinal, Secures Spot in Club World Cup Final

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Paris Saint-Germain secured a dominant 4-0 victory over Real Madrid in the semifinal of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup, earning a spot in the final against Chelsea. The win showcased PSG's electric form, which has been consistent throughout the season, including their UEFA Champions League-winning campaign. The team's last six victories have all come without conceding a goal, with Ousmane Dembélé scoring his 35th goal of the season in the semifinal.

Key Takeaways:

  • Paris Saint-Germain dominated Real Madrid in the semifinal, winning 4-0 and securing a spot in the Club World Cup final.
  • Ousmane Dembélé scored his 35th goal of the season, with his previous high being 14, putting him firmly in the driving seat for the Ballon d'Or.
  • PSG's victory marked the end of an era as Madrid legend Luka Modriýç played his last game for the club, closing a trophy-laden chapter for the Croatian star.
  • PSG's manager Luis Enrique praised the team's performance, stating that it was a "very special moment for us, Parisians, for all the supporters, the entire club."
  • The semifinal between PSG and Real Madrid saw two heavyweights of European soccer come face-to-face, with Real's defenders struggling to cope with PSG's attacking talent.
  • The match was played in searing heat, reaching 90 degrees Fahrenheit (32 degrees Celsius), which affected both teams but did not deter PSG from playing and fighting throughout the game.

Statistics:

  • 77,542 fans attended the semifinal match between PSG and Real Madrid at MetLife Stadium.
  • Luka Modriýç made 597 appearances for Real Madrid and won 28 trophies during his time with the club.
  • PSG's winning streak now stands at six games, with all of those victories coming without conceding a goal.
  • Ousmane Dembélé has scored 35 goals in the current season, a significant increase from his previous high of 14 goals.
  • PSG will face Chelsea in the final of the Club World Cup on Sunday, looking to cap off a special season with another piece of silverware.

Sources:

  • CNN: Ben Morse, CNN (CNN)
  • 2025 FIFA Club World Cup reports
  • Paris Saint-Germain website: PSG's official website
  • Real Madrid website: Real Madrid's official website

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