PSG Prepares for Club World Cup Finale
EAST RUTHERFORD, New Jersey — Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) is looking forward to the potential return of their key striker, Ousmane Dembélé, as they prepare for the Club World Cup finale against Chelsea this Sunday. Dembélé, who has been sidelined with a thigh injury sustained during his national team duties with France, had a significant impact in the semifinals where PSG achieved an impressive 4-0 victory over Real Madrid.
Dembélé’s Impact in Semifinals
The French forward had been absent throughout the group stage and only made cameo appearances in previous knockout rounds until his first start during Wednesday’s clash with the LaLiga giants. Dembélé quickly confirmed his worth by assisting in the opening goal set up for Fabián Ruiz just six minutes into the match, before scoring himself only three minutes later at MetLife Stadium.
Manager’s Praise for Dembélé
Luis Enrique, the PSG manager, has previously voiced his belief in Dembélé’s candidacy for the coveted Ballon d’Or, and he reiterated this sentiment post-match, highlighting the player’s undeniable class.
“We’ve missed seeing Dembélé at his best throughout this tournament. Today we witnessed the remarkable contribution he can offer. He is a unique talent, and it’s crucial for our fans and our team to have him available for the final,”
Enrique stated.
Historical Significance of the Final
This Sunday’s match presents PSG with a chance to cap off what has been an extraordinary season, having already secured the continental treble with a decisive 5-0 win over Inter Milan in the Champions League final during Enrique’s second year at the helm.
Enrique expressed the significance of their upcoming match, which not only represents the potential for historical achievement but could also solidify PSG’s status in the pantheon of European football:
“We are on the brink of making history—not just for Paris Saint-Germain, but for French football as we seek to claim every available trophy this season. This is a momentous occasion for us and our supporters.”
Match Details
The final match against Chelsea will kick off at 3 p.m. ET at MetLife Stadium, wrapping up the inaugural edition of FIFA’s expanded 32-team club competition.
