Chelsea delivered a masterclass performance to defeat Paris Saint-Germain 3-0 in the Club World Cup 2025 final on Sunday, claiming their second major trophy in as many months.
Despite entering the match as underdogs against the Ligue 1 and Champions League winners, the Blues dominated from the opening whistle at the MetLife Stadium with a stunning first-half display.
England international Cole Palmer proved to be the catalyst for Chelsea's victory, scoring two nearly identical curling shots from the right side of the penalty area to put his team firmly in control.
Palmer wasn't finished with just scoring, as he then turned provider with a precise through ball that João Pedro converted for Chelsea's third goal. The strike marked Pedro's third goal of the tournament since joining the London club.
The second half saw Enzo Maresca's men maintain their defensive discipline, preserving the clean sheet and securing the prestigious Club World Cup trophy to add to the UEFA Conference League title they won last month.
For PSG, the defeat ends their dreams of an unprecedented sextuple of trophies. However, the French champions will have an opportunity for redemption when they face Tottenham in next month's UEFA Super Cup.
Chelsea's tactical approach appeared to perfectly neutralize PSG's attacking threats, with Maresca's game plan executed flawlessly by his players on the global stage.
The victory represents a significant achievement for Chelsea under their new manager, with the club now holding two international trophies and showing promising signs for the upcoming Premier League season.
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