Chelsea Crushes PSG 3–0 to Win Club World Cup Final in Dominant Display

Chelsea claimed their first FIFA Club World Cup title in emphatic fashion on Sunday, defeating Paris Saint-Germain 3–0 at MetLife Stadium. A rapid first-half blitz, led by a sensational Cole Palmer brace, ensured the Blues lifted the trophy with authority in front of a capacity crowd.

Cole Palmer opened the scoring midway through the first half, finishing a well-placed low cross from Malo Gusto. Minutes later, Palmer struck again, this time curling a precise shot into the bottom corner after a quick combination with Nicolas Jackson. João Pedro added a third just before the break, effectively sealing the match.

Chelsea’s dominance in the first 45 minutes stunned PSG and set the tone for what would become a one-sided final.

PSG Falter Under Pressure

PSG, who had come into the match unbeaten in the Champions League, struggled to find their rhythm. Ousmane Dembélé was kept quiet, and Kylian Mbappé—closely marked throughout—rarely saw the ball in dangerous areas. Midfielder João Neves was sent off late in the second half for violent conduct, compounding an already difficult evening for the French champions.

Under new manager Enzo Maresca, Chelsea displayed a disciplined tactical structure. Goalkeeper Robert Sánchez was called into action several times in the second half, pulling off key saves to preserve the clean sheet. The team’s pressing and midfield control allowed little room for PSG to build any momentum.

Historic Win for the Blues

The victory marks a milestone for Chelsea, who now add the FIFA Club World Cup to their growing list of international honors. It also caps off a strong season for the club, which included winning the UEFA Conference League and securing Champions League qualification.

For Paris Saint-Germain, the loss marks a sobering end to an otherwise impressive campaign, and questions may now be raised about their readiness for global competition under Luis Enrique.

Final Score:
Chelsea 3 – Palmer (2), João Pedro
PSG 0

Chelsea will celebrate the win before preparing for the 2025–26 European season, while PSG will regroup and assess their strategy heading into a crucial summer.