Chelsea defeated Paris Saint-Germain 3–0 in the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup final at MetLife Stadium in the United States. The win earned them $114 million.
The prize covered all their matches and final victory. It shows how far the competition has evolved. The tournament’s $1 billion pool confirms its increasing commercial value.
FIFA gave each club daily support of $38,500 to handle travel, food, and lodging. Chelsea, however, spent almost twice that, choosing premium service over budget offers.
The club also avoided FIFA’s $15,000-a-day training allowance. They chose to strike an independent deal with Philadelphia Union, selecting their own training location.
Besides money, the win gave Chelsea a rare football record. They became the first to win all four major UEFA competitions along with two Club World Cups.
This rare achievement increased their global standing. It also opened doors for major sponsorships, better players, and stronger media visibility in growing markets.
Media coverage further strengthened Chelsea’s gains. DAZN paid €1 billion for global rights. This ensured the club received significant exposure across Europe, Asia, and the Americas.
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As the win came a year before the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Chelsea now enjoys heightened public attention. The timing worked in their favour.
Unlike past editions, this tournament paid more. In 2023, the winner got just $5 million. The 2025 format changed the game’s financial value completely.
The UEFA Champions League gives €9.6 million for the Round of 16. By contrast, Chelsea made over ten times that in just one tournament.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino called the new Club World Cup structure a breakthrough moment. Chelsea’s win now serves as proof of that claim.
They did not approach the tournament as a one-off event. They prepared for success, chose high standards, and turned their choices into clear advantages.
With proper planning, the club turned every stage into a tool for growth. The financial and reputational benefits came from controlled decisions.
Chelsea left with more than a trophy. They left with more value, more power, and more influence than when they arrived at the tournament.
