On July 13, 2025, Chelsea vs PSG lit up MetLife Stadium in the FIFA Club World Cup final, with the Blues securing a commanding 3-0 victory. Cole Palmer stole the show, scoring twice and assisting João Pedro before halftime. The result crowned Chelsea as world champions in a performance that will be remembered for years.
The Chelsea vs PSG FIFA Club World Cup 2025 final brought together two football powerhouses in a clash that exceeded expectations. Facing an unbeaten PSG, Chelsea delivered a tactical masterclass that dismantled their possession-heavy game. The match was made even more memorable by the surprise appearance of former U.S. President Donald Trump, who presented medals and the trophy to the Chelsea squad. With Cole Palmer’s brace and João Pedro’s clinical finish, the Blues dominated from start to finish, sealing an emphatic title win.
Chelsea vs PSG FIFA World Cup
The FIFA Club World Cup Final was hosted at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, where Chelsea played the fierce PSG unbeaten squad. The game kicked off in the first half with Chelsea taking the lead in the 22nd minute by Cole Palmer. He did not stop there, in the 30th minute, he netted a 2nd goal, making a 2-goal advantage by the 30th minute. Palmer’s unbeatable form made an attractive run towards the PSG goal, assisting Joao Pedro to the 3rd goal by Chelsea in the 43rd minute. The game ended with a 3-0 result, with Chelsea winning the competition.
Chelsea vs PSG head-to-head
| Club | Wins | Draws | Goals |
| Chelsea | 2 | 3 | 11 |
| PSG | 3 | 10 |
Team form
Chelsea’s team form
| Fixture | Results | Date played |
| Chelsea vs PSG | 3-0 | 13 Jul 2025 |
| Chelsea vs Fluminense | 2-0 | 8 Jul 2025 |
| Chelsea vs Palmeiras | 2-1 | 5 Jul 2025 |
| Chelsea vs Benfica | 4-1 | 28 Jul 2025 |
| Chelsea vs ES Tunis | 3-0 | 25 Jun 2025 |
| Chelsea vs Flamengo | 1-2 | 20 Jun 2025 |
PSG
| FIxture | Results | Date Played |
| PSG vs Chelsea | 3-0 | 13 Jul 2025 |
| PSG vs Real Madrid | 4-0 | 9 Jul 2025 |
| PSG vs Bayern | 2-0 | 5 Jul 2025 |
| PSG vs Inter Miami CF | 4-0 | 29 Jun 2025 |
| PSG vs Seattle(A) | 2-0 | 23 Jun 2025 |
| PSG vs Botafogo | 0-1 | 20 Jun 2025 |
What happened to PSG at the World Club Final?
The 32-team tournament concluded with Chelsea lifting the trophy over the distraught PSG, who hoped this would be their year. A lot of 50/50 decisions went against PSG, not forgetting the 85th-minute sending off by Joao Neves. PSG had the most possession, but Chelsea proved that possession may not matter as they managed to dominate the match till the final whistle, maintaining a clean sheet.
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Highest rated players
| Player Ratings | Club | Nationality | |
| Cole Palmer | 4.7 | Chelsea | England |
| Joao Pedro | 4.3 | Chelsea | Brazil |
| Robert Sanchez | 4.2 | Chelsea | Spain |
| Moise’s Caicedo | 4.2 | Chelsea | Ecuador |
| Enzo Fernandez | 4.0 | Chelsea | Argentina |
| Pedro Neto | 3.9 | Chelsea | Portugal |
| Reece James | 3.9 | Chelsea | England |
| Malo Gusto | 3.9 | Chelsea | France |
| Trevor Chalobah | 3.7 | Chelsea | England |
| Levi Colwill | 3.7 | Chelsea | England |
| Marc Cucurella | 3.6 | Chelsea | Spain |
| Achraf Hakimi | 3.5 | PSG | Spain |
| Desire Doue | 3.3 | PSG | France |
Chelsea vs PSG live score
This table shows Chelsea vs PSG live match results for the game player on July 13, 2025
| Chelsea | PSG |
| 3 | 0 |
| Scorers | |
| João Pedro 43′ Cole Palmer 30′, 22 | – |
Chelsea vs PSG lineups
Chelsea
| Position | Jersey Number | Player |
| Goalkeeper | 1 | Robert Sanchez |
| Defenders | 23 | Trevoh Chalobah |
| 6 | Levi Colwill | |
| 3 | Marc Cucurella | |
| 27 | Malo Gusto | |
| Midfielders | 25 | Moises Caicedo |
| 8 | Enzo Fernandez | |
| 24 | Reece James | |
| Strickers | 10 | Cole Palmer |
| 20 | Joao Pedro | |
| 7 | Pedro Neto | |
| Substitutes | 12 | Filip Jorgensen |
| 39 | Mike Penders | |
| 44 | Gaga Slonina | |
| 34 | Josh Ko Acheampong | |
| 4 | Tosin Adarabioyo | |
| 19 | Mamadou Sarr | |
| 30 | Aaron Anselmino | |
| 45 | Romeo Lvia | |
| 17 | Andrey Santos | |
| 22 | Kienan Dewbury- Hall |
PSG squad
| Position | Jersey number | Player |
| Goalkeeper | 1 | Gianluigi Donnarumma |
| Defenders | 4 | Beraldo |
| 5 | Marquinhos | |
| 2 | Achraf Hakimi | |
| 25 | Nuno Mendes | |
| Midfielder | 87 | Joao Neves |
| 17 | Vitinha | |
| 8 | Fabian Ruiz | |
| Forwards | 14 | Desire Doue |
| 10 | Ousmane Dembele | |
| 7 | Khvicha Krarastskhella | |
| Substitutes | 43 | Noham Kamara |
| 33 | Warren Zaire-Emery | |
| 19 | Lee Kang-in | |
| 29 | Bradley Barcola | |
| 80 | Arnau Tenas |
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Match Statistics
| Chelsea | Squad statistics | PSG |
| 10 | Shots | 8 |
| 5 | Shots on target | 6 |
| 33% | Possession | 67% |
| 301 | Passes | 601 |
| 80% | Pass accuracy | 90% |
| 15 | Fouls | 12 |
| 4 | Yellow cards | 2 |
| 0 | Red cards | 1 |
| 3 | Offsides | 2 |
| 3 | Corners | 5 |
How Enzo Maresca’s tactical masterclass outperformed Luis Enrique’s coaching class
PSG have a possession system that most teams have failed, but Maresca aimed at letting the game be as transitional as possible, never allowing Paris Saint Germain to enjoy spells of possession. Off PSG goal kicks, they pressed high to rush them into rush play or long balls. When defending deeper, Chelsea formed a 5-4-1 block with high press at the front by attackers to disrupt the rhyme and long passes.
They attacked key pieces of PSG’s identity, the fluid wing rotation, the overloads, aggressive press, and flipped it against PSG, earning a solid 3-0 win.
Where to watch the Chelsea vs PSG World Club Final match
If you’re looking for where to watch Chelsea vs PSG in Kenya, the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup final took place on Sunday, July 13, at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey. Kenyan fans were able to watch it live on SuperSport via DStv or stream it through the DStv Stream app. If you missed the match, Chelsea vs PSG highlights are available on YouTube, and full match repeats can be found on DStv channels via live streaming.
How did Chelsea react after winning the cup?
The result was never in doubt; Chelsea was about to win another competition before winning the UEFA Conference League against Real Betis. The crowd went wild all through till the final whistle. The Chelsea community was never happier after defeating PSG with a comfortable lead. Celebrations took place on the pitch where they received medals and were awarded the club world cup trophy.
Players’ words after the match
Cole Palmer was the star boy in the match. He got the man of the match and had a lot to say in the post-match interview.
- Cole Palmer,
“Obviously, it’s a great feeling. Even better because obviously everyone doubted us before the game. But to go out there and put a fight on, like we did against a great team, is good.
I like finals and it happened again. The gaffer put a great game plan out. He knew where the space was going to be. I just had to repay him and score some goals. He’s building something special. Something important. I feel like we are going in the right direction…”
- Romeo Lavia
“I feel amazing. All our hard work paid off and now you know we are the best team in the world”
- Liam Delap
“It is incredible to be a world cup winner. It’s such a special feeling, you know we dream of moments like this growing up and to put on a performance like that today is special. We deserved it…”
Who was the World Cup’s best player?
Cole Palmer, a 23-year-old attacking midfielder for Chelsea, won the Golden Ball as the best player of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup after an exceptional final, scoring twice and assisting another in their 3-0 win over PSG. Playing in a creative and goal-scoring role, he was instrumental throughout the tournament, delivering key goals and assists that drove Chelsea to a historic title. These decisive contributions on the biggest stage make him the clear standout of the competition.
Chelsea lifts the Gold with Donald Trump while celebrating their win against PSG
After Chelsea’s 3-0 win over Paris Saint-Germain in the Club World Cup final, the U.S.A President Donald Trump unexpectedly joined the celebrations. He handed out medals, presented the trophy, and stayed on stage, leaving several players, including Cole Palmer and Reece James, visibly puzzled. While Eric Trump later claimed his father was invited as a mark of honor, the team’s reactions hinted at surprise rather than planning.
FAQs about Chelsea vs PSG
How did Chelsea win against PSG?
Chelsea defeated Paris Saint-Germain 3-0 in the Club World Cup final thanks to Cole Palmer’s first-half brace, followed by a cleverly assisted finish for João Pedro, executing an aggressive, well-structured game plan that overwhelmed PSG’s defense .
Who won the 2025 Club World Cup?
Chelsea emerged victorious in the FIFA Club World Cup match with a 3-0 win against PSG.
Who has beaten Chelsea the most?
Liverpool have defeated Chelsea more times in league history than any other team, winning 72 out of 164 matches.
Conclusion
The Chelsea vs PSG FIFA World Cup final match will go down as one of the most decisive finals in recent FIFA Club World Cup history. Chelsea’s tactical discipline, led by Enzo Maresca’s master plan and Cole Palmer’s brilliance, proved too much for PSG to handle. This victory not only added another major trophy to Chelsea’s collection but also cemented their place among the world’s elite clubs. For fans, the Chelsea vs PSG final on July 13, 2025, was more than a match—it was a statement of global dominance.
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