Chelsea Claims Extended Club World Champions Status After 3-0 PSG Win

Chelsea's recent 3-0 victory over Paris Saint-Germain in the Club World Cup has sparked confidence within the team and management that they are ready to compete for and win the Premier League or Champions League as soon as the next season, according to defender Levi Colwill. This win, marking Chelsea as world champions for the next four years, is seen as a statement victory and the biggest trophy Colwill has won, with hopes that continued success will earn the team the recognition they deserve. Despite the triumph, Chelsea have not automatically qualified for the next Club World Cup tournament, as qualification is based on UEFA rankings and Champions League results, with runners-up PSG already confirmed for 2029. Chelsea's squad, praised for its young talent and team cohesion reminiscent of past club legends, is led by manager Enzo Maresca and co-owners Todd Boehly and Clearlake Capital, who have made significant investments since acquiring the club in 2022. The Club World Cup victory also earned Chelsea $125 million in prize money, highlighting the tournament's growing prestige despite some fans' skepticism. Experts like Steve Nicol have suggested that Chelsea can win the Premier League if they replicate the performance shown in the Club World Cup final.