Dominant Display
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Fabián Ruiz opened the floodgates with two clinical first-half finishes, striking in the 6th and 24th minute to stun the crowd and dismantle Madrid’s confidence.
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Ousmane Dembélé added PSG’s second goal in the ninth minute, capitalizing on a defensive miscue.
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Gonçalo Ramos capped the victory with a confident strike in the 87th minute, bringing the final score to 4–0.
Tactical Brilliance
PSG, guided by Luis Enrique, executed an intense pressing strategy that threw Real Madrid completely off balance. Madrid, under Xabi Alonso, looked rattled and disjointed throughout. Even Thibaut Courtois was unable to prevent the onslaught, despite a few early saves.
High Stakes Spotlight
PSG's comprehensive victory not only underscores their ambition but also marks a historic moment as they chase their first-ever Club World Cup title. Their relentless performance also falls on the heels of an extraordinary treble campaign—including wins in Ligue 1, Coupe de France, and the Champions League.
What's Next
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PSG will face Chelsea, fresh off their 2–0 semi-final win over Fluminense, in Sunday’s final.
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After a stellar campaign, Real Madrid must regroup—Thibaut Courtois even publicly apologised to fans for the heavy defeat.