Chelsea’s emphatic 3-0 victory over PSG in the Club World Cup final on July 13 was powered by more than just tactics — it was also fueled by a perceived disrespect from the French side.
According to The Times, during a FIFA-organized dinner on the eve of the final, PSG officials were overheard discussing celebration logistics — confidently assuming they would win the trophy. The news quickly reached Chelsea head coach Enzo Maresca, who made sure his players knew their opponents already considered the title theirs.
That extra spark of motivation translated into an electric performance, with Cole Palmer and his teammates sealing the win in the first half alone. PSG, led by Luis Enrique, were left stunned, while Chelsea were the ones arranging their title celebrations — not the Parisians.
The psychological edge delivered by Maresca’s timely message helped turn the final into a statement win for the London club, crowning them world champions and leaving PSG to settle for silver.
