After 63 thrilling matches, the revamped 2025 Club World Cup came to a close with Chelsea defeating Champions League winners PSG 3–0 in a stunning final. The victory marked Chelsea's second Club World Cup title and their most dominant performance in nearly two years—becoming the first team in 648 days to beat PSG by a three-goal margin.
The star of the match was undoubtedly Cole Palmer. The 22-year-old Englishman produced a phenomenal performance, scoring twice and assisting another, dismantling PSG’s defense almost single-handedly. His efforts earned him the Golden Ball, making him only the second English player after Wayne Rooney to win the award.
Goalkeeper Robert Sánchez was named Best Goalkeeper, while young talent Lesley Ugochukwu (Dewey) received the Best Young Player honor—capping off a tournament full of accolades for Chelsea.
Adding to the spectacle, U.S. President Donald Trump attended the post-match ceremony and personally handed the trophy and awards to the winners. Trump also unveiled the redesigned Club World Cup trophy prior to the tournament, making him a unique and active presence throughout the event.
With a record $1 billion prize pool, this Club World Cup became the richest tournament in football history. Chelsea took home more than $114 million, while runners-up PSG earned $106 million. Real Madrid and Fluminense secured $82.52 million and $60.82 million respectively, followed by Bayern Munich, Borussia Dortmund, and Manchester City.
This triumph is not just a title for Chelsea—it’s a statement of global dominance and a commercial leap forward. As the curtain falls on this historic tournament, Chelsea stands tall as the club that conquered the world.
