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Chelsea Stuns Paris Saint-Germain in FIFA Club World Cup Final

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Chelsea FC defeated Paris Saint-Germain 3-0 in the FIFA Club World Cup final, with Cole Palmer scoring a brace and earning Michelob Ultra Superior Player of the Match and Player of the Tournament awards. The victory marked a remarkable comeback for Chelsea, who were written off by many before the game. Palmer's performance was hailed by his teammates, with Liam Delap describing him as "world-class" and Robert Sanchez calling him "the best in the world."

Key Takeaways:

  • Cole Palmer scored a brace, including a composed finish and a perfectly-weighted pass to Joao Pedro, in Chelsea's 3-0 win over Paris Saint-Germain in the FIFA Club World Cup final.
  • Palmer's performance was praised by his teammates, with Liam Delap and Robert Sanchez describing him as "world-class" and "the best in the world," respectively.
  • Malo Gusto noted that Palmer prefers to let his actions on the pitch speak for themselves, but has a good relationship with his teammates.
  • Palmer passed praise to his manager Enzo Maresca, crediting him with developing a game plan that the team executed successfully.
  • Sanchez believes that Paris Saint-Germain wrote off Chelsea before the game, and that the team's ability to capitalize on their chances ultimately led to their victory.
  • Delap noted that every player on the pitch had a role to play in the victory, and that the team's hunger and fight for every ball and challenge were key factors in their success.

Statistics:

  • Cole Palmer scored 2 goals in the FIFA Club World Cup final.
  • Joao Pedro scored 1 goal in the final, assisted by Palmer's perfectly-weighted pass.
  • Chelsea FC won the FIFA Club World Cup, their first title in the tournament.
  • The final attendance at MetLife Stadium in New York & New Jersey was not provided.
  • Paris Saint-Germain was bid $1.1 billion in 2020 for by Qatar Sports Investments
  • Chelsea FC have had an impressive season, with notable victories against Inter Milan, Atletico de Madrid, and Real Madrid C.F.

Sources:

  • Federation Internationale de Football Association (FIFA)
  • FIFA Club World Cup official website
  • England's Cole Palmer shines in FIFA Club World Cup final

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