Chelsea thrashed the European Champions League winner, Paris Saint-Germain, to win FIFA's Club World Cup at the MetLife Stadium on Sunday, July 13. Gianni Infantino and Donald Trump presented the trophy to Reece James on stage.
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The French side was considered the heavy favorites to win the final before kickoff, but unfortunately, PSG found themselves 3-0 down within 43 minutes. England attacker Cole Palmer slotted home almost identical strikes in the 22nd and 30th minutes to put the Londoners in control, and Joao Pedro’s effort two minutes before the break effectively sealed the result.
Luis Enrique's side ended the match with 10 players after midfielder Joao Neves was sent off in the 85th minute for pulling Chelsea defender Marc Cucurella's hair.
Key Moment at the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup
U.S. President Donald Trump attends Club World Cup final
U.S. President Donald Trump, accompanied by First Lady Melania Trump, attended the Club World Cup final at MetLife Stadium on Sunday. The match, featuring Chelsea and PSG competing for the trophy in the newly expanded 32-team tournament, took place in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Trump received a warm reception of cheers upon his arrival at the stadium.
At halftime, with Chelsea leading 3-0, President Donald Trump told DAZNFootball, “I am having a really great time, tremendous sport.”
Enzo Maresca on Chelsea's Performance
Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca, speaking to DAZN after the match, said:
I have no words for the players. They all deserve this and it's a good moment. For me, we won the game in the first 10 minutes. We set the tempo and we were very good at pressing them. The conditions made it hard to keep going but the boys did well.
Enzo Maresca has won the FIFA Club World Cup title and the Conference League title during the 2024/25 season.
FIFA Club World Cup 2025 Awards
FIFA Club World Cup 2025 Best Player of the Tournament: Cole Palmer (Chelsea)
Cole Palmer takes home the MOTM award after a brilliant brace in the final and assists Joa Pedro for the third goal of the night. Palmer also won the Golden Ball. Palmer’s efforts in the tournament also earned him the title of player of the tournament.
FIFA Club World Cup 2025 Best Goalkeeper: Robert Sanchez (Chelsea)
Robert Sanchez claimed the prestigious Golden Gloves award as the tournament's top goalkeeper. Despite conceding five goals across Chelsea's seven matches, his exceptional saves were instrumental in securing the Blues' FIFA Club World Cup triumph.
FIFA Club World Cup 2025 Best Young Player: Desire Doue (Paris Saint-Germain)
PSG's Désiré Doué claimed the Best Young Player award, offering a silver lining for both him and his club following a disappointing performance in the final.
FIFA Club World Cup 2025 Top Goalscorer: Gonzalo Garcia (Real Madrid) - 4 goals
Real Madrid's Gonzalo Garcia won the Golden Boot award after scoring the most goals in the competition (4).
How much money did Chelsea earn for winning the Club World Cup final?
According to official figures, the champion of the tournament will earn a staggering $125 million USD, making it the most lucrative prize in club football history. The breakdown includes
$40 million for winning the final
Up to $85 million in cumulative bonuses for advancing through each phase
The Blues are expected to take home a total that comes out to $153.66 million.
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