Chelsea Crowned World Champions After Dominant Victory Over PSG
Chelsea 3-0 PSG: Club World Cup Glory Secured in Style
Chelsea delivered a statement performance on the world stage, dismantling Paris Saint-Germain 3-0 to lift the FIFA Club World Cup in New Jersey. With goals from Cole Palmer and João Pedro, the Blues became the first club in history to win every major competition available.
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🔵 Match Summary
Chelsea were in control from the opening whistle. Cole Palmer opened the scoring with a composed finish after a slick move initiated by Malo Gusto. Just minutes later, Palmer doubled the lead with a smart hesitation and clinical finish.
The third goal came on the brink of halftime, when João Pedro latched onto a precise pass and slotted home, capping a stunning first-half display.
PSG, who had looked sharp in previous rounds, couldn’t find a response and were reduced to 10 men late on after João Neves was sent off for violent conduct.
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🏆 Historic Achievement
With this victory, Chelsea have now won:
Premier League
FA Cup
EFL Cup
UEFA Champions League
UEFA Europa League
UEFA Conference League
Club World Cup
No other club has accomplished this feat, making this moment a landmark in the club’s history.
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🔥 Palmer’s Brilliance
Cole Palmer was undoubtedly the star of the night. The 22-year-old delivered a Man of the Match performance, scoring twice and assisting once. His sharp movement, creativity, and composure proved too much for PSG’s defense.
Manager Enzo Maresca praised his team’s discipline and intensity post-match, stating:
> “This is what Chelsea stands for—ambition, unity, and world-class football.”
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⚠️ Late Drama
Tensions flared after the final whistle, with PSG manager Luis Enrique grabbing João Pedro by the throat in a heated exchange. Security intervened quickly, but the moment added controversy to PSG’s frustrating night.
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📅 What’s Next?
Chelsea return to domestic duties in August, kicking off their Premier League campaign against Crystal Palace. With two trophies already secured under Maresca, fans will be eager to see if this success continues into the new season.