PSG Dominate Atlético Madrid 4–0 in Club World Cup Opener

Paris Saint-Germain kicked off their 2025 Club World Cup campaign in emphatic fashion, dismantling Atlético Madrid 4–0 at the Rose Bowl in Los Angeles.

Goals & Key Moments

  • Fabián Ruiz opened the scoring early, setting the tone.

  • Vitinha followed with a powerful strike from midfield.

  • Up-and-coming talent Senny Mayulu made it three, capping a sleek team move.

  • Lee Kang‑in slotted home a penalty late on to seal the dominant win.

Atlético’s Collapse
Clement Lenglet was sent off with a second yellow card, reducing Atlético to ten men and widening PSG’s control.

Man of the Match: Vitinha
The midfielder’s tireless work and creative flair earned him official Man of the Match honors.

Atmosphere & Context
Despite PSG’s dominance, the match drew criticism over low attendance in the intense LA heat (over 30 °C), with many questioning the tournament format and scheduling.


What This Means

PSG sends a strong message in Group B of the newly expanded tournament. Atlético Madrid now face a must-win situation, while PSG’s confident start positions them as strong contenders to progress to the knockout stages.

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