Chelsea Win FIFA Club World Cup After Stunning 3-0 Victory Over PSG
MetLife Stadium, New Jersey – Chelsea Football Club secured a commanding 3-0 victory over Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) to win the FIFA Club World Cup, with former U.S. President Donald Trump watching from the stands. Eyes Of Lagos reports,
PSG, the reigning European champions, were clear favorites going into the final but found themselves 3-0 down within 43 minutes, stunned by Chelsea’s clinical attack and resilient defense.
Cole Palmer Stars as Chelsea Take First-Half Control
England international Cole Palmer opened the scoring in the 22nd minute, curling a precise finish past Gianluigi Donnarumma. Just eight minutes later, he doubled Chelsea’s lead with an almost identical strike, showcasing his growing reputation on the world stage.
Before halftime, Palmer assisted Joao Pedro, who deftly chipped the PSG goalkeeper to give Chelsea a three-goal lead. The West London side entered the break firmly in control.
PSG Struggles and Red Card Drama
In the 53rd minute, Ousmane Dembele had PSG’s best chance to reduce the deficit, but his close-range shot was denied by a brilliant save from Chelsea keeper Robert Sanchez, who delivered a rock-solid performance throughout.
Things went from bad to worse for PSG when Joao Neves was sent off in the 85th minute after pulling Marc Cucurella’s hair, reducing the French side to 10 men.
Chelsea Fans Celebrate Historic Win
Joao Pedro received a standing ovation from Chelsea supporters when substituted in the 67th minute. His replacement, Liam Delap, nearly added a fourth goal with a powerful long-range effort that Donnarumma tipped away.
The win marks a major milestone for Chelsea as they lift the FIFA Club World Cup trophy in emphatic fashion.
📸 Notable Moment: Donald Trump Watches from the Stands
Adding to the spectacle, Donald Trump was spotted in the VIP section of MetLife Stadium, drawing attention from fans and media alike. The former U.S. President’s attendance added a surprising political twist to an otherwise football-focused night.