The 2025 FIFA Club World Cup Group B concludes on Monday, June 23, when Seattle Sounders FC welcome Paris Saint-Germain to Lumen Field. Kick-off is scheduled for 21:00 CEST in Italy, Germany, France and Spain, and 20:00 BST in the UK.
This final group match is crucial for Les Parisiens, who are currently eyeing a return to the knockout stages after a surprise 1-0 defeat to Botafogo RJ. For the Sounders, it’s a chance to measure themselves against European champions on home turf and aim for a memorable upset.
How are both teams coming into this?
Paris Saint-Germain are determined to make amends for their recent slip-up in Brazil. Despite fielding a strong squad, Mauricio Pochettino’s side were undone by a resolute Botafogo defense, and only a win on Monday will guarantee passage to the next round. Joao Neves and Fabian Ruiz are pushing for starts alongside pacey full-back Nuno Mendes, although Ousmane Dembélé remains in the recovery room.
Seattle Sounders FC have enjoyed solid form in MLS but face a step-up in quality against UEFA Champions League winners. Under coach Brian Schmetzer, the hosts will rely on home support at Lumen Field and look to frustrate PSG’s front line with disciplined defending and quick transitions. A positive result would cap off an excellent few days in the global showpiece.
Our forecast
Paris Saint-Germain enter this fixture as clear favourites and are expected to dominate possession while probing for weaknesses in Seattle’s backline. Their technical superiority and depth should ultimately tell, especially if Neves or Ruiz control the midfield battle.
However, Seattle won’t go down without a fight. Look for the Sounders to deploy a compact shape and hit PSG on the break. A both teams to score outcome or a high-pace first half could be among the key betting angles.
