PSG Advances to Club World Cup Last 16 After 2-0 Win Over Seattle

Paris Saint-Germain secured a 2-0 victory over the Seattle Sounders to advance to the last 16 of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup. Goals from Khvicha Kvaratskhelia and Achraf Hakimi ensured PSG topped Group B despite a previous surprise loss to Botafogo, while Seattle was eliminated after losing all three group matches. PSG, who have played an intense season with 61 matches including winning a historic treble, showed signs of fatigue but maintained strong possession and pressing metrics throughout the match. Seattle controlled the early game and had a notable scoring chance, but PSG broke the deadlock in the 35th minute and doubled their lead on a counterattack in the second half. Ahead of the match, PSG fielded a strong lineup despite injuries, aiming to secure progress after their recent setback. The win sets PSG up to face the runners-up from Group A, potentially facing former player Lionel Messi at Inter Miami in the knockout stage.