PSG Dismantles Messi's Inter Miami in One-Sided Club World Cup Clash
So, let's talk about what just happened in Atlanta — and honestly, it was nothing short of a football masterclass from Paris Saint-Germain. In a highly anticipated Round of 16 showdown at the Club World Cup, PSG completely dismantled Inter Miami with a commanding 4-0 victory. What made this clash even more intriguing was the emotional weight behind it — Lionel Messi facing off against his former club, and let’s just say, it didn’t go the way he or Inter Miami hoped.
From the opening whistle, it was clear that PSG came to dominate. The French champions didn’t just play better; they overwhelmed Inter Miami in every aspect of the game. By the fourth minute, PSG had already threatened the goal, with Bradley Barcola — starting in place of Dembélé — testing Oscar Ustari after a swift run by Khvicha Kvaratskhelia. This early pressure set the tone for the rest of the match.
The opening goal came soon after, courtesy of a precise set-piece. Vitinha’s free kick found Joao Neves at the far post, who headed it in with the kind of composure that reminded everyone of his recent goal against Manchester City. And Neves wasn’t done — he grabbed a second goal later in the half, finishing a well-crafted team move involving Fabian Ruiz and Barcola.
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Before the half ended, PSG added two more. A powerful cross from Désiré Doué deflected off Tomas Avilés for an own goal, and then Hakimi capped the onslaught with a scrappy finish deep into added time. Just like that, it was 4-0 before the break, and honestly, the game was over.
Luis Enrique used the second half to rest key players and rotate the squad, while Messi and his former Barça teammates struggled to find any rhythm. At 38, Messi showed flashes of brilliance — a few dribbles, a decent header, a late free kick — but nothing really came off. His frustration was visible; hands on hips just 16 minutes in, walking back after missed opportunities, and even a borderline foul on Vitinha that went unnoticed.
PSG’s intensity was relentless, and their midfield superiority just too much for Miami to handle. While fans hoped for some Messi magic, it never materialized. Even Suarez, also 38, missed a golden chance right in front of goal, and Sergio Busquets was dispossessed leading to a crucial goal.
It was a humbling experience for the Florida club and a stark reminder of the level gap between European champions and MLS contenders. The stadium was packed, mostly with Inter Miami fans wearing pink jerseys, but by the second half, many were just cheering for a wave — the football spectacle had already been decided.
Now, PSG looks ahead to a thrilling quarterfinal matchup against Bayern Munich, while Inter Miami must regroup for their MLS fixture against CF Montréal. This wasn’t just a win — it was a statement. PSG didn’t just beat Messi and company — they dismantled them with style, precision, and purpose.
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