Chelsea Wins Club World Cup Amid Trump Controversy

Chelsea won the inaugural expanded 32-team FIFA Club World Cup with a 3-0 victory over Paris Saint-Germain at MetLife Stadium, led by Cole Palmer's standout performance. The celebrations were overshadowed by U.S. President Donald Trump's unexpected and prominent involvement, including presenting awards and lingering on stage during the trophy lift. Trump claimed in a DAZN interview that the original Club World Cup trophy would remain in the Oval Office, with Chelsea receiving a replica—a claim FIFA did not officially confirm. Lip readers captured Trump expressing admiration to Palmer and congratulating captain Reece James. His actions, including refusing to step aside during celebrations, went viral and drew mixed reactions from fans and media. The event highlighted both football's rising profile in the U.S. and the political spectacle surrounding major sports events.