Real Madrid’s 3-Goal Blitz in 24 Minutes vs PSG: Club World Cup Live Updates
PSG vs Real Madrid: Champions League Winners Dominate with Early Three-Goal Blitz
By Harry Bamforth, Kieran Gill, and Zac Campbell | Updated: 21:53 BST, 9 July 2025
MetLife Stadium hosted a thrilling semi-final clash in the 2025 Club World Cup.
Real Madrid delivered a masterclass in the Club World Cup semi-finals, racing to a stunning 3-0 lead within 24 minutes against Paris Saint-Germain at New Jersey’s MetLife Stadium. The Spanish giants, fresh off their Champions League triumph, left PSG shellshocked with a relentless attacking display.
Match Highlights
1’ – Kickoff: A lively start saw both teams press high, but Madrid quickly seized control.
7’ – GOAL (0-1): Jude Bellingham opened the scoring, slotting home after Kylian Mbappé’s cutback. The French forward exploited PSG’s hesitant defense, setting up the English midfielder for a cool finish.
Bellingham set the tone with his early strike.
15’ – GOAL (0-2): Vinícius Jr. doubled the lead, outpacing Achraf Hakimi before curling a pinpoint shot into the far corner. PSG’s defense, missing Marquinhos due to injury, unraveled further.
24’ – GOAL (0-3): Rodrygo compounded PSG’s misery, capitalizing on a defensive error to fire past Gianluigi Donnarumma.
PSG’s Struggles
Despite fielding stars like Neymar and a subdued Lionel Messi, PSG lacked cohesion. Coach Luis Enrique’s tactical adjustments failed to stem Madrid’s waves of attacks. The French side’s frustration peaked when Hakimi received a yellow card for a reckless challenge on Vinícius.
Neymar struggled to influence the game as PSG trailed heavily.
Madrid’s Dominance
Carlo Ancelotti’s squad showcased why they’re considered Europe’s best. Federico Valverde and Eduardo Camavinga dominated midfield, while goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois remained untested.
Key Stats:
- Shots: Madrid 12 (6 on target) | PSG 4 (1 on target)
- Possession: Madrid 58% | PSG 42%
Fan Reactions
The crowd of 82,500 witnessed a Madrid-heavy celebration. Social media erupted, with fans calling PSG’s performance “embarrassing” and hailing Madrid as “unstoppable.”
What’s Next?
Madrid advances to face either Manchester City or Boca Juniors in the final. PSG will contest the third-place playoff, but questions linger about their tactical direction and Mbappé’s future amid transfer speculation.
Madrid’s squad revels in their dominant performance.
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