Chelsea vs PSG Combined XI: Picking the Ultimate Club World Cup Final Lineup
The stage is set for a blockbuster showdown. Chelsea and Paris Saint-Germain will square off in the FIFA Club World Cup final, and only one of these European heavyweights will leave with the world champion crown.
Chelsea, fresh from lifting the Europa Conference League, have looked sharp under Enzo Maresca. PSG, meanwhile, finally got their hands on the Champions League trophy, and now Luis Enrique’s side are hunting a historic double.
Both squads are stacked with talent. But who makes the cut when we combine the very best from each? Here’s our Chelsea vs PSG combined XI, built on current form, big-match temperament, and raw quality.
Formation: 4-3-3
Goalkeeper: Gianluigi Donnarumma (PSG)
Chelsea’s goalkeeper situation hasn’t inspired much confidence lately. Donnarumma, on the other hand, has been rock-solid. Clutch when it matters, composed under pressure, and a massive presence between the sticks. No debate here.
Right-back: Achraf Hakimi (PSG)
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Hakimi is operating on a different level right now. With five goals and two assists in his last ten games, he’s not just defending, he’s dictating play down the flank. Reece James in full fitness might have had a case, but Hakimi is the present-day standard.
Centre-back: Marquinhos (PSG)
PSG have conceded just one goal in six Club World Cup matches, and Marquinhos is the main reason why. He reads the game like a veteran, leads like a captain, and defends like his life depends on it.
Centre-back: Levi Colwill (Chelsea)
With Willian Pacho suspended, Colwill is Chelsea’s best bet. The young defender has shown maturity beyond his years and has become a key part of Maresca’s rebuild. He’s earned this spot.
Left-back: Nuno Mendes (PSG)
Marc Cucurella’s redemption arc is fun, but Mendes is a tier above. Strong in one-on-ones and fearless going forward, the PSG left-back brings energy and quality in equal measure.
Central Midfield: Fabián Ruiz (PSG)
The man is in serious form. Two goals in PSG’s 4-0 win over Real Madrid, three in the tournament overall, and an assist to top it off. Ruiz is delivering on the big stage and dictating games with effortless class.
Central Midfield: Vitinha (PSG)
If Ruiz is PSG’s elegance, Vitinha is their engine. He controls the tempo, picks the right passes, and keeps things ticking in midfield. Right now, he’s one of the most complete midfielders in the game.
Central Midfield: Enzo Fernández (Chelsea)
João Neves is promising, Cole Palmer was flying last season, but Enzo has quietly become Chelsea’s midfield heartbeat. He leads the tournament in assists with three and has been a standout performer for Maresca’s side in every round.
Right Wing: Pedro Neto (Chelsea)
Since April, Pedro Neto has been on a tear. Whether it’s for Portugal or Chelsea, he’s been relentless. His Club World Cup form has been particularly sharp, and with a higher goal output than PSG’s Desire Doue, he edges into this XI.
Striker: Ousmane Dembélé (PSG)
The frontman PSG have been waiting for. Dembélé is in Ballon d’Or-worthy form, combining lethal finishing with dazzling creativity. Chelsea’s new-look attack might be exciting, but no one is outshining Dembélé right now.
Left Wing: Khvicha Kvaratskhelia (PSG)
Pedro Neto came close to making both wings, but Kvaratskhelia has the edge. The Georgian winger offers unpredictability, agility, and one of the most dangerous right feet in world football. He’s a game-changer.
Final Word
That’s the eleven. PSG dominate the lineup, but Chelsea sneak a few stars into the mix. The Club World Cup final promises to be more than just a trophy match, it’s a clash of philosophies, managers, and modern footballing powerhouses.
The world will be watching. And with this much talent on the pitch, they’re in for a treat.
