After weeks of global football action, the 2025 Club World Cup delivered a fitting finale as Chelsea clinched the trophy with a dominant win over PSG. Here’s the Team of the Tournament, led by key performers from around the globe.
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Goalkeeper: Robert Sanchez (Chelsea)
Sanchez was a formidable presence between the posts, making pivotal saves and anchoring Chelsea’s defence as they claimed global glory.
Right Back: Achraf Hakimi (PSG)
Hakimi provided both width and defensive stability for PSG, creating numerous chances while remaining reliable at the back.
Centre-Back: Thiago Silva (Fluminense)
Despite not reaching the final, Silva’s commanding defensive displays earned him a deserved spot, proving his worth even at the age of 40.
Centre-Back: Kalidou Koulibaly (Al‐Hilal)
Koulibaly anchored Al-Hilal’s defence and contributed key goals and assists, showing why he’s one of the tournament’s standout defenders.
Left Back: Nuno Mendes (PSG)
Mendes consistently supported PSG’s offensive play from the back, completing a full tournament of high-energy and quality performances.
Central Midfielder: Vitinha (PSG)
With balance and creativity, Vitinha controlled PSG’s engine room, playing a key role in their dominant knockout performances.
Central Midfielder: Moises Caicedo (Chelsea)
Caicedo anchored Chelsea’s midfield throughout the tournament, covering ground relentlessly, making crucial tackles and providing much-needed defensive cover.
Right-Winger: Cole Palmer (Chelsea)
Palmer was the tournament’s standout player, scoring two goals and setting up another in the final with effortless brilliance. He was named the Player of the Tournament.
Attacking Midfielder: Goncalo Garcia (Real Madrid)
As Real’s top scorer in the group games, García showed his attacking prowess, earning his place despite being eliminated in the semifinals.
Left-Winger: Ousmane Dembele (PSG)
Dembele’s vision and goals brought PSG’s attacking strategy to life, ensuring he featured in our XI.
Striker: Joao Pedro (Chelsea)
Despite only featuring in three matches, Pedro made an instant impact by scoring in both the semi-final and final, including the third goal against PSG.
