**Chelsea and PSG Set to Receive Mammoth Payouts in Club World Cup Final**
Chelsea are on the cusp of both footballing glory and a substantial financial reward as they prepare to face Paris Saint-Germain in the final of the newly restructured FIFA Club World Cup this Sunday. The highly anticipated match not only offers the chance to be crowned world champions, but also the opportunity for both clubs to boost their finances after an intensive month-long campaign.
Since its expansion to a 32-team format, the Club World Cup has attracted a more diverse range of elite teams and a significant increase in prize money. For Chelsea, this tournament has presented yet another avenue to reinforce their international stature, and for manager Enzo Maresca, a maiden world title for the club is just within reach if they can overcome PSG, the reigning European champions.
In terms of financial stakes, this year’s Club World Cup has set new benchmarks. FIFA has allocated a record total of £774 million to be distributed among the 32 participating teams. Each team received a participation fee, with European clubs enjoying the largest share – figures reportedly ranging from $12.8 million to as much as $38.2 million. Sources indicate Chelsea’s starting share was at the higher end of that scale.
The English side’s progress in the tournament has been lucrative at every stage. Victories in the group stage added an extra $4 million to Chelsea’s coffers, followed by an additional $7.5 million for advancing to the last 16. Defeating Benfica in the quarter-finals secured another $13.125 million, and a triumph over South American champions Palmeiras netted $21 million more. The momentum continued as they overcame Fluminense in the semi-final, guaranteeing a minimum payout of $30 million for securing a place in the final.
As a result, Chelsea’s total earnings for their efforts so far have soared to a remarkable $113.81 million, which translates to approximately £83.7 million. This windfall could prove crucial in offsetting the club’s recent expenditure, with reports indicating they have splashed out over £200 million on transfers during the summer window alone.
However, the prospect of more prize money is still alive. By reaching the final, Chelsea and PSG have each ensured a further $30 million payout. Yet, what is at stake on Sunday is an even larger slice of the pie: should Chelsea emerge victorious, they stand to earn a champion’s bonus worth $40 million, which is about £29.45 million based on current exchange rates.
A Chelsea win, therefore, would bring their total tournament earnings to $115.81 million (roughly £85.26 million). Paris Saint-Germain, meanwhile, have already matched Chelsea’s financial gains thus far and have just as much on the line in terms of both prestige and prize money.
The expansion of the Club World Cup and its associated prize pot has not gone unnoticed. Football finance experts suggest this signals a shift in FIFA’s approach to club competitions, boosting the appeal for major teams to take the event seriously, while potentially increasing the competitive balance by giving more financial muscle to clubs outside Europe’s traditional elite.
Fans will have the chance to follow the action live and free of charge by registering with streaming service DAZN, which is broadcasting all 63 matches from the tournament. This accessibility, combined with the mouth-watering sums on offer, has amplified global interest in the final.
As anticipation builds, both Chelsea and PSG will be eyeing more than just a trophy. With immense financial stakes, Sunday’s final will be a defining moment – both on the pitch and in the boardroom – for whichever club manages to hoist the Club World Cup trophy at the end of a footballing marathon.