Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) and Inter Miami are set to face off at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in the round of 16 of the FIFA Club World Cup on Sunday. Both teams have secured their spots in the knockout stage of the competition.
In the group stage, PSG won two out of their three games. They suffered a surprising 1-0 defeat against Botafogo but bounced back with a 2-0 victory over Seattle Sounders. Khvicha Kvaratskhelia and Achraf Hakimi were the goal scorers in that match.
On the other hand, Inter Miami remained unbeaten in the group stage, drawing two of their three games. In their last match, they played out a thrilling 2-2 draw against Palmeiras. Tadeo Allende and Luis Suárez found the back of the net for Miami in that game.
This will be the first meeting between PSG and Inter Miami. Lionel Messi will face his former team, PSG, for the first time since leaving them in 2023. Both teams have shown strong performances leading up to this match.
PSG have won seven of their last eight games in all competitions and have kept four clean sheets during that period. They scored six goals in the group stage while conceding just once, showcasing their attacking prowess.
Inter Miami, on the other hand, head into the match on a six-game unbeaten streak, scoring 16 goals in the process. Their only win in the group stage came against a European team, and they will be looking to continue their goal-scoring form in this match.
All eyes will be on Lionel Messi as he faces his former club. Messi has a good record against PSG in his club career, having recorded four wins against them in the past.
In terms of prediction, PSG’s international experience and recent form make them the favorites in this match. A comfortable win for PSG is on the cards, with a predicted scoreline of 2-1 in favor of PSG.
For betting tips, it is advisable to bet on PSG to win, expect over 2.5 goals in the match, both teams to score, and at least one goal in the second half.
The clash between PSG and Inter Miami promises to be an exciting encounter, with both teams eager to advance in the FIFA Club World Cup. Stay tuned for what promises to be a thrilling match at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.
