In a dazzling display of dominance and precision, Chelsea FC triumphed over Paris Saint-Germain with a commanding 3–0 win at the MetLife Stadium, securing their place in history as the inaugural champions of the expanded FIFA Club World Cup.
Led by manager Enzo Maresca, the Blues stunned the European champions with a first-half blitz, featuring a brace from Cole Palmer and a sublime finish from Joao Pedro. Palmer opened the scoring in the 22nd minute and doubled the lead just eight minutes later with a curling strike into the bottom corner. He then turned provider, assisting Pedro’s chip over Gianluigi Donnarumma in the 43rd minute.
Despite PSG’s possession advantage and attacking threats from Vitinha and Desire Doue, Chelsea’s defense held firm, with goalkeeper Robert Sanchez earning the Golden Gloves award after a string of crucial saves.
The final, attended by global dignitaries including President Donald Trump, featured a star-studded halftime show with performances by Coldplay, Tems, and Doja Cat, adding to the spectacle of the billion-dollar tournament.
Chelsea’s victory not only earned them the prestigious title but also a staggering $153.66 million in prize money, marking a monumental achievement for the club and its supporters.
Manager Enzo Maresca praised his squad’s intensity: “We won the game in the first ten minutes. The effort from all the players has been fantastic.”
With this win, Chelsea becomes the first club to lift the new 32-team Club World Cup trophy, setting the stage for the next edition in 2029.