Chelsea's Palmer Shows Remarkable Skill in the FIFA Club World Cup Final
**Cole Palmer Shines in Chelsea's FIFA Club World Cup Triumph**
Cole Palmer, the 23-year-old forward for Chelsea, has proven himself to be a rising star in the world of football, following his exceptional performance in the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup Final against Paris Saint-Germain (PSG).
In a game that saw Chelsea turn the tables on their opponents and choke out potential attacks, transforming them into Chelsea threats, Palmer stood out with his goals and assists. His brace within an eight-minute span in the opening half, followed by an assist on one of Chelsea's goals, earned him the right to be mentioned alongside Kylian Mbappe, Erling Haaland, and Vinicius Junior, who were also featured in a Nike advertising campaign alongside him.
The performance against PSG was not Palmer's first impressive display. Earlier in 2025, he was named Man of the Match in the UEFA Conference League final after providing two assists, helping Chelsea become the first club to win all four major European competitions.
Palmer's accomplishments in the Premier League are equally impressive. He scored his 30th Premier League goal for Chelsea on 1 December 2024, making him the second-fastest Chelsea player to reach 30 league goals, behind Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink. He also set the Premier League record for most penalties scored without a miss, converting 12 out of 12 penalties, surpassing Yaya Touré’s previous record of 11.
Throughout 2024, Palmer broke the record for the most goal contributions (goals + assists) by a Chelsea player in a calendar year in the Premier League, surpassing Hasselbaink’s 36 in 2001. His finals record is exceptional, with a total of 8 goal contributions in career finals (goals and assists combined), including finals like the Community Shield, UEFA Super Cup, European Championships with England, Conference League, and Club World Cup.
Cole Palmer's exceptional form in 2025 earned him a nomination for the PFA Players' Player of the Year award. His achievements after the FIFA Club World Cup Final have only underlined his status as one of Chelsea’s and England’s brightest talents.
Enzo Maresca, Chelsea's head coach, felt that the team won the game in the first 10 minutes and set the tempo for the match. The team's performance was rewarded with a $40 million prize for winning the final, contributing to Chelsea's total earnings of $116 million for its participation in the tournament.
President Trump was present during Chelsea's celebrations, but Palmer was initially confused about his presence. Regardless, the young forward's performance in the FIFA Club World Cup Final contributed significantly to Chelsea's victory and the team's celebrations into the night.
[1] Source: BBC Sport [3] Source: The Guardian
In the realm of football and European-leagues such as the UEFA Champions League, Cole Palmer from Chelsea has shone, earning comparisons with top scorers like Kylian Mbappe, Erling Haaland, and Vinicius Junior. Through his goals and assists, he helped Chelsea triumph in the FIFA Club World Cup, also impressing in the Premier League.
Palmer's impressive finals record includes goal contributions in prestigious tournaments such as the Community Shield, UEFA Super Cup, European Championships with England, Conference League, and Club World Cup. His exceptional form in 2025 earned him a nomination for the PFA Players' Player of the Year award, further solidifying his status as a rising star in the sport.
