The decision of theCup Intercontinentalof Fifa takes place this Wednesday, December 17th, in Estádio Ahmad bin Ali, in Al Rayyan. PSG, champion of the Champions League, faces Flamengo, winner of the Libertadores and the preliminary stages of the tournament. The game starts at 5pm Catar local time (2pm Brasília) and defines the 2025 club world champion.
Flamengo overcame Cruz Azul and Pyramids to reach the final. The Brazilian team is looking for its second intercontinental title, repeating its 1981 achievement.
Several platforms broadcast the confrontation live. Fans access open, closed TV and free streaming options.
Match broadcast options
Estádio Ahmad bin Ali hosts the final with expectations of a large audience. The arena, used in the Copa of the Mundo of 2022, has a capacity for around 45 thousand people.
- TV Globo covers the game free-to-air throughout the country.
- SporTV dedicates exclusive programming to pay TV subscribers.
- CazéTV and GE TV offer free broadcasting via YouTube.
- FIFA+ makes streaming available on a global scale at no extra cost.
The forecast for Al Rayyan indicates temperatures between 22°C and 25°C at departure time. The sky remains clear, with no risk of rain.
Probable team lineups
Luis Enrique has maximum strength at PSG, except for the confirmed absence of Achraf Hakimi. The French scheme emphasizes ball possession and speed on the wings.
Probable PSG:
- Chevalier (or Safonov)
- Zaïre-Emery
- Marquinhos
- Pacho
- Nuno
- Vitinha
- John Neves
- Fabian Ruiz
- Kvaratskhelia
- Dembélé (or Doué)
- Barcola
Filipe Luís aligns the Flamengo based on consolidated previous victories. The 4-2-3-1 seeks balance between defense and counterattacks.
Probable Flamengo:
- Rossi
- Varela
- Leo Ortiz (or Danilo)
- Leo Pereira
- Alex Sandro
- Pulgar
- Jorginho
- Arrascaeta
- Carrascal
- Everton Cebolinha (or Samuel Lino)
- Bruno Henrique
The squads do not record suspensions for the duel.
Path to the big decision
Flamengo competed in qualifying stages in the intercontinental tournament. The victories brought intermediate achievements and game rhythm to the team.
Rubro-Negro beat Pyramids 2-0 in the semifinal stage. Anteriormente, beat Cruz Azul 2-1 in a balanced match. Esses results highlighted efficiency in set pieces and transitions.
PSG guaranteed an automatic place as European champions. The team prioritized recovery on recent Ligue 1 commitments.
Recent team results
Flamengo accumulates national and continental achievements during the season. The positive sequence includes bonds in the Brasileirão and Libertadores.
- 2-0 victory against Pyramids in the semi-final.
- 2-1 triumph against Cruz Azul in the previous phase.
- Victorious campaign in domestic competitions.
- Adjustments to international preparatory games.
- Few stumbles in important decisions.
PSG maintains leadership in the French league after the European title. The team arrives at Catar rested.
- Positive results in recent rounds of Ligue 1.
- Little exposure in the knockout stages of the tournament.
- Consistent victories in the Champions campaign.
- Balance in high-level clashes.
- Total focus on the intercontinental decision.
Arbitration for the confrontation
Ismail Elfath directs the match as central referee. The American professional has experience in Fifa events.
Assistants act as Corey Parker and Kyle Atkins. The VAR operates under the command of Allen Chapman. The quartet applies rules uniformly.
History between the clubs
Flamengo and PSG only meet in friendlies. The duels took place in Paris without being worth official titles.
- Flamengo won 2-0 in 1975.
- 1-1 draw in 1991, with Red and Black success on penalties.
- No record of previous competitive matches.
This final represents the first official clash between the teams.
Conditions at the game location
The Ahmad bin Ali Stadium keeps your lawn in ideal condition. The modern structure favors a high-level spectacle.
Local meteorology predicts dry weather in Al Rayyan. Temperaturas mild conditions and the absence of strong winds guarantee normal development of the match.
