Social Media Erupts as Chelsea Stuns PSG in Shocking Club World Cup Final Triumph
In an unexpected turn of events that caught nearly everyone off guard, Chelsea completely dominated Paris Saint-Germain in the FIFA Club World Cup final, crushing the tournament favorites 3–0 at MetLife Stadium.
PSG entered the Club World Cup final aiming to secure their fifth trophy of the 2024–25 campaign. Following their commanding 4–0 victory over Real Madrid in the semifinals, it appeared that this summer's expanded tournament was theirs for the taking as the reigning European champions.
However, it was Enzo Maresca's underdog Chelsea squad that rose to the occasion and delivered a spectacular performance in the summer's most significant match. Cole Palmer delivered a stunning first-half display, netting twice within the opening 30 minutes before assisting João Pedro's strike to establish a commanding 3–0 advantage by the break.
The second period featured less scoring action than the first, though both teams continued their efforts. Ultimately, the three-goal deficit proved insurmountable for PSG. When the final whistle blew, the Blues celebrated capturing their second Club World Cup championship.
Here's how supporters worldwide responded to the one-sided Club World Cup final.
Chelsea Launch with Explosive Beginning
Few anticipated Chelsea would outperform PSG in the Club World Cup final, yet the Blues dominated the Parisians from kickoff. Maresca's squad controlled the ball, pressed collectively, and capitalized on PSG's vulnerable defensive line.
Palmer almost opened the scoring within eight minutes at MetLife Stadium, though his curved attempt narrowly missed the target. Nevertheless, the attempt served as a warning for the defending European champions.
📸 - LOOK HOW HIGH CHELSEA ARE PRESSING!
THIS TEAM IS NOT AFRAID OF PSG! pic.twitter.com/6vUmxcOBEy
PSG Allow First Goal After 436 Minutes at Club World Cup
PSG arrived at the Club World Cup final riding an impressive defensive streak. Luis Enrique's squad had allowed only one goal across six matches before facing Chelsea; they also maintained three clean sheets during the knockout phase, shutting out Inter Miami, Bayern Munich and Real Madrid.
Palmer needed just 22 minutes to end PSG's remarkable run. The England star scored the opening goal with a trademark left-footed shot from outside the penalty area. This marked the first goal PSG had conceded in 436 minutes during this summer's competition.
COLE. PALMER. STRIKES. 💥
CHELSEA ARE IN FRONT! 🏆🔵
Into the bottom corner like a cold-blooded finisher 🔵🔥
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🥶🥶🥶 Palmer
palmer is aura farming like the kid on the boat wow man
Cole Palmer 🥶 Chelsea have been superb pic.twitter.com/B5eirK4D9K
Several users couldn't resist pointing out to Chelsea supporters that PSG's defense was without both Willian Pacho and Lucas Hernández due to suspensions.
Chelsea are lucky, PSG are missing Pacho, the best CB of this season. 💔 pic.twitter.com/xvDE4tJonO
defense without pacho pic.twitter.com/hnlzkBE98T
Willian Pacho's absence is really being felt
Cole Palmer Delivers Masterclass in Club World Cup Final
Palmer may have experienced a prolonged scoring slump during the second half of the 2024–25 season, but he appeared to have rediscovered his explosive form at MetLife Stadium. Just eight minutes after scoring Chelsea's opener, he struck again with an exceptional individual effort that produced an almost identical finish.
The 23-year-old then provided the assist for Pedro's goal just before halftime, contributing to three goals in 43 minutes against PSG.
Palmer now boasts eight goal contributions across six finals in his professional career. The attacking midfielder scored for Manchester City in the 2023 Community Shield and 2023 UEFA Super Cup, netted England's sole goal in the 2024 Euro final, recorded two assists in Chelsea's 2025 Conference League final triumph, and now contributed to all three Blues goals in the 2025 Club World Cup final.
Deja Vu Vibes! See his second Cole Palmer goal from ALL ANGLES 🎯🔥
It's like watching the first... but somehow colder 🧊
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Cole Palmer in finals 🤯
6 games
8 G/A pic.twitter.com/CLa7BjyjcO
Cole Jermaine Palmer beating the big game allegations against the best team in the world pic.twitter.com/b0AVRYWY0y
Palmer is the best big game player I've seen since… pic.twitter.com/UkzdSdgVEq
"Dad, who is Cole Palmer?" pic.twitter.com/sq1EG19Pcy
Ousmane Dembele Fails to Impact Match Against Chelsea
Following a remarkable season for PSG where he netted 35 goals in all competitions, Ousmane Dembélé was virtually invisible in the Club World Cup final. The French forward managed zero shots during the first half against Chelsea, created only one opportunity, and lost every duel.
I'm a bit worried PSG will turn things around if they bring on Dembele in the second half.
PSG are 3-0 down in the first half and "Ballon d'Or Dembele" is nowhere to be seen pic.twitter.com/uKQK2x4V6q
Dembele has pressed more balls than touches against Chelsea pic.twitter.com/fX2fr8Go8L
Dembélé showed improvement in the second half, yet he still couldn't make a meaningful impact on the match. Many supporters suggested that the striker's disappointing overall display opened the door for Barcelona's Lamine Yamal to re-enter the Ballon d'Or discussion.
Dembele giving Lamine the best possible birthday present. 💝
Dembele Ballon D'Or campaign is in jeopardy right now😂😂😂 pic.twitter.com/D7FNQYYBvG
pic.twitter.com/d9eXBJuQyl
PSG Depart MetLife Stadium in Humiliation
Despite PSG's remarkable season across both domestic and European competitions, they couldn't deliver against Chelsea. Allowing three goals while failing to score against the Premier League's fourth-placed team represents nothing less than a catastrophic failure for the current Champions League holders.
This loss doesn't diminish PSG's outstanding achievements in 2024–25, but it certainly leaves a sour taste for the French club; ultimately, Chelsea now return home as the crowned "best" team globally.
Ch3lsea https://t.co/nm5SbnHiJY
"dembele is pressing iron"
"doue is better than yamal"
"nuno mendes pocketed yamal"
"psg team vs fc barcelona 2011" pic.twitter.com/5ixo8ANq9T