PSG vs Bayern Munich: Who will reach the Club World Cup semifinals?
In the Club World Cup quarterfinal, PSG will face Bayern Munich. The match is scheduled for Saturday, July 5, kicking off at 18:00 Central European Time. We're bringing you a betting tip for this clash.
PSG vs Bayern Munich: Match preview
PSG, having lifted the UEFA Champions League trophy, arrived at the tournament as one of the main favorites. The Parisians kicked off their Club World Cup campaign with a commanding 4-0 win over Atletico Madrid. However, they stumbled in the second round, suffering a narrow 0-1 defeat to Botafogo despite creating plenty of chances. In the final group match, PSG confidently dispatched the Seattle Sounders and advanced to the playoffs. In the round of 16, they had little trouble seeing off Inter Miami — 4-0.
Bayern Munich are matching PSG stride for stride and are also in top form, eyeing the Club World Cup crown. The Bavarians started their tournament with a ruthless 10-0 demolition of Auckland City. The second round brought stiffer competition, but Bayern still edged past Boca Juniors 2-1. In the third round, however, the German side suffered a surprise 0-1 loss to Benfica. Nevertheless, it didn't prevent them from reaching the round of 16, where they faced Flamengo. Although it was a tough contest, Bayern clinched a 4-2 victory.
Key stats and head-to-head
- Both PSG and Bayern Munich have suffered just one defeat in their last five matches.
- Bayern Munich boast the tournament's most prolific attack with 16 goals scored.
- The last head-to-head between these teams ended with a 1-0 victory for Bayern.
Probable line-ups
- PSG: Donnarumma — Mendes, Pacho, Marquinhos, Hakimi — Fabian Ruiz, Vitinha, Joao Neves — Kvaratskhelia, D. Doue, Dembele
- Bayern: Neuer — Stanisic, Tah, Upamecano, Laimer — Goretzka, Kimmich, Olise, Coman, Müller — Kane
Prediction
We're in for an absolutely thrilling contest between two evenly matched sides. Expect attacking football, and our tip is to bet on the total goals over 2.5 at odds of 1.57.
