Chelsea Clinches Club World Cup Title Amid Post‑Match Brawl
CHELSEA, NJ — Chelsea FC secured a dominant 3–0 victory over Paris Saint‑Germain (PSG) to win the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup at MetLife Stadium on July 13. The win capped an impressive campaign, with Cole Palmer netting a brace and assisting João Pedro’s goal, earning him the Golden Ball as tournament MVP .
Despite the on-field excellence, the match ended in controversy. Late in the second half, PSG’s João Neves was shown a red card after grabbing Marc Cucurella by the hair, confirmed via VAR . Tempers spilled over at full-time when PSG coach Luis Enrique intervened in a confrontation between his players and Chelsea’s João Pedro. Multiple sources report Enrique slapped or shoved Pedro on the pitch, triggering a wider brawl involving players and staff .
Enzo Maresca, Chelsea’s manager, acted swiftly to calm the chaos. Meanwhile, Enrique later expressed regret, insisting his intention was to de-escalate tensions — though he admitted the incident “shouldn’t have happened” . FIFA has launched a disciplinary investigation, and Enrique may face a coaching ban for his actions .
Amid the drama, the match drew a crowd of over 81,000 and featured a presentation hosted by former U.S. President Donald Trump, who briefly held the trophy onstage .
Overall, Chelsea’s emphatic performance showcased their growing squad depth and tactical maturity. But the post-match skirmish threatens to overshadow their triumph as disciplinary proceedings unfold.
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