real madrid vs psg lineups prediction

Real Madrid vs PSG: Predicted Lineups, Team News & Tactical Preview

The 2025 FIFA Club World Cup semi-final features a blockbuster clash between Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) and Real Madrid at MetLife Stadium, New Jersey, on Wednesday, July 9, 2025.

PSG arrive in red-hot form after a 5-0 UCL final win over Inter Milan, while Real Madrid are adjusting under new coach Xabi Alonso and edged Borussia Dortmund 3-2 in the quarter-finals.

📰 Team News

✅ PSG

  • Suspended: Willian Pacho & Lucas Hernández (red cards).
  • Replacements: Lucas Beraldo to partner Marquinhos at CB.
  • Injured: Ousmane Dembélé (bench role likely).
  • In-form players: Hakimi, Kvaratskhelia, and João Neves.

✅ Real Madrid

  • Suspended: Dean Huijsen (CB).
  • Injuries: David Alaba, Ferland Mendy, Éder Militão (doubtful).
  • Possible reshuffle: Tchouaméni to play defense or DM.
  • Fitness doubts: Camavinga and Endrick.

🧠 Predicted Lineups

PSG (4-3-3)

Donnarumma; Hakimi, Marquinhos, Beraldo, Nuno Mendes; Vitinha, Neves, Fabián; Barcola, Doué, Kvaratskhelia

Real Madrid (4-3-3)

Courtois; Alexander-Arnold, Rüdiger, Asencio, Tchouaméni; Valverde, Bellingham, Güler; García, Vinícius Jr.

🔍 Key Tactical Matchups

  • Midfield battle: Bellingham & Valverde vs Vitinha & Neves.
  • Wing duels: Mendes vs Alexander-Arnold; Hakimi vs Tchouaméni.
  • Goalkeepers: Donnarumma vs Courtois – both in top form.

PSG will dominate possession; Real will look to counter with pace via Vinícius and Gonzalo García.

🌟 Players to Watch

  • PSG: Achraf Hakimi, Kvaratskhelia, João Neves
  • Real: Jude Bellingham, Gonzalo García, Vinícius Jr.

🔮 Prediction

PSG are slight favorites thanks to their form, but Real Madrid’s counterattack could be decisive. Expect a close, high-quality battle.