Chelsea have written a new chapter in their history, lifting the FIFA Club World Cup in emphatic fashion after dismantling Paris Saint-Germain 3-0 in the final at the MetLife Stadium. On a night charged with drama, flair, and a touch of controversy, it was Cole Palmer who emerged as the undisputed star, delivering a masterclass performance under the lights in New Jersey.
Few would have predicted this outcome. PSG, fresh from demolishing Real Madrid in the semifinals, entered the match as overwhelming favourites. But Chelsea had other ideas. By halftime, the game was effectively over.
Palmer opened the scoring midway through the first half, finishing sharply after a clever cut-back from Malo Gusto. The 22-year-old forward doubled Chelsea’s lead just minutes later with an almost mirror-image strike low, precise, and beyond the reach of Gianluigi Donnarumma.
But Palmer wasn’t done yet.
Just before the break, he turned provider, slipping a pinpoint pass through to Joao Pedro. The Brazilian, who scored twice in the semifinal against Fluminense, made no mistake with a delicate chip over the onrushing Donnarumma, sealing what would be an unforgettable night for the London side.
PSG’s frustrations boiled over late in the second half when midfielder Joao Neves was shown a straight red card for an unsportsmanlike incident pulling the hair of Chelsea defender Marc Cucurella. By then, the French champions looked rattled and out of ideas.
In the stands, former U.S. President Donald Trump watched on as Chelsea captain Reece James hoisted the trophy aloft a moment that signified not just a title, but a transformation. From Conference League winners last season to world champions today, Chelsea’s meteoric rise under their new regime has been nothing short of remarkable.
Beyond the glory, the win also comes with a financial windfall. Chelsea are expected to earn around £100 million in prize money, a massive boost from this inaugural edition of the expanded 32-team tournament.
With youth, grit, and explosive talent at their disposal, Chelsea have sent a clear message to the footballing world: the Blues are back on top and they’re not done yet.
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