Paris Saint-Germain vs Inter Milan prediction, H2H and probable lineups — 31 May 2025
The UEFA Champions League final will see PSG face off against Inter Milan. The clash is set for Munich on Saturday, May 31, with kickoff scheduled for 21:00 Central European Time. Here’s my take on who will come out on top.
Match preview
PSG finish this season as the undisputed kings of French football. Once again, the Parisians faced little resistance domestically and recently completed a golden double by beating Reims in the national cup final.
The capital club are now on the verge of a historic treble and could lift the Champions League trophy for the first time ever—a feat that would be monumental for all of French football. Only Marseille, back in the mid-90s, have previously claimed the crown, though that triumph was marred by scandal.
PSG are in the Champions League final for only the second time in their history. Their maiden appearance came in 2020, led by Neymar amidst the coronavirus pandemic, but they fell to Bayern Munich. Of that squad, only Marquinhos and Kimpembe remain, the latter having spent much of recent years sidelined by injury.
After Kylian Mbappé’s controversial departure, many predicted a major decline, but Luis Enrique has managed to unite the squad around a common goal. Ousmane Dembélé has found new confidence, Khvicha Kvaratskhelia has added attacking flair, and rising star Désiré Doué has shone brightly. And let’s not forget Gianluigi Donnarumma, whose heroics have been pivotal in PSG’s run to the final.
Inter, under Simone Inzaghi, have reached the Champions League final for the second time in three years. In 2023, the Italians fell short against Manchester City, and their last European triumph dates back to 2010.
The Nerazzurri have proven their mettle by knocking out both Bayern and Barcelona—results few saw coming. With a well-balanced squad, Inter are rightly regarded as one of Europe’s elite teams.
In Serie A, Inter squandered a win over Lazio in the penultimate round, allowing Antonio Conte’s Napoli to snatch the Scudetto from the Milanese side. The team’s leaders are Marcus Thuram and Lautaro Martínez, though the latter’s scoring form has dipped of late.
This summer could bring major changes. Saudi club Al Hilal are reportedly offering Simone Inzaghi a lucrative deal, while Bastoni and Barella are increasingly linked with transfers. Veterans like Mkhitaryan, Acerbi, and Sommer are all well into their thirties, making this likely their last shot at continental glory.
Match facts
- PSG are on a four-match winning streak.
- The Parisians have kept just three clean sheets in their last 15 matches.
- Inter are unbeaten in their last six games.
- The Italians have scored at least two goals in each of their last four matches.
- PSG average 2.7 goals per game, while Inter average 2.1.
Probable lineups
- Paris Saint-Germain: Donnarumma, Mendes, Paco, Marquinhos, Hakimi, Ruiz, Vitinha, Neves, Kvaratskhelia, Doué, Dembélé.
- Inter Milan: Sommer, Bastoni, Acerbi, Bisseck, Dumfries, Dimarco, Mkhitaryan, Çalhanoğlu, Barella, Thuram, Martínez.
H2H
- The teams have never met in an official competition.
- Inter and PSG have played five friendlies: three wins for the French side, one draw, and one win for the Italians.
Prediction
No doubt, a clash of this magnitude promises a battle for every inch of the pitch. The intrigue is heightened by the fact that both sides have displayed impressive attacking prowess all season. Enrique has his squad working hard defensively, while Inter famously put six past Barcelona. Bookmakers see the French club as slight favorites, but Inzaghi’s men will have plenty to say. I’m leaning towards PSG and suggest backing them with a 0 handicap.
