Chelsea won the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup in a terrible final against PSG in New Jersey by 3-0. In addition, some players were acknowledged for their personal excellence on the day.
Chelsea dominate awards with Palmer, Sánchez leading
Cole Palmer was awarded Player of the Tournament as he got three goals and two assists for the campaign, including two goals in the final. His elegance, calmness and final-third quality were key to Chelsea’s journey to the trophy. Robert Sánchez also collected the Golden Glove after keeping three clean sheets and played important, faith-restoring behind-the scenes role in a near impenetrable defence from Chelsea, in critical moments between the sticks.
Another Chelsea man, Moisés Caicedo got the Bronze Ball, in recognition of the midfield powerhouse’s quality in all games. The Silver Ball was given to PSG’s Vitinha, who impressed with his range of passing as well as ball retention. PSG’s other winner was Désiré Doué for Best Young Player – Doué proved to be the standout young player of the tournament, an 18-year-old with poise and vision.
Real Madrid’s Gonzalo García was the top scorer with 4 goals with 1 assist in 6 games and he received the Golden Boot. In addition, his overall production was key in Madrid reaching the semifinals and announced his breakout season on the global stage.
Fair Play Award and complete honours list
The Fair Play Prize went to Bayern Munich whose behaviour and conduct were exemplary throughout the competition. The German squad didn’t even make it to the final but they played the cleanest and most consistent game.
Full List of Individual Award Winners:
- Golden Ball: Cole Palmer (Chelsea)
- Silver Ball: Vitinha (PSG)
- Bronze Ball: Moisés Caicedo (Chelsea)
- Golden Boot: Gonzalo García (Real Madrid)
- Golden Glove: Robert Sánchez (Chelsea)
- Best Young Player: Désiré Doué (PSG)
- Fair Play Award: Bayern Munich
In conclusion, Chelsea’s domination of top individual honours capped off a historic season for the London club and a crop of exciting young players.
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