PSG vs Chelsea final: Here is the Parisian starting eleven with Achraf Hakimi (official)

World 13 July 2025 at 15:27

Aliou Toundé

News Editor

Paris Saint-Germain is leaving nothing to chance tonight. For the Club World Cup grand final against Chelsea, Luis Enrique is fielding his strongest possible starting eleven at New York's MetLife Stadium.

A balanced, experienced line-up built for greatness?

In goal, Gianluigi Donnarumma naturally retains his spot. In defense, the Marquinhos - Lucas Beraldo duo will have the tough task of filling in for the suspended Willian Pacho. The Brazilian captain will marshal the young Beraldo, with Achraf Hakimi on the right and Nuno Mendes on the left. Two explosive full-backs, ready to overload the flanks.

The midfield is rock solid. Vitinha, Joao Neves, and Fabian Ruiz form the trio tasked with dictating play, breaking lines, and supporting the attack. It's the perfect blend of creativity, work rate, and tactical discipline. But it's up front where the real danger lies. Paris' attacking line is packed with firepower. Désiré Doué, the breakout star of the season, starts on the right. On the left, the elusive Khvicha Kvaratskhelia remains as unpredictable as ever. And leading the line, the livewire Ousmane Dembélé—already decisive against Real Madrid—will spearhead the attack.

The official PSG starting eleven

Donnarumma – Hakimi, Marquinhos, Beraldo, Nuno Mendes – Vitinha, Neves, Fabian Ruiz – Doué, Dembélé, Kvaratskhelia