Simon Dalton presents his prediction for the FIFA Club World Cup match.
Paris Saint-Germain
Paris Saint-Germain scored six goals and conceded just once during the group phase, displaying a combination of incisive attacking play and disciplined defending. Their emphatic 4:0 win over Atlético Madrid stood out, and they followed it up with a clean sheet in a 2:0 victory against Seattle Sounders FC. Even their loss to Botafogo FR failed to derail their momentum — the squad led all major statistics (16:4 in shots, 75%-25% possession), undone only by a lack of clinical finishing. A standout feature has been the squad’s width and balance: the absence of Ousmane Dembélé did not hinder their attacking output, while the defence, marshalled by Gianluigi Donnarumma, has remained compact and assertive.
Inter Miami CF
Inter Miami CF collected five points in the group stage but struggled to assert dominance in any of their matches. A goalless draw with Al Ahly SC, a 2:1 win over FC Porto, and a draw with Palmeiras were enough to see them through. However, the squad revealed defensive vulnerabilities, conceding three goals across their last two matches. Much of the responsibility falls on Lionel Messi, but the forward is unlikely to be able to carry the squad on his own.
Paris Saint-Germain vs Inter Miami CF Prediction
Inter Miami CF fall behind Paris Saint-Germain in virtually every department — squad depth, match sharpness, and overall quality. Paris Saint-Germain are in excellent form and have consistently outperformed their opponents in all areas of play. Adding to their advantage, Ousmane Dembélé, a serious Ballon d'Or contender, could return in time for the fixture. It will be a daunting challenge for Lionel Messi to face Paris Saint-Germain, and the Parisians are expected to secure a comfortable win by a margin of at least two goals.
