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Messi’s Miami to play PSG at Club World Cup last 16; Atletico knocked out

Messi’s Miami to play PSG at Club World Cup last 16; Atletico knocked out

Summary

Lionel Messi's team, Inter Miami, will play against his former club, Paris Saint-Germain (PSG), in the Club World Cup knockout stage. Miami advanced by drawing 2-2 with Palmeiras, securing second place in their group, while PSG won their group with a victory over the Seattle Sounders.

Key Facts

  • Lionel Messi's Inter Miami is set to play PSG in the Club World Cup last 16.
  • Inter Miami drew 2-2 with Palmeiras to finish second in their group.
  • PSG advanced after a 2-0 win against the Seattle Sounders, topping their group.
  • Former Barcelona teammates Messi, Luis Suarez, Sergio Busquets, and Jordi Alba play for Miami.
  • Miami coach Javier Mascherano will face former coach Luis Enrique, who is now with PSG.
  • Porto and Al Ahly were eliminated after a 4-4 draw, leaving both behind Miami and Palmeiras.
  • Atletico Madrid won their game against Botafogo 1-0 but did not advance in the tournament.

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