Last updated on July 14, 2025
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Kevin De Bruyne’s final Manchester derby ended in a draw.
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Sometimes, football has a way of surprising us all — and Chelsea just gave us a blockbuster.
In what felt like a movie finale with fireworks, famous faces, and raw passion, Chelsea pulled off the unthinkable: they dismantled European champions PSG 3-0 to win the Club World Cup.
Against all odds. Against all expectations. And they did it in style.
Cole Palmer Was Icy Cold in the Heat of It All
If Cole Palmer ever doubted himself, he won’t anymore.
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The 22-year-old was pure magic — scoring two beautifully taken goals and setting up the third for Joao Pedro.
Calm, composed, fearless. This was his night, and he owned every moment of it.
Joao Pedro also deserves his flowers. Three games, three goals — including a cheeky dink over Donnarumma that all but sealed the deal.
It was the kind of performance that makes fans believe in fairytales again.
No One Gave Them a Chance — But Chelsea Didn’t Care
Let’s be honest. Most people expected PSG to win. They were the in-form juggernauts, full of stars, full of swagger.
Chelsea? They were the scrappy rebuild. The team still finding its feet.
But right from kickoff, it was clear something special was happening.
Chelsea pressed. They harassed. They believed.
And when Palmer scored the opener in the 22nd minute, the floodgates opened — not just on the pitch, but emotionally too.
The second came minutes later. Then the third. And suddenly, it felt real.
PSG Looked Rattled — and Then Lost the Plot
While Chelsea played with heart, PSG played like the pressure got to them. Missed chances. Poor decisions. Hot tempers.
The frustration boiled over when PSG midfielder Joao Neves literally pulled Cucurella’s hair in a moment of madness — earning a red card and giving Chelsea one last reason to smile.
By full-time, they weren’t just defeated — they were rattled, bruised, and outclassed.
Oh, and Trump Was There Too… Kinda Awkward
As if the match needed more spectacle, Donald Trump showed up.
He stood awkwardly near the players during the trophy lift, fresh off the one-year anniversary of his assassination attempt.
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Gianni Infantino was also front and center, trying to sprinkle some extra shine on FIFA’s controversial tournament.
But is thing is this — no amount of pyro or pop stars could steal this moment from Chelsea.
When the Final Whistle Blew, It Was Bigger Than a Win
This wasn’t just about lifting a trophy. This was about proving people wrong.
About fighting through noise and chaos and politics — and letting football do the talking.
Chelsea weren’t supposed to be here. And yet, here they are — world champions.
Reece James said it best: “Winning this against such good opposition sends a big statement.”
And it does. Not just to PSG or FIFA — but to everyone who doubted what this team could become.
What’s Next? Who Knows. But This Was a Night to Remember
There are bigger titles out there. Bigger stages. But this felt huge. For Palmer. For Maresca. For every Chelsea fan who’s been patient during the rebuild.
