Overview

• The Blues overwhelmed reigning European champions Paris Saint-Germain with a 3-0 victory at MetLife Stadium on July 13.
• Cole Palmer scored two goals and set up Joao Pedro’s strike to seal the win before halftime.
• Chelsea become the first champions of the expanded 32-team format after adding this trophy to their UEFA Conference League win and Premier League top-four finish.
• The month-long U.S.-based tournament served as a logistical trial for the 2026 World Cup, testing venue readiness and summer scheduling.
• Winning under FIFA’s new financial model earned Chelsea approximately $125 million in prize money.