PSG Dominates Real Madrid 4-0 in Club World Cup Semi-Final

In a commanding display at New York's MetLife Stadium, Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) obliterated Real Madrid with a decisive 4-0 victory in the FIFA Club World Cup semi-final on July 9, 2025. The match featured standout performances from PSG's Fabian Ruiz, who scored twice, alongside goals from Ousmane Dembélé and Gonçalo Ramos. This emphatic win propels PSG into the final against Chelsea, scheduled for July 12, 2025.

PSG's dominance was evident from the outset, with Ruiz opening the scoring in the sixth minute, capitalizing on a mistake by Real Madrid’s Raul Asencio. Just three minutes later, Dembélé added a second goal, exploiting another defensive error by Antonio Rüdiger. Ruiz subsequently scored his second and PSG's third goal in the 24th minute, following a brilliant passing sequence facilitated by Achraf Hakimi. Despite a determined effort from Real Madrid, the team could not recover, and Ramos sealed the rout in the dying minutes of the game.

The defeat marks a significant moment for Real Madrid and their new coach Xabi Alonso, who acknowledged the need for improvement following the overwhelming loss. Alonso stated, "We have to learn from today. They are a team that have been building for two years, and we are just starting."

Conversely, PSG head coach Luis Enrique praised his team's performance, emphasizing the importance of this victory as they aim for additional silverware this season, having already claimed the UEFA Champions League title. "We are in a special season, a special moment, and I think we deserved to win," Enrique remarked. The victory is particularly meaningful for Dembélé, who, after overcoming injury setbacks, celebrated his 35th goal of the season.

The match also held significance for Luka Modric, who played his final game for Real Madrid. Alonso expressed his admiration for the veteran midfielder, stating, "It's a bitter end for a last game, but apart from that, he's been a legend of the club, a legend of football."

With this victory, PSG not only reinforces their status as one of the top teams in world football but also sets the stage for a thrilling final against Chelsea, who have shown formidable performance throughout the tournament. As both teams prepare for the final, the anticipation builds for what promises to be an exciting clash.

The implications of this match resonate beyond the statistics. For PSG, the potential for a historic treble looms large, while Real Madrid must regroup and reassess their strategy moving forward. The outcome of the final will be pivotal for both clubs as they navigate the challenges of the upcoming season.