Flamengo won the right to the decision after victories in the knockout stages. The Brazilian team overcame opponents from other continents with solid performances. Já PSG preserved players in recent commitments to prioritize the confrontation.
The decision of Copa Intercontinental of Fifa takes place this Wednesday, December 17, 2025, in Estádio Ahmad bin Ali, in PSG, champions of Champions League, face Flamengo, winners of Libertadores, at 5pm Catar local time (2pm Brasília). The tournament defines the intercontinental champion in a format that favors the European representative with a direct place in the final.
Several platforms broadcast the game live. Coverage covers open, closed channels and free digital options.
Match broadcast options
The confrontation brings together different styles of continental football. The stadium, with a history of Fifa events, hosts the final in ideal conditions.
- TV Globo carries the match free-to-air across the entire Brazilian territory.
- SporTV guarantees exclusive transmission for pay TV subscribers.
- CazéTV and GE TV make the duel available for free via YouTube.
- FIFA+ offers global streaming at no extra cost.
The predicted temperature in Al Rayyan is around 24°C at kickoff time. Clear skies pose no risk of weather disruptions.
Probable teams for the confrontation
Filipe Luís has a full cast at Flamengo. The tactical scheme maintains a balance between defense and quick attacks.
Probable Flamengo:
- Rossi
- Varela
- Leo Ortiz
- Leo Pereira
- Alex Sandro
- Pulgar
- Jorginho
- Arrascaeta
- Carrascal
- Everton
- Bruno Henrique
Luis Enrique adjusts PSG without Achraf Hakimi, injured. The formation prioritizes ball control and speed on the wings.
Probable PSG:
- Safonov
- Zaïre-Emery
- Marquinhos
- Pacho
- Nuno
- Vitinha
- Fabian Ruiz
- John Neves
- Kvaratskhelia
- Gonçalo
- Barcola
No team records suspensions for the decision.
Path taken by the teams
Flamengo played preliminary rounds in the tournament. The victories brought additional confidence to the red-black campaign.
The Rio team beat Pyramids 2-0 in the semifinal stage. Anteriormente, beat Cruz Azul 2-1 in a balanced game. Essas achievements brought intermediate trophies to the club.
PSG guaranteed their presence in the final for the European title. The French team managed the domestic calendar to arrive at Catar prepared.
Recent club form
Flamengo accumulates positive results in decisive competitions. The sequence includes national and continental achievements in the season.
- 2-0 victory against Pyramids in the previous stage.
- 2-1 triumph against Cruz Azul on debut.
- Successes in Brazilian football finals.
- Adjustments to preparatory matches.
- Balance in international duels.
PSG maintains its lead in Ligue 1. The campaign culminated in the Champions League title.
- Favorable results in recent rounds of the French championship.
- Few setbacks in the European trajectory.
- Consistent wins against domestic rivals.
- Preparation focused on Fifa tournaments.
- Consistency in high-level games.
Referee responsible for the game
Ismail Elfath directs the match as central referee. The American professional has experience in international competitions Fifa.
The assistants are Corey Parker and Kyle Atkins. Allen Chapman commands the VAR. The quartet applies uniform criteria during the duel.
History between Flamengo and PSG
Clubs only meet in friendly matches. Nenhum official confrontation took place until this final.
- In 1975, Flamengo won 2-0 in Paris.
- In 1991, a 1-1 draw followed by a red-black triumph on penalties.
- The decision marks the first clash worth an official title.
The competitive duel raises the level of rivalry between teams.
Infrastructure and conditions on site
The Estádio Ahmad bin Ali maintains a high standard of lawn. The arena hosted matches from Copa to Mundo in 2022.
The weather forecast indicates dry weather in Al Rayyan. Temperaturas vary between 22°C and 26°C without strong winds or rain.
