Chelsea secured a decisive victory over Paris Saint-Germain in the Club World Championship final, triumphing with a 3-0 scoreline. The London-based team delivered a commanding performance, capitalizing on vulnerabilities in PSG’s defensive structure.
Cole Palmer proved pivotal, netting two goals, while Joao Pedro added a third with a deft chip over goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma. Despite a period of pressure exerted by PSG during the first half, the French side struggled to generate significant attacking opportunities.
Chelsea took the lead early on after a well-placed long ball from Malo Gusto found Palmer. Palmer then extended the advantage, again demonstrating his ability to penetrate the PSG defense. Pedro’s goal just before halftime effectively sealed the match for Chelsea. While PSG managed to create some chances, they were repeatedly thwarted by Chelsea’s goalkeeper, Robert Sanchez, who produced a series of impressive saves.
PSG attempted to increase the pressure in the second half but failed to produce clear-cut scoring opportunities. Chelsea maintained a resolute defense, limiting PSG’s ability to create meaningful attacks. Late in the match, Joao Neves received a red card, further impacting PSG’s prospects. The win marks a successful season for Chelsea, while PSG’s ambition of achieving a quadruple remains unfulfilled.