Paris: Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) take on Brazilian giants Flamengo in the FIFA Intercontinental Cup final on Wednesday, December 17, with a new champion set to be crowned in Qatar. The blockbuster clash will be played at Ahmad bin Ali Stadium, Al Rayyan, bringing together Europe’s elite and South America’s finest.
PSG enter the final as UEFA Champions League holders, earning a direct berth in the showpiece match. Flamengo, meanwhile, booked their place by defeating Pyramids FC 2-0 in the Challenger Cup playoff.
PSG vs Flamengo: Match Details
- Date: Wednesday, December 17
- Time: 12:00 PM ET (USA) | 10:30 PM IST (India)
- Venue: Ahmad bin Ali Stadium, Al Rayyan, Qatar
- Referee: Ismail Elfath
- VAR: Allen Chapman
What is the FIFA Intercontinental Cup?
The FIFA Intercontinental Cup is an annual competition featuring the UEFA Champions League winner against the best club champion from FIFA’s six confederations. The tournament replaced the FIFA Club World Cup knockout format that ran from 2005 to 2023.
So far, Real Madrid remain the only club to have lifted the new-format Intercontinental Cup, defeating CF Pachuca in the 2024 final.
PSG vs Flamengo: Live Streaming and TV Details
United States
Fans in the US can watch the final live on:
- Fanatiz
- Fubo
- beIN SPORTS
- beIN SPORTS CONNECT
India
Indian viewers can stream PSG vs Flamengo live on FIFA+, FIFA’s official digital streaming platform.
AI Prediction: Who Will Win?
According to AI-based predictions, PSG are slight favorites heading into the final.
Prediction:
“PSG should edge a thrilling final in Qatar, capitalizing on their European pedigree and attacking quality from Ousmane Dembélé and Khvicha Kvaratskhelia. Flamengo’s counter-attacking threat will test them, but PSG are tipped to win 2-1.”
Team News
PSG Team Update
- Achraf Hakimi is ruled out with an ankle injury.
- Lucas Chevalier is expected to be fit after recovering from his ankle issue.
- Ousmane Dembélé returns to the squad after missing the Metz match.
PSG head into the final on the back of a 3-2 Ligue 1 win, with goals from Gonçalo Ramos, Quentin Ndjantou, and Désiré Doué.
Flamengo Team Update
- Allan is likely to miss out due to a heel problem.
- Pedro remains doubtful with a forearm injury.
Flamengo come into the match full of confidence after a 2-0 victory over Pyramids, where Léo Pereira and Danilo scored, while goalkeeper Agustín Rossi kept a clean sheet.
Predicted Line-ups
PSG (4-3-3)
Chevalier; Zaïre-Emery, Beraldo, Marquinhos, Mendes; Vitinha, Neves, Ruiz; Doué, Dembélé, Kvaratskhelia
Flamengo (4-2-3-1)
Rossi; Varela, Danilo, Léo Pereira, Lucas; Pulgar, Jorginho; Saúl, De Arrascaeta, Everton; Plata
Match Preview Summary
The PSG vs Flamengo FIFA Intercontinental Cup final promises a fascinating tactical battle, blending European structure with South American flair. While PSG’s depth and attacking talent make them favorites, Flamengo’s experience and resilience could spring a surprise on the biggest stage.
All eyes will be on Qatar as history awaits a new Intercontinental Cup champion.
