Flamengo Set for Copa Intercontinental Final Showdown with PSG After Convincing Semifinal Win
Flamengo booked their spot in the 2025 Copa Intercontinental final with a 2-0 semifinal win over Pyramids, setting up a highly anticipated final against PSG, who have praised Flamengo as formidable opponents.
- • Flamengo defeated Pyramids 2-0 in the Copa Intercontinental semifinals with goals by Léo Pereira and Danilo.
- • Flamengo's Arrascaeta reached 45 goal contributions this year including 20 assists.
- • The final match against Paris Saint-Germain will take place on December 17 at Ahmad bin Ali Stadium in Qatar.
- • PSG coach Luis Enrique praised Flamengo as one of the best teams globally and anticipates a challenging final.
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Flamengo has secured a place in the 2025 Copa Intercontinental final following a commanding 2-0 victory over Egypt's Pyramids FC at the Ahmad bin Ali Stadium in Qatar. Goals from Léo Pereira and Danilo, both headers from set pieces assisted by Giorgian De Arrascaeta, ensured Flamengo's smooth passage to face Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) on Wednesday, December 17, at the same venue. Arrascaeta's impressive form continues as he reached 45 goal contributions this year, including 20 assists, underlining his crucial role in Flamengo's attack.
International media have lauded Flamengo's unstoppable momentum. Spanish journalist Víctor Martín noted that Flamengo, led by Filipe Luís, poses a significant challenge to PSG and their coach Luis Enrique. Argentine outlets like Olé praised Flamengo's stellar season, highlighting their recent Copa Libertadores win against Palmeiras and the Brasileirão title, framing the final as an opportunity for Flamengo to claim a prestigious world title against European champions PSG. French sports daily L’Équipe also emphasized Flamengo's convincing semifinal performance and easy route to the final.
PSG coach Luis Enrique himself has acknowledged Flamengo's strength, describing them as "one of the best teams in the world." Recalling his experience coaching Barcelona in the 2015 Club World Cup, Enrique remarked that the gap between European and South American teams has narrowed significantly, signaling that the upcoming match will be highly competitive. PSG recently added to their confidence with a 3-2 victory over Metz in the French Championship.
The stage is set at the Al-Rayyan Stadium, Doha, for a clash between two of football’s top clubs. Flamengo’s recent domestic and continental success, combined with their current form, positions them as a formidable opponent against PSG’s European prowess. The anticipation mounts as both teams prepare for the December 17 final kickoff at 14:00 Brasília time.
This article was synthesized and translated from native language sources to provide English-speaking readers with local perspectives.