Paris Saint-Germain kicked off their Club World Cup campaign in style with an electrifying 4-0 win over Atletico Madrid at the iconic Rose Bowl. In front of a buzzing crowd of 80,619, PSG reaffirmed their championship credentials after their recent Champions League triumph. ⚽
The match started on a high note as Fabian Ruiz opened the scoring in the 19th minute with a smart finish past Atletico’s keeper. Shortly after, Vitinha added another goal in injury time of the first half, leaving fans and critics alike in awe.
The second half saw Atletico in disarray. Despite a brief glimmer from Julian Alvarez, whose goal was eventually ruled out following a VAR check for a foul in the buildup, the game turned even more dramatic when Atletico's Clement Lenglet received his second yellow card in the 78th minute, reducing his team to 10 men. This incident visibly frustrated Atletico's manager Diego Simeone.
PSG maintained their momentum with Senny Mayulu firing in a goal in the 82nd minute, and Lee Kang-in sealing the victory with a spot-kick on the final whistle. Even in the absence of Ousmane Dembele, who missed the match due to a reported quadriceps injury, PSG’s performance was a masterclass in dominance and precision.
This win sets a thrilling tone for the tournament, promising more high-octane football and unforgettable moments ahead. Stay tuned as the Club World Cup heats up!
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PSG thumps Atletico Madrid 4-0 in impressive Club World Cup opener
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