Lionel Messi to face PSG in Club World Cup 2025 round of 16

The 2025 Club World Cup in the United States has completed its group stage with 16 teams progressing to the knockout phase. Lionel Messi and Inter Miami face a significant challenge — meeting Paris Saint-Germain (PSG), the club he represented for two years.

Brazil demonstrates dominance by sending four representatives to the knockout phase. Meanwhile, three European nations — Italy, England, and Germany each placed two clubs in the round of 16.

• United States
• Portugal
• Saudi Arabia
• France
• Spain
• Mexico

The above countries contribute one team each in the knockout phase of this competition. The Inter Miami versus PSG matchup draws particular attention — given Messi’s special connection with the French capital club during 2021-2023.