PSG vs Flamengo. Prediction, H2H, and betting tip for the match on December 17, 2025
On December 17, the Intercontinental Cup will be contested, with PSG and Flamengo battling for the trophy. Here’s my take on the best bet for this upcoming showdown, which will be played on neutral ground.
PSG
As Champions League winners, PSG have earned the right to fight for the Intercontinental Cup. The team jumps straight into the final, meaning they need just one win to claim the trophy. The Parisians are in the thick of their season and performing well, though not without questions. The club is used to dominating domestically, but this time Luis Enrique’s men are only second in Ligue 1, trailing leaders Lens by a single point.
In their last league outing, PSG edged Metz away with a 3-2 victory. In the Champions League, the club sits a strong third in the group standings—finishing in the top eight is crucial to avoid extra matches. Hakimi and Mbaye are ruled out for this clash, having been called up to their respective African national teams.
Flamengo
The Brazilian side has already wrapped up its domestic season, having secured both the Copa Libertadores and the national Serie A title. Most players are practically on holiday, with only this final left on their calendar.
Flamengo entered the Intercontinental Cup back in the quarterfinals, dispatching Mexico’s Cruz Azul 2-1. For a place in the final, they faced Egypt’s Pyramids and claimed a 2-0 victory.
This match will be played on neutral ground in Qatar, where Flamengo have been based for nearly two weeks—a definite advantage, as their opponents haven’t had the same opportunity. Allan and Vignán are out injured, while Douglas Telles remains doubtful.
H2H
- PSG: Safonov, Zaïre-Emery, Zabarnyi, Pacho, Mendes, Vitinha, Neves, Ruiz, Barcola, Doué, Kvaratskhelia.
- Flamengo: Rossi, Varela, Danilo, Léo Pereira, Alex Sandro, Pulgar, Jorginho, Carrascal, De Arrascaeta, Everton, Plata.
Prediction
With the Club World Cup grabbing all the headlines, this tournament has slipped under the radar—and its format and number of participants don’t exactly scream prestige. PSG are the favorites here, but Flamengo are the top team from their continent and will fight hard for the trophy. These sides have never met before. I expect a tense encounter, possibly decided by a single goal. My pick: a clean win for PSG.
