Chelsea Wins Inaugural Revamped Club World Cup

Chelsea defeated Paris Saint-Germain 3-0 at MetLife Stadium to win the inaugural edition of FIFA's revamped Club World Cup, with Cole Palmer scoring twice and assisting Joao Pedro. Palmer was named player of the match for his standout performance, highlighting his status as a decisive player in major fixtures. Chelsea coach Enzo Maresca credited a tactical strategy focused on early aggression and exploiting PSG's left flank for the team's dominance. Maresca described the victory as historic, suggesting the Club World Cup could rival or surpass the Champions League in importance. The win marks Chelsea's second major trophy under Maresca this season, underscoring the club's growth and adaptation after recent squad changes. Despite some criticism of the tournament's timing and relevance, Chelsea considers the triumph a major achievement.