The Digest:
Cole Palmer delivered a sensational performance, scoring two goals and assisting another, as Chelsea clinched the inaugural FIFA Club World Cup title with a dominant 3-0 victory over European champions Paris Saint-Germain. Palmer's virtuoso display at MetLife Stadium led Enzo Maresca's side to Global Glory, making them the first winners of FIFA's revamped tournament.
Key Points:
- Cole Palmer was the undisputed star, scoring Chelsea's first two goals with clinical finishes and then setting up Joao Pedro for the third.
- Chelsea started strong and quickly established a 3-0 lead before halftime, showcasing an attacking prowess that dismantled PSG's defense.
- Goalkeeper Robert Sanchez earned a perfect 10/10 rating for his crucial saves, denying PSG's attempts to get back into the game and expertly initiating attacks with his distribution.
- Key contributions also came from Malo Gusto (assisting Palmer's opener), Trevoh Chalobah and Levi Colwill in defense, and Moises Caicedo, who was "absolutely everywhere" in midfield.
- Manager Enzo Maresca received a perfect rating for his tactical approach, which empowered Chelsea to press relentlessly and exploit PSG's weaknesses.
- This victory marks Chelsea as the first-ever champions of the revamped 32-team FIFA Club World Cup.
