US EditionAustralian Alireza Faghani to referee Club World Cup final between Chelsea and Paris Saint-Germain
AUSTRALIA, JUL 11 – Alireza Faghani was chosen for his experience in major international matches including two World Cups and the 2016 Olympic final, highlighting his trusted role in officiating top-level games.
- On Sunday, July 13, 2025, at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, Australian referee Alireza Faghani officiated the final match of the FIFA Club World Cup featuring Chelsea and Paris Saint-Germain.
- Chelsea reached the final under coach Enzo Maresca, hired in June 2024, after a season of significant improvement and overcoming PSG’s status as Champions League winners and heavy favorites.
- Both teams entered the tournament strong, with Chelsea winning their semifinals against Fluminense and PSG defeating Real Madrid, while Chelsea’s captain Reece James and Maresca expressed pride and confidence despite being underdogs.
- Maresca highlighted the importance of their progress by noting that just a year ago, Chelsea was not part of the conversation, while James described PSG as the world’s top team and emphasized their determination to win the final.
- Faghani’s appointment, FIFA’s announcement, and broadcast availability on Channel 5 and DAZN highlight the final’s global importance, marking a milestone for Chelsea and PSG in a tournament featuring 32 top teams worldwide.
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July 11, 2025 – Piscataway (USA) – EFE. Paris Saint-Germain resumed training this Friday after a day of rest granted to the players after his strong 4-0 victory in front of Real Madrid, in preparation for the final of the Club World Cup that they will play this Sunday against Chelsea. The team led by Luis Enrique performed the practice at the facilities of the University of Rutgers, in New Jersey, and announced that Saturday will be dedicated to…
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Australian Alireza Faghani to referee Club World Cup final between Chelsea and Paris Saint-Germain
Alireza Faghani of Australia was picked to referee Sunday’s Club World Cup final between Chelsea and Paris Saint-Germain.
The Australian Alireza Faghani will be in charge of arbitrating the final of the Club World Cup that will be held this Sunday in East Rutherford (New Jersey) Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) and Chelsea, reported FIFA.Faghani, born in the Iranian town of Kashmar 47 years ago, also led the inaugural match of the tournament, between the Inter of Miami and the Egyptian Al Ahly (0-0), in addition to Bayern Munich-Boca Juniors (2-1) of the group phase and t…
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Chelsea could be crowned world champions for the second time this Sunday, as we face Paris Saint-Germain in the Club World Cup final at MetLife Stadium. It's been some journey...
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