Overview

• The final will take place Sunday, July 13 at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey with live coverage on DAZN, DSports, Telefe and Disney+.
• PSG, led by Luis Enrique, arrives as favorite after securing a domestic treble and demolishing Inter Miami, Bayern Munich and Real Madrid in knockout rounds.
• Chelsea coach Enzo Maresca guided his side past Palmeiras and Fluminense and reignited criticism of South American teams’ midseason breaks.
• Argentina midfielder Enzo Fernández warned that 83°F (28°C) heat with a 91°F (33°C) heat index poses health risks and urged FIFA to avoid afternoon kickoffs.
• Sunday’s match will determine the first champion under the new 32-team, quadrennial format and will test player welfare in extreme conditions.