East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA – The highly anticipated final of FIFA’s expanded 2025 Club World Cup is set for Sunday, July 13, in the United States, promising a blockbuster conclusion to the most lucrative club football tournament in history. After a month of intense competition featuring 32 of the best-ranked teams from around the globe, only two remain: France’s Paris Saint-Germain and England’s Chelsea. The final will be held at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, a venue with a capacity of 82,500, which is also slated to host the 2026 FIFA World Cup final.
The Finalists: European Champions Clash
The final pits two European giants against each other:
- Paris Saint-Germain (France): The newly crowned European champions, PSG, are making headlines after their historic victory in the UEFA Champions League final against Inter Milan in May – a trophy they lifted for the first time. They secured their spot in the Club World Cup final with a dominant 4-0 semi-final win over Real Madrid on Wednesday, marking their fifth victory in the tournament.
- Chelsea (England): The London club, though having experienced a fluctuating period since the Roman Abramovich era, bounced back to win the UEFA Champions League in 2021 by upsetting Manchester City.5 Their participation in this Club World Cup edition is primarily due to that 2021 Champions League triumph, despite winning the UEFA Conference League this season and finishing fourth in the English top flight. Chelsea earned their final spot by defeating Fluminense 2-0 in their semi-final clash on Tuesday. They are aiming to become the first English side to win the Club World Cup for a second time, having previously been crowned champions in 2021.
A Hefty Prize Pool: The Financial Stakes
The 2025 FIFA Club World Cup boasts an unprecedented prize pool, making it the richest club tournament in football history.
- Earnings So Far: Both PSG and Chelsea are estimated to have earned substantial sums for reaching the final, ranging from $88.4 million to $113.8 million, depending on initial participation fees and match-by-match winnings.
- Winner’s Reward: The ultimate victor of Sunday’s final will take home an additional $40 million. This means both finalists have the opportunity to earn well in excess of $125 million in total from their Club World Cup campaign.
PSG’s Historic Season: A Potential Quadruple
Paris Saint-Germain is currently enjoying a phenomenal season, having already secured a historic treble:
- UEFA Champions League: Their first-ever triumph in Europe’s premier club competition.
- French League Title: Domination in Ligue 1.
- French Cup Title: Adding domestic cup glory.
This successful run sets them up for a potential quadruple with the Club World Cup. Furthermore, with the UEFA Super Cup still to come next month, PSG could even emulate Manchester City’s unique five-trophy achievement from 2023, making this Club World Cup final a truly monumental occasion for the Parisian club.
Final Details and How to Watch
The highly anticipated final will be played on Sunday, July 13, 2025, at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Football fans globally can follow comprehensive live text and photo commentary on Al Jazeera Sport, with four hours of build-up leading to the kick-off. Additionally, DAZN, the official broadcaster of the tournament, will provide live streaming access to the final for subscribers.
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