EAST RUTHERFORD. N.J. – Chelsea executed a game plan that quickly diminished Paris Saint-Germain’s threat, taking control of the match and scoring all their goals in the first half. Cole Palmer opened the scoring, netting two goals before Joao Pedro sealed the victory with a third goal, leading to a compelling 3-0 win.

“Going into the game straightaway, we set the tone,” Chelsea’s Levi Colwill remarked. “We pressed the life out of them… we gave everything and that’s what the scoreline reflects.”

Chelsea’s aggressive pressing and strategic possession allowed them to maintain control, even with only 34% overall ball possession. Their attacking efficiency was palpable, leading to a tally of 10 shots against PSG’s 8.

The match concluded with a heated moment, as PSG was frustrated, culminating in Joao Neves receiving a red card late in the game. The match was a crucial testament to Chelsea’s resilience and strategy under manager Enzo Maresca.

“I think PSG are a team that, you either press them high or you’ll be in trouble,” Maresca said post-match. “We knew we had to press them very intense…overall, our plan worked effectively.”

The win not only secured Chelsea the trophy but also symbolizes their emerging talent and dynamic playing style.