PSG delivered another impressive summer performance, securing a spot in the Club World Cup quarter-finals with a dominating 4-0 victory against Inter Miami.
Riding high on the success of their recent Champions League win, Luis Enrique’s team showed no signs of slowing down.
PSG took the lead just six minutes into the match when João Neves scored, converting a free kick from Vitinha.
The game truly turned before halftime, with Neves netting again and then showcasing his skill six minutes later during a beautiful play.
Inter Miami’s Thomas Aviles inadvertently contributed to PSG’s tally by scoring an own goal, and Achraf Hakimi added another just before the break, further solidifying PSG’s advantage.
As PSG gears up for a pivotal quarter-final against Bayern Munich on Saturday, Enrique utilized the second half to experiment with his squad’s depth.
Though PSG stole the spotlight in Atlanta, Inter Miami faces the reality of their summer campaign coming to a close.
In a night where PSG established a strong presence in the Club World Cup, the results were significant.
PSG Advances to Quarterfinals
Despite suffering a surprising 1-0 defeat to Botafogo on June 20th, PSG showed resilience in their performance.
Following their monumental Champions League victory against Inter Milan last month, the French giants have set records and delivered exceptional results.
PSG achieved an impressive title clean sweep during the 2024/25 season, with Enrique poised to add further silverware to his collection.
By putting down another strong marker in the Club World Cup, Enrique’s high-flying team has gained a reputation for their clinical finishing.
Following another sensational 4-0 win over Atletico Madrid, PSG has won eight of its last nine matches across all competitions.
Inter Miami’s Challenging Campaign Ends
While Inter Miami once dominated last season’s Eastern Conference, they are currently struggling to find stability under Javier Mascherano.
After controlling much of the game on Sunday, their Club World Cup journey came to an underwhelming end, struggling to build on a surprise 2-1 victory over Porto on June 19th.
June began with a strong 5-1 win over Columbus, but since then, the team has only won three of its last ten outings across all competitions.
Now focusing on MLS, the team trails the Eastern Conference leaders, Philadelphia, by 11 points, and Mascherano faces concerns over his defense, which has recorded only one clean sheet in the last 14 matches dating back to April 19th.
Who Can Halt PSG’s Attack?
PSG displayed their attacking prowess with a commanding 5-0 victory over Inter Milan in the Champions League final, showcasing their offensive capabilities.
The Spanish coach has earned a reputation for leading one of the most clinical teams in European football, with PSG’s attack netting in at least 15 matches this calendar year.
With ten goals in their last four summer matches, Enrique’s squad is bolstered by the return of Ballon d’Or contender Ousmane Dembélé, who has recovered in time for this critical stage.
As PSG prepares for a heavyweight quarter-final against Bayern Munich, they aim to continue their impressive form against top European competition.
Match Report
PSG: Donnarumma, Hakimi, Marquinhos, Pacho, Nuno Mendes, Neves, Vitinha, Lewis, Boat, Doo, Kvaratskhelia
Substitutes: Hernandez, Beraldo, Kang-in, Zaire-Emery, Dembélé
Inter Miami: Ustari, Weigandt, Falcon, Allen, Alba, Allende, Redondo, Busquets, Segovia, Messi, Suárez
Substitutes: Kremaski, Aviles
Goals: Neves (6′, 39′), Aviles (44′ own goal), Hakimi (45+3′)
Yellow Cards: Suárez, Aviles, Weigandt
Red Cards: n/a
Referee: Wilton Pereira Sampaio
Fan Take: This victory showcases PSG’s formidable strength heading into the knockout stages, and their high-scoring games underline the exciting attacking football fans crave. As they approach their showdown with Bayern Munich, it heightens the anticipation for thrilling matchups in the sport.
