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The Hindu
12-07-2025
- Sport
- The Hindu
Club World Cup final: Chelsea's Maresca braces for 'game of chess' against PSG
Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca has likened Sunday's Club World Cup final against Paris St. Germain to a game of chess, as the Blues prepare to face the Champions League holders and Ligue 1 giants in a highly anticipated clash. Speaking to reporters on Friday at New Jersey's MetLife Stadium, Maresca emphasised the tactical nature of the showdown, which pits his side against Luis Enrique's PSG. 'I really love chess and I see many similarities between chess and football,' Maresca said. 'At a tactical level, I don't believe in chess moves during matches but the manager must react when another manager reacts. 'Of course, this will be a tough chess match against Luis Enrique but we will try to enjoy it, for sure.' Maresca, who has guided Chelsea into the final with a mix of defensive solidity and attacking flair, was full of admiration for his opposite number. ALSO READ | PSG's success lies in team ethic, not individual stars, says manager Luis Enrique 'For sure, PSG and their manager, Luis Enrique, are a reference not only for me but for many people who love football. I believe they have an incredible team, and their coach is, along with Pep Guardiola, the best in the world right now,' he said. 'This is a team composed of incredible players. It will be a difficult and great challenge but we have our style. We've shown the way we want to do things.' Chelsea's semi-final victory over Brazilian side Fluminense saw new signing Joao Pedro make a big impact, scoring twice in the 2-0 win. However, Maresca remained tight-lipped about whether the 60-million-pound ($81.01-million) forward, acquired from Brighton & Hove Albion last week, would feature in the starting line-up for the final. 'Joao Pedro is a very good player. We bought him because we think he will help us. He has great quality,' Maresca said. 'We have 48 hours before the final. We are lucky we can choose different options. We'll see for the final if he's going to play.' The French and English sides, two of European football's most powerful and richest clubs, will compete for the honour of being the first champions of FIFA's expanded competition, created with the promise of revolutionising club football and as a curtain-raiser for the 2026 World Cup in North America.
New Straits Times
12-07-2025
- Sport
- New Straits Times
Chelsea's Maresca braces for "game of chess" against PSG in Club World Cup final
EAST RUTHERFORD, New Jersey: Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca has likened Sunday's Club World Cup final against Paris St. Germain to a game of chess, as the Blues prepare to face the Champions League holders and Ligue 1 giants in a highly anticipated clash. Speaking to reporters on Friday at New Jersey's MetLife Stadium, Maresca emphasised the tactical nature of the showdown, which pits his side against Luis Enrique's PSG. "I really love chess and I see many similarities between chess and football," Maresca said. "At a tactical level, I don't believe in chess moves during matches but the manager must react when another manager reacts. "Of course, this will be a tough chess match against Luis Enrique but we will try to enjoy it, for sure." Maresca, who has guided Chelsea into the final with a mix of defensive solidity and attacking flair, was full of admiration for his opposite number. "For sure, PSG and their manager, Luis Enrique, are a reference not only for me but for many people who love football. I believe they have an incredible team, and their coach is, along with Pep Guardiola, the best in the world right now," he said. "This is a team composed of incredible players. It will be a difficult and great challenge but we have our style. We've shown the way we want to do things." Chelsea's semi-final victory over Brazilian side Fluminense saw new signing Joao Pedro make a big impact, scoring twice in the 2-0 win. However, Maresca remained tight-lipped about whether the £60 million (US$81.01 million) forward, acquired from Brighton & Hove Albion last week, would feature in the starting line-up for the final. "Joao Pedro is a very good player. We bought him because we think he will help us. He has great quality," Maresca said. "We have 48 hours before the final. We are lucky we can choose different options. We'll see for the final if he's going to play." The French and English sides, two of European football's most powerful and richest clubs, will compete for the honour of being the first champions of FIFA's expanded competition, created with the promise of revolutionising club football and as a curtain-raiser for the 2026 World Cup in North America. — REUTERS
Straits Times
12-07-2025
- Business
- Straits Times
PSG's success lies in team ethic, not individual stars, says manager Luis Enrique
EAST RUTHERFORD, New Jersey - Paris St. Germain manager Luis Enrique emphasised on Friday that the key to his side's resurgence is a collective team ethic rather than reliance on individual brilliance, as the French and European champions prepare to face Chelsea in Sunday's Club World Cup final. The Parisians, buoyed by their historic Champions League triumph a little over a month ago, are chasing their first Club World Cup title. Luis Enrique has overseen a significant transformation at PSG, replacing departing stars Neymar, Lionel Messi, and Kylian Mbappe with a dynamic, youthful squad that embodies his total football philosophy. Speaking at a press conference at the MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, the Spaniard downplayed suggestions that he is the team's central figure, instead crediting the players' shared commitment to a common goal. "I'm not a star... I like the work I do. I enjoy my career, especially during difficult times," Luis Enrique said. "When things aren't going well, I feel better. It's nice when everything works out because the best thing about winning is making the people who follow us happy. I've been much better when I've been criticised than when I've been praised." Luis Enrique, who previously guided Barcelona to Champions League glory, hinted that this campaign could be among the finest of his managerial career but stressed that success would only be defined after Sunday's final. "Maybe this could be the best season of my coaching career. But there's still a final to win. When we've won it, we'll talk about it," he said. Top stories Swipe. Select. Stay informed. Singapore ST will have Govt's 'full confidence and support' in its mission: PM Wong Asia Air India crash report shows pilot confusion over engine switch movement Business F&B operators face tougher business landscape amid rising costs and stiff competition Business What's in store for policyholders after GE removes pre-authorisation letters for two private hospitals Multimedia Which floor is this? Chongqing's maze-like environment powers its rise as a megacity Asia 'Woven air': Ancient fabric spun across history makes comeback amid lies and climate change Sport 'A step forward' for golfer Shannon Tan, who makes cut at Evian Championship Business 4 conditions that allow seniors with dementia to sign wills The Spaniard also highlighted the volatile nature of football, citing Manchester City's recent struggles as a cautionary tale. "We've seen Manchester City, for example. They won everything last year and then they lose 10 games and they're crushed. Pep Guardiola is still the best coach in the world and they're killing him. So I prefer criticism over praise because it makes you feel humble, it's the crude reality." Luis Enrique reiterated his vision for a team-first approach, declaring, "We have to be a team with eleven stars, not just one or two. Not even eleven, maybe thirteen, fifteen stars... The real star should be the entire team. That's what our club stands for. We'll lose again soon, for sure. We want stars, but in the service of the team." PSG's clash with Chelsea promises to be an enthralling encounter, with both sides vying to add a coveted international trophy to their respective honours. The Parisians will be aiming to cap off a groundbreaking year by lifting the Club World Cup for the first time in their history. REUTERS
The Hindu
19-06-2025
- Sport
- The Hindu
PSG vs Botafogo LIVE streaming info: Where to watch FIFA Club World Cup 2025 match? Predicted lineups
Ligue 1 and Champions League champion Paris St. Germain will look to extend its blazing start to the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 when it takes on Botafogo in their Group B match at the Rose Bowl, California on Friday. (IST) Botafogo beat MLS side Seattle Sounders 2-1 in its opening game of the tournament. The 32-team revamped tournament began on Saturday in the United States with Lionel Messi's Inter Miami playing out a goalless draw against Egyptian side Al Ahly. The final is set to be played on July 14 at the MetLife Stadium in New Jersey. LIVESTREAM AND TELECAST INFO When will the PSG vs Botafogo FIFA Club World Cup 2025 group stage kick off? The PSG vs Botafogo FIFA Club World Cup 2025 group stage will kick off at 6:30 AM IST on Friday, June 20 at the Rose Bowl, California. Where to watch the PSG vs Botafogo FIFA Club World Cup 2025 group stage match? The PSG vs Botafogo FIFA Club World Cup 2025 group stage will not be telecast anywhere in India. The match will be live-streamed on the DAZN webiste. PREDICTED LINEUPS PSG: Donnarumma (GK); Hakimi, Marquinhos, Pacho, Mendes; Neves, Vitinha, Ruiz; Doué, Ramos, Kvaratskhelia Botafogo: Victor (GK), Vitinho, Cunha, Barboza, Telles, Gregore, Freitas, Guimaraes, Savarino, Mastriani, Jesus FULL SQUADS Paris Saint-Germain (France) Goalkeepers: Gianluigi Donnarumma, Matvey Safonov, Arnau Tenas Defenders: Achraf Hakimi, Marquinhos, Lucas Peraldo, Presnel Kimpembe, Nuno Mendes, Lucas Hernandez, William Pacho, Noham Kamara Midfielders: Gabriel Moscardo, Fabian Ruiz, Joao Neves, Senny Mayulu, Warren Zaire-Emery, Vitinha Forwards: Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, Goncalo Ramos, Ousmane Dembele, Desire Doue, Lee Kang-In, Bradley Barcola, Ibrahim Mbaye Botafogo (Brazil) Goalkeepers: John, Leo Linck, Raul, Christhian Loor Defenders: Alexander Barboza, Alex Telles, Bastos, Cuiabano, David Ricardo, Jair Cunha, Kaio Fernando, Marcal, Mateo Ponte, Vitinho Midfielders: Allan, Danilo Barbosa, Gregore, Marlon Freitas, Newton Forwards: Alvaro Montoro, Artur, Igor Jesus, Kayke, Mastriani, Matheus Martins, Nathan Fernandes, Santiago Rodriguez, Wran Cruz, Savarino
The Hindu
15-06-2025
- Sport
- The Hindu
PSG vs Atletico Madrid LIVE streaming info: Where to watch FIFA World Cup 2025 match? Predicted lineups
Ligue 1 and Champions League champion Paris St. Germain will kick off its FIFA Club World Cup 2025 campaign against Atletico Madrid of Spain in their Group B match at the Rose Bowl, California on Monday (IST) Both PSG and Atleti qualified for the tournament through the ranking pathway system of UEFA. The 32-team revamped tournament began on Saturday in the United States with Lionel Messi's Inter Miami playing out a goalless draw against Egyptian side Al Ahly. The final is set to be played on July 14 at the MetLife Stadium in New Jersey. LIVESTREAM AND TELECAST INFO When will the PSG vs Atletico Madrid FIFA Club World Cup 2025 group stage kick off? The PSG vs Atletico Madrid FIFA Club World Cup 2025 group stage will kick off at 12:30 PM IST on Monday, June 15 at the Rose Bowl, California. Where to watch the PSG vs Atletico Madrid FIFA Club World Cup 2025 group stage match? The PSG vs Atletico Madrid FIFA Club World Cup 2025 group stage will not be telecast anywhere in India. The match will be live-streamed on the DAZN webiste. PREDICTED LINEUPS PSG: Donnarumma; Hakimi, Marquinhos, Beraldo, Hernandez; Zaïre-Emery, Moscardo, Ruiz; Doué, Ramos, Kvaratskhelia Atletico Madrid: Oblak; Molina, Gimenez, Le Normand, Galán; Simeone, De Paul, Barrios, Gallagher; Alvarez, Griezmann FULL SQUADS Paris Saint-Germain (France) Goalkeepers: Gianluigi Donnarumma, Matvey Safonov, Arnau Tenas Defenders: Achraf Hakimi, Marquinhos, Lucas Peraldo, Presnel Kimpembe, Nuno Mendes, Lucas Hernandez, William Pacho, Noham Kamara Midfielders: Gabriel Moscardo, Fabian Ruiz, Joao Neves, Senny Mayulu, Warren Zaire-Emery, Vitinha Forwards: Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, Goncalo Ramos, Ousmane Dembele, Desire Doue, Lee Kang-In, Bradley Barcola, Ibrahim Mbaye Atletico de Madrid (Spain) Goalkeepers: Joan Musso, Jan Oblak, Antonio Gomis, Salvi Esquivel Defenders: Jose Maria Gimenez, Cesar Azpilicueta, Clement Lenglet, Nahuel Molina, Axel Witsel, Javi Galan, Reinildo, Robin Le Normand, Ilias Kostis Midfielders: Conor Gallagher, Rodrigo De Paul, Koke, Pablo Barrios, Thomas Lemar, Samu Lino, Marcos Llorente, Rodrigo Riquelme, Javi Serrano, Taufik Seidu, Rayane Belaid Forwards: Antoine Griezmann, Alexander Sorloth, Angel Correa, Carlos Martin, Julian Alvarez, Guiliano Simeone
