The English Premier League matches are back this weekend. After the international break players will now return to their respective clubs. We focus on the upcoming matches for the 11th and 12th Sept. weekend; where to watch, recent forms and much more.
To sum it up all, fans are up for a treat this weekend. Moreover, Cristiano Ronaldo will make his return to Old Trafford against Newcastle. Spurs would like to continue their winning run and hold the top spot at the table. Meanwhile, 20th placed Arsenal has a great chance to grab their first points at the Premier League as they face the 19th placed Norwich. On the other hand. Manchester City would like to take revenge for the community shield defeat against Leicester on Saturday.
Who is Olivia Smith? Arsenal are ready to pay the most expensive transfer fee for her
Arsenal FC Women are all set to pay the most expensive transfer fee in Women's football history to have the services of Olivia Smith, a 20-year-old Canadian forward from Liverpool.
UEFA Women's Champions League winners Arsenal are set to break all the past transfer fee records for 20-year-old Canadian forward from Liverpool, Olivia Smith. Smith is now on the verge of becoming the world's first women's player to break the ยฃ1m transfer fee record.
If the deal gets completed, Olivia Smith will break the record for the most expensive transfer fee in women's football history, beating the record of Naomi Girma, who was bought by Chelsea FC Women for ยฃ900,000.
Who is Olivia Smith?
Olivia Smith is a 20-year-old centre forward from Canada, born on August 5, 2004. Olivia started her football career in Ontario, Canada, playing youth soccer before joining college football in the United States at Penn State University.
Club career so far
Smith while playing for Liverpool FC Women in the 2024-25 season. Image | Liverpoolfc.com
To pursue her career in football, Smith left college early and joined Sporting CP in Portugal in 2023, where she played the first professional season of her career. After a sensational season with Sporting, where she netted 13 goals and produced nine assists in 18 league games.
Smith went on to win the Best Young Player and Revelation Player as Sporting finished second in the league, behind Benfica.
Her extraordinary skill as a teenager caught the eyes of Liverpool, and she was signed by the Reds in July 2024. In her first season in the Women's Super League, Smith scored 7 goals in 20 appearances. In the whole season for the Reds, she scored 9 times and provided an assist in 25 games.
Smith was even nominated for the WSL Player of the Year 2025 award. She was named the LFC Women's Player of the Season 2024/25.
Smith debuted for Canada at just 15 years and 94 days old, becoming her country's youngest player ever in 2019. She also played in the FIFA Women's World Cup 2023.
Till now, she has appeared 18 times for Canada, scoring 3 goals.
Why are Arsenal willing to pay the most expensive transfer fee for Olivia Smith?
Well, the truth is that Olivia Smith might find it hard to find a place in the playing XI for Arsenal FC Women. The UEFA Women's Champions League winners have Mariona Caldentey, Beth Mead, Alessia Russo and Chloe Kelly in the team, and this will make it very hard for Olivia to start in every game.
So, why are they willing to pay such a high amount for her?
Just like all the men's football teams in the world are thinking, the women's teams are also thinking the same. With Olivia Smith, Arsenal are thinking long-term goals, and that is why they are willing to pay big bucks for the Canadian.
"I don't necessarily know how easily she walks into that Arsenal team, obviously they won the Champions League last season, which makes them extremely lucrative, but they've got a great attacking threat already," Rachel Corsie, former Scotland captain, told BBC Radio 5 Live.
"It will be a challenge for her, but probably an addition for Arsenal that they'll expect is maybe one of those signings who could be at the club for a number of years," she added.
In the world of football, few clubs stand out like Chelsea FC. Their trophy cabinet tells a story of incredible success, proving that they have truly won it all!
With their recent UEFA Conference League 4-1 victory over Real Betis, Chelsea completed a historic sweep of all major UEFA titles, topping up with their 2nd FIFA Club World Cup title, all in 2025.
Here is trophy cabinet of Chelsea FC that defines their successful journey in the football world. Take a look.
European Royalty: Conquering the Continent
Chelsea FC lifting the trophy of UEFA Champions League 2021 after their 1-0 victory over Manchester City in the final. Image | Twitter
Chelsea have battled across the continent's most prestigious stages and won every major UEFA club trophy, a feat few clubs can claim.
Their crowning achivements including 2 UEFA Champions League titles, notable defeating Bayern Munich [1-1 (4-3 pens)] in 2012 and Manchester City (1-0) in 2021.
Beyond the Champions League, Chelsea also lifted the UEFA Europa League twice (2013, 2019), and the now-defunct UEFA Cup Winners' Cup in 1971, famously against Real Madrid in the replay, and also in 1998.
Additionally, two UEFA Super Cup victories (1998, 2021) further highlight their continental dominance.
The collection was completed with their 2025 UEFA Conference League triumph, where Chelsea FC beat Real Betis 4-1 in the final.
The domestic dominance of Chelsea FC
Chelsea lifting their second FA Cup title in 1997 after defeating Middlesbrough (2-1) in the final. Image | Facebook
Beyond their European conquests, they have also established as masters of England by securing highest domestic honors.
The Blues clinched the First Division/Premier League title and impress six times (1955, 2005, 2006, 2010, 2015, 2017) along with eightFA Cup victories (1970, 1997, 2000, 2007, 2009, 2010, 2012, 2018). This makes them the competition's most successful team.
Their domestic dominance also extends to League Cup, which they have won fivetimes in the following years: 1965, 1998, 2005, 2007, 2015.
Completing the Set: Global and Historic Honors
Chelsea FC lifting the FIFA Club World Cup trophy after their 2-1 victory over Palmeiras in 2021. Image | Wikipedia
Chelsea's trophy cabinet truly lives upto the "won it all" status by having a collection of unique, historical, and global titles.
The FIFA Club World Cup win over Palmeiras (2-1) in 2021, made them only London club to win the Champions League as well as the FIFA Club World Cup. More recently, they added their 2nd CWC title after a dominating 3-0 victory over PSG in 2025.
Further adding to their phenomenal collection are fourCharity/Community Shield triumphs (1955, 2000, 2005, 2009), which mark their traditional early-season dominance.
As we move down to the final count, Chelsea also holds two Full Members' Club Victories (1986, 1990).
FIFA Club World Cup: Past Winners, Top Scores, Most Successful teams
From champions to individual dominance, get the ultimate guide to the FIFA Club World Cup's history. Dive into a complete list of past winners, top scorers, most successful teams in this prestigious global tournament.
What does it truly mean to be a world champion club? The FIFA Club World Cup provides the answer, pitting the best against one another in a quest for global dominance.
As the 21st edition of Club World Cup concluded with Chelsea lifting the title after a dominating 3-0 victory over PSG, it is time to look back at the history of this tournament.
This article will explore all the past winners, top scorers, most successful teams, all at once.
FIFA Club World Cup: Past Winners
Chelsea FC celebrating their 2025 FIFA CWC win. Image | AP News
The FIFA Club World Cup, a tournament designed to crown the world's best club team, first took place in 2000. It then paused for several years, from 2001 through 2004, before returning as an annual event.
Now, 2025 marked the beginning of an entirely new era for the Club World Cup, featuring an expanded format and a fresh vision for global club football. Chelsea FC, with an incredibly successful campaign, stood victorious in this format.
Check out the past winners list below:
Year
Host
Winner
Score
Runners-up
2000
Brazil
Corinthians
0-0
(4-3 p)
Vasco da Gama
2005
Japan
Sao Paulo
1-0
Liverpool
2006
Japan
Internacional
1-0
Barcelona
2007
Japan
AC Milan
4-2
Boca Juniors
2008
Japan
Manchester United
1-0
LDU Quito
2009
United Arab Emirates
Barcelona
2-1
Estudiantes
2010
United Arab Emirates
Inter Milan
3-0
TP Mazembe
2011
Japan
Barcelona
4-0
Santos
2012
Japan
Corinthians
1-0
Chelsea
2013
Morocco
Bayern Munich
2-0
Raja CA
2014
Morocco
Real Madrid
2-0
San Lorenzo
2015
Japan
Barcelona
3-0
River Plate
2016
Japan
Real Madrid
4-2
Kashima Antlers
2017
United Arab Emirates
Real Madrid
1-0
Gremio
2018
United Arab Emirates
Real Madrid
4-1
Al-Ain
2019
Qatar
Liverpool
1-0
Flamengo
2020
Qatar
Bayern Munich
1-0
UANL
2021
United Arab Emirates
Chelsea
2-1
Palmeiras
2022
Morocco
Real Madrid
5-3
Al-Hilal
2023
Saudi Arabia
Manchester City
4-0
Fluminense
2025
United States
Chelsea
3-0
Paris Saint-Germain
FIFA Club World Cup: Top Scorers
Cristiano Ronaldo with FIFA CWC Golden Boot in 2016. Image | Eurosport
Here comes the elite list where individual dominance shines:
Player
Position
Teams
Seasons
Goals
Cristiano Ronaldo
Centre-Forward
Manchester United, Real Madrid
4
7
Karim Benzema
Centre-Forward
Real Madrid, Al-Ittihad
6
6
Luis Suarez
Centre-Forward
Barcelona, Inter Miami
2
6
Lionel Messi
Right Winger
Barcelona, Inter Miami
4
6
Gareth Bale
Right Winger
Real Madrid
3
6
Salem Al-Dawsari
Left Winger
Al-Hilal SFC
4
5
Cesar Delgado
Right Winger
CF Monterrey
3
5
Federico Valverde
Central Midfield
Real Madrid
3
5
FIFA Club World Cup: Most Successful Teams
Real Madrid celebrating their 5th CWC win in 2022. Image | ESPN India
Real Madrid holds the tag of most successful team in FIFA Club World Cup history with 5 titles. Check out the other clubs that follow:
Chelsea vs PSG, FIFA Club World Cup 2025 Final: Chelsea thrash PSG 3-0 to win Club World Cup 2025
Cole Palmer scored a brace while Joao Pedro scored once to help Chelsea FC beat PSG by 3-0 to clinch the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 title at MetLife Stadium.
Hello and welcome, everyone, to our final LIVE coverage of the 2024-25 football season. Tonight we have the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 final between English club Chelsea FC and French Champion, PSG.
Chelsea, the Premier League giants, reached the final after beating two Brazilian sides, Fluminense and Palmeiras, in the knockouts.
Meanwhile, the current Champions League winners, PSG, reached the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 final by smashing European giants like Bayern Munich and Real Madrid.
Chelsea are looking for their second trophy of the season after winning the UEFA Conference League. Meantime, PSG are looking for their fourth major trophy of the season, including the UEFA Champions League and Ligue 1 titles.
So, sit back and relax as I, Koushik Biswas, bring you all the LIVE updates of the Chelsea vs PSG, FIFA Club World Cup 2025 Final, LIVE from Sportz Point's Web Desk.
LIVE Updates
Jul 13, 2025, 9:34 PM
Special badge!
๐จ๐ต ๐๐ ๐ ๐๐๐๐๐ | Chelsea will now have an exclusive FIFA World Champions Badge on their kit until 2029. ๐๐ pic.twitter.com/ld8mn8YxIC
Enzo Maresca forced to play peacemaker at full-time after a brawl involving Gianluigi Donnarumma. Luis Enrique also involved in the melee. pic.twitter.com/QyAT6rvBSc
Barcola's attempted effort from the left was easily grabbed by Sanchez.
Jul 13, 2025, 9:00 PM
82' | Yellow card
Yellow card for Colwill.
Jul 13, 2025, 8:59 PM
80' | Another big save from Donnarumma
Delap found the better of Berlado and then wanted to go past Donnarumma. However, Donnarumma was clever her to block his second path and make the save.
Jul 13, 2025, 8:56 PM
77' | Double change for Chelsea
Out: Pedro Neto, James
In: Nkunku, Dewsbury-Hall
Jul 13, 2025, 8:54 PM
75' | Chance for Zaรฏre-Emery
Zaรฏre-Emery did well to enter the box but he took it too deep to find the angle from the byline.
Jul 13, 2025, 8:52 PM
73' | Triple change for PSG
In: Ramos, Mayulu, Zaรฏre-Emery
Out: Hakimi, Ruiz, Doue.
Jul 13, 2025, 8:51 PM
Donnarumma's save!
WHAT A SAVE! Delapโs shot beaten away by Donnarummaโs brilliance. Save of the tournament?๐ฅ
The first half in the Club World Cup final marked only the third time that Paris Saint-Germain conceded at least three goals in the first 43 minutes of a match since the start of the QSI ownership era in 2011.
โ The Athletic | Football (@TheAthleticFC) July 13, 2025
Jul 13, 2025, 8:27 PM
48' | Chance for PSG
Kvaratskhelia's shot was partially saved by Sanchez. Before anyone from PSG could take advantage, Gusto cleared the ball.
Jul 13, 2025, 8:26 PM
47' | Good start from PSG
Nuno Mendes, down the line on the left, made a good run and tried to find Fabian Ruiz with a toe-pass.
But after a deflection, Sanchez was able to make the save.
Jul 13, 2025, 8:24 PM
Second half starts!
PSG start with their long kick style.
Jul 13, 2025, 8:22 PM
This half-time show has delayed kick-off to the second half. PSG have just been stood around for a few minutes. Chelsea - maybe smartly - haven't come out.
Not quite sure why, but Pedro Neto gets the yellow card. Maybe for a dissent.
Jul 13, 2025, 7:43 PM
Already in the record book
๐จ๐จ| ๐ฅ๐๐๐ข๐ฅ๐: Cole Palmer is the ๐๐๐ฅ๐ฆ๐ง ever Englishman to score twice in a FIFA Club World Cup final. โฝ๏ธโฝ๏ธ
โ Paris Saint-Germain (@PSG_English) July 13, 2025
Jul 13, 2025, 7:22 PM
13' | PSG are getting their groove back
Doue and Dembele are linking up with Hakimi to build some momentum for PSG. Cucurella fould Doue, otherwise PSG could have gone for a good counter attack.
Starting XI: Robert Sรกnchez, Malo Gusto, Trevoh Chalobah, Levi Colwill, Marc Cucurella, Reece James, Moisรฉs Caicedo, Enzo Fernรกndez, Cole Palmer, Joรฃo Pedro.
Subs: Gabriel Sลonina, Mike Penders, Filip Jรธrgensen, Josh Acheampong, Tosin Adarabioyo, Aaron Anselmino, Mamadou Sarr, Romรฉo Lavia, Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall, Andrey Santos, Tyrique George, Nicolas Jackson, Liam Delap, Christopher Nkunku, Marc Guiu.
FIFA Club World Cup 2025 Final: Chelsea vs PSG Match Preview, Head-to-head, Streaming Details and Possible Lineups
With Chelsea looking to win their second trophy of the season and PSG eyeing a quadruple season ending, we bring you everything about the Chelsea vs PSG, FIFA Club World Cup 2025 Final.
We are now end of the 2024-25 football season as Chelsea get ready to face the UEFA Champions League winners PSG in the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 final tomorrow at Met Life Stadium in New York.
Chelsea, the Premier League giants, reached the final after beating two Brazilian sides, Fluminense and Palmeiras, in the knockouts. Meanwhile, the current Champions League winners, PSG, reached the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 final by smashing European giants like Bayern Munich and Real Madrid.
So, with both teams looking in good form, we bring you everything you need to know about Chelsea vs PSG, the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 final.
Match Details
Match: Chelsea vs PSG, the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 final
Date: 14th July, 2025
Time: 12.30 am IST
Venue: MetLife Stadium, New York.
How to watch the Chelsea vs PSG, FIFA Club World Cup Final in India?
You can watch the Chelsea vs PSG, FIFA Club World Cup 2025 Final on the Dazn app and website, which are the official broadcasters of the tournament.
Moreover, in India, you can watch the match on the FanCode App and Website. On television, fans can watch the match on Eurosport TV channels.
The last time Chelsea faced PSG, Thiago Silva scored a winner for PSG. Image | Chelsea.com
Team
Wins
Draws
Matches
Chelsea
2
5
10
Paris Saint-Germain
3
5
10
Team News and Current Form
Both teams have looked their best in the FIFA Club World Cup 2025. Enzo Maresca's Chelsea have been very attacking, while Luis Enrique's PSG have outsmarted every team in Europe.
Joao Pedro scored a stunning first-half goal for Chelsea in the FIFA Club World Cup semis. Image | Chelsea on X
Chelsea joined the tournament after winning the UEFA Conference League and ensuring their place in the UEFA Champions League 2025-26. Boosted with young talents at a high price, Maresca's young team has been a bit up and down throughout the season.
However, in the Club World Cup, they have shown good form, winning five matches from six to reach the final. Blues' new signing Joao Pedro showed how he can be the perfect solution to Chelsea's attacking issues, after scoring against his boyhood club Fluminense in the semis.
Chelsea players during their final training ahead of the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 final vs PSG. Image | Chelsea.com
Despite finishing only second in Group D, Chelsea did not have to face any European giant in the knockouts before the final. So, Maresca will have to adapt to PSG's European style of play, and it will surely be a tough job for him.
The good news for the London-based club is that their star midfielder, Moises Caicedo, has recovered from his ankle injury and was seen during training. So, he will be available for selection.
But Dario Essugo and Romeo Lavia will not be available due to muscular problems, along with Benoit Badiashile, who is also doubtful for the final. Noni Madueke is unlikely to play in between his transfer talks with Arsenal.
Recent form | Chelsea
Date
Competition
Opponent
Score
Result
09/07/25
FIFA Club World Cup
Fluminense
0-2
W
05/07/25
FIFA Club World Cup
Palmeiras
1-2
W
29/06/25
FIFA Club World Cup
Benfica
1-4
W
25/06/25
FIFA Club World Cup
Espรฉrance Tunis
0-3
W
20/06/25
FIFA Club World Cup
Flamengo
3-1
L
PSG
Dembele and Hakimi celebrating a goal against Real Madrid. Image | PSG.fr
The current Ligue 1 and UEFA Champions League winners have been the best team in the world this season. They have gone past anyone who has come in front of them.
Luis Enrique's team has shown that even without a big name like Kylian Mbappe, you can win trophies with tactics, execution and passion.
PSG, just like their opponent Chelsea, have won five out of six games in the FIFA Club World Cup. They surprisingly lost against Botafogo in the group stage, and thus had to face teams like Bayern Munich and Real Madrid en route to the final.
PSG star Nuno Mendes during the training ahead of FIFA Club World Cup 2025 final against Chelsea. Image | PSG.fr
Against Bayern, they registered a 2-0 victory and then went on to smash Real Madrid 4-0 in the semis. Fabian Ruiz scored a brace and Ousmane Dembele scored, asisted and pre-assisted to announce he is ready to win the Ballon d'Or 2025.
Goncalo Ramos also scored during the dying minutes of the match.
In terms of injury news and availability, Willian Pacho and Lucas Hernandez will miss the final after receiving red cards in the quarters. Other than that, there are no injury concerns for them.
Recent Form | PSG
Date
Competition
Opponent
Score
Result
10/07/25
FIFA Club World Cup
Real Madrid
4-0
W
05/07/25
FIFA Club World Cup
FC Bayern Mรผnchen
2-0
W
29/06/25
FIFA Club World Cup
Inter Miami CF
4-0
W
24/06/25
FIFA Club World Cup
Seattle Sounders FC
0-2
W
20/06/25
FIFA Club World Cup
Botafogo
0-1
L
Chelsea vs PSG: Possible Lineups
Chelsea: R. Sรกnchez, M. Gusto, T. Chalobah, T. Adarabioyo, M. Cucurella, C. Palmer, M. Caicedo, E. Fernรกndez, C. Nkunku, J. Pedro, P. Neto.