Chelsea vs. PSG: Club World Cup Final 2025 – Maresca’s Blues or Mbappé’s Masterclass?

This is the global showdown of 2025! The FIFA Club World Cup final on July 13, 2025, at MetLife Stadium, New Jersey, pits Chelsea’s Enzo Maresca, with Cole Palmer’s 12 goals (Premier League 2024/25), against PSG’s Luis Enrique and Kylian Mbappé’s 15 strikes. X is ablaze: ‘Chelsea’s new era!’ vs. ‘PSG’s unstoppable!’ PSG’s 4-0 semi-final rout of Real Madrid on July 9, 2025, per @Squawka, makes them favorites, but Chelsea’s 3-1 win over Fluminense shows grit. BBC Sport notes the £775m prize pot, with winners earning £97m. Search ‘Club World Cup final 2025’ for the hype.

Tactical Analysis: Chelsea’s 4-2-3-1, with Palmer’s 2.3 shots per game and 10 PPDA press, faces PSG’s 4-3-3, with Mbappé’s 2.8 shots and 57% possession. Chelsea’s 0.7 goals conceded per game edge PSG’s 0.9. Nuno Mendes’ 85% aerial duels could nullify Nicolas Jackson. X Reactions: ‘Palmer’s clutch!’ vs. ‘Mbappé’s a god!’ Transfer buzz links Mbappé to Liverpool (£150m). History: Chelsea’s 2021 Champions League win vs. PSG’s 2024 triumph. Away Day Guide: Book flights to Newark early; hit The Shannon for pre-match pints, avoid PSG-heavy spots. Safety: Keep colors low-key. Pundit Take: Chelsea’s depth is strong, but Mbappé’s pace could decide. Prediction: 2-1 PSG, unless Palmer’s magic shines. #ClubWorldCup2025 #Chelsea #PSG #Football #Mbappe #Palmer[](https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/articles/c9835np3205o)