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Hindustan Times
13-07-2025
- Business
- Hindustan Times
FIFA Club World Cup 2025: Which teams are in the finals and how much money does the winner take home?
FIFA Club World Cup 2025: The most profitable football competition in history is set for a spectacular climax as FIFA's 2025 Club World Cup makes its way to its final in the US on Sunday. The FIFA Club World Cup 2025 final between Chelsea and Paris Saint-Germain will take place at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey FIFA Club World Cup - Final - Chelsea fans gather ahead of Chelsea v Paris St Germain - The Football Factory, New York, U.S. - July 12, 2025 Former Chelsea player Claude Makelele gather with fans ahead of the FIFA Club World Cup Final REUTERS/Hannah Mckay(REUTERS) The top-ranked teams from their continents over the previous four years have been reduced to the final two in the 32-team edition. Just for getting this far, both teams have already received enormous payday, but winning the trophy might lead to an even bigger payout that could influence their summer transfer intentions. FIFA Club World Cup 2025: How much money has Chelsea made so far? Chelsea has gradually accumulated a sizable prize fund throughout the course of the competition. They earned $4 million in the group stage after winning two games and losing one in Group D. Making it to the round of 16 made them earn an additional $7.5 million. Their hard-fought victory over Palmeiras rewarded them an extra $21 million, while defeating Benfica to reach the quarterfinals helped them fetch $13.125 million. They even grabbed $30 million after a resounding semifinal victory over Fluminense. The Blues have earned $89.5 million total, including their fixed participation fee. Also Read: Trump and Melania to attend FIFA Club World Cup final amid anniversary of assassination attempt FIFA Club World Cup 2025: How much has PSG made so far? Meanwhile, Paris Saint-Germain has made a significant profit, with $13.125 million for defeating Inter Miami, $21 million for beating Bayern Munich, $7.5 million for making it to the round of 16, $4 million for winning the group stage, and $30 million for upsetting Real Madrid for making it to the final. The Parisians have earned$107.7 million thanks to those performances and the participation incentive. How much money does FIFA Club World Cup winner take home? The new FIFA Club World Cup format offers more financial rewards. An additional $40 million prize will be presented to the winning team. In other words, if PSG wins, their combined earnings will soar to an incredible $147.7 million. Chelsea will receive $129.5 million if they win the final battle.
Yahoo
09-07-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Five of the best players to have played for Real Madrid and PSG
Five of the best players to have played for Real Madrid and PSG Real Madrid and Paris Saint-Germain renew rivalries this week, a clash between European football's most successful side and a very modern superpower. The two teams go head-to-head in the FIFA Club World Cup semi-finals tonight, with a place in Sunday's decider at stake. Advertisement Some illustrious names have represented both clubs in the modern era and we've decided to celebrate some of the best. Ahead of their meeting, we look at five of the best players to have played for both Real Madrid and Paris Saint-Germain. Five who played for both: Real Madrid and Paris Saint-Germain Claude Makelele Described as the engine of Real Madrid by former teammate Zinedine Zidane, Claude Makelele was the under-appreciated glue holding together the club's Galactico side of the early 2000s. The France international signed for Real Madrid from Celta Vigo and enjoyed a successful spell in the Spanish capital, making 140 appearances and winning two La Liga titles and the Champions League. Advertisement He was allowed to leave for a billionaire-backed Chelsea as Real Madrid made room for the arrival of David Beckham, a decision Los Blancos regretted as the club went three seasons without a La Liga trophy. Makelele starred as Chelsea emerged as a dominant force in the Premier League, winning back-to-back titles under the management of Jose Mourinho and providing the defensive screen that allowed the likes of Frank Lampard and Michael Essien to flourish. After five seasons with Chelsea he ended his career with a spell at Paris Saint-Germain, helping the Parisians to Coupe de France success in 2009/10 before the club's transformative takeover. Advertisement David Beckham David Beckham became Real Madrid's latest Galactico signing after joining from Manchester United, the midfielder joining an extensive list of superstar signings that included Luis Figo, Zinedine Zidane and Ronaldo. Beckham had become one of the most recognisable people on the planet during his time in England, winning six league titles and the Champions League among his 10 major trophies at Old Trafford. The former England captain's time with Real Madrid failed to provide the success first anticipated, however, his sole honour coming in his final season with the club as Los Blancos won La Liga in 2006/07. Advertisement Beckham made 155 appearances for Real Madrid and scored 20 goals before departing for MLS, signing for LA Galaxy. His time with the American side included loan returns to Europe, twice with AC Milan before he finished his career with a short spell at Paris Saint-Germain. He made 14 appearances for the French side and added a Ligue 1 winners' medal to his extensive collection of silverware. Angel Di Maria Angel Di Maria enjoyed a fine period in the all-white colours of Spain's most successful side. Di Maria signed for Real Madrid from Benfica in a €25m deal in 2010 and soon became an important figure in the side, providing creativity and goal threat from wide. Advertisement He scored 36 goals and provided 85 assists in 190 appearances for Los Blancos, winning a La Liga title, two Copa del Rey trophies, a Champions League and the UEFA Super Cup. The Argentina international was surprisingly allowed to leave following the club's La Decima triumph in 2013/14, signing for Manchester United in a British transfer record deal. The move proved ill-fated, however, and he signed for PSG after just one season in England. In Paris, the winger rediscovered his best form. Across six seasons he won 19 trophies and holds the records for the most assists in club history, and the most assists in a single season. Advertisement Sergio Ramos One of the greatest players in Real Madrid's history, Sergio Ramos was the leader behind a golden period at the Bernabeu. Ramos spent 15 seasons with Real Madrid and made 671 appearances, with only three players having ever represented the Spanish side on more occasions. His list of accolades includes five league titles and four Champions League trophies, forging a reputation as a big-game player with goals in Champions League final wins over Atletico Madrid in 2014 and 2016. Ramos – the most capped Spanish footballer of all-time with 180 appearances for La Roja – brought an end to his career with Real Madrid in 2021, signing for PSG on a free transfer. Advertisement He made 58 appearances over two seasons, scoring six times, and won back-to-back Ligue 1 titles. Kylian Mbappe Kylian Mbappe will face his former side tonight with a score to settle. After an exhilarating emergence at AS Monaco, Mbappe moved to Paris Saint-Germain for a fee of £163m to become the second-most expensive footballer ever in 2017. Despite the huge fee, the French forward lived up to expectations during a record-breaking spell in Paris. He scored a club-record 256 goals in 308 games for the Parisians, during a period that delivered six Ligue 1 titles, six leading scorer accolades, and five Ligue 1 Player of the Year awards. Advertisement A phenomenal period came to a close in 2024, when Mbappe departed for Real Madrid on a free transfer. Though his debut season ended without the team honours craved, on a personnel level Mbappe thrived. He netted 44 goals in all competitions in 2024/25 and won the European Golden Shoe for the first time. Read – Five of the best players to play for both Liverpool and Inter Milan Read Also – Iconic Duos: The Fantasista and The Predator, Del Piero & Inzaghi Follow The Football Faithful on Social Media: Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | YouTube | TikTok
BBC News
17-06-2025
- Entertainment
- BBC News
When Mourinho's Chelsea became the 'special' club
In this weeks episode, BBC Radio 5 Live's Football Daily podcast takes a look at the 2004/05 Premier League season when Jose Mourinho delivered Chelsea their first league title in 50 Chapman, Chris Sutton and Rory Smith look back on Mourinho's debut season and hear from midfielder Claude Makelele on his role within the team. Sir Alex Ferguson also offers his take on his rivalry with the Chelsea to the full episode on BBC Sounds
Yahoo
01-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
'In two years' – Claude Makelele agrees with John Terry as he makes major Chelsea claim
'In two years' – Claude Makelele agrees with John Terry as he makes major Chelsea claim Former Chelsea star Claude Makelele believes the Blues can compete for the Premier League title in two years time. Enzo Maresca has overseen a successful first season in charge as he guided Chelsea back to the Champions League with a fourth place finish. Advertisement The Italian also guided the Blues to Conference League glory, their first trophy under the Todd Boehly and Clearlake Capital ownership. Makelele backs Chelsea to challenge for the title in two years Attention now turns to the Club World Cup with Chelsea set to face Los Angeles FC in their first game on June 16th in Atlanta. Chelsea expect Enzo Maresca to go on a deep run in the competition, but what fans really want to see is the Blues back challenging for the league title. Makelele thinks Chelsea can challenge for the Premier League in two years. (Photo by) Chelsea haven't won the league since 2017 under Antonio Conte and during that period they've haven't even got close. The Blues face a critical summer and if they get their recruitment right they could put themselves in a position to challenge. Advertisement A deal has been agreed for Liam Delap, but the Blues will need more and club legend Makelele feels it could be two years until they challenge for the league. 'I think in two years Chelsea will compete for the Premier League,' he said as cited on John Terry has also previously stated he thinks the Blues are a couple of years away from challenging the likes of Manchester City and Liverpool. Blues need reinforcements This summer is arguably the most important under the new ownership with several of the top teams going through rebuilds. More Stories / Latest News 'In two years' – Claude Makelele agrees with John Terry as he makes major Chelsea claim Advertisement 1st Jun 2025, 11:30am Official: Chelsea's opponents for first Club World Cup match finally confirmed 1st Jun 2025, 11:00am 'Medical today' – Chelsea close in on first summer signing after latest Ben Jacobs update 1st Jun 2025, 10:30am Chelsea have got the bulk of their squad in place and two or three top quality additions in key areas could put Maresca's men in a really strong position. With Champions League football now on offer the Blues should be able to attract a higher calibre of player, and they've been linked with the likes of Hugo Ekitike and Nico Williams.
Daily Mirror
30-05-2025
- Sport
- Daily Mirror
Claude Makelele's Champions League final prediction as Inter Milan warning sent
Claude Makelele knows what it is like to win the Champions League, and he had a word of warning for Inter Milan ahead of their final against Paris Saint-Germain Claude Makelele has warned Inter Milan's old guard that the Champions League final is their last chance for European glory. Simone Inzaghi's gritty veterans had an average age of 30.2 when they beat Barcelona (25.8) in the semis, running out 7-6 winners over two enthralling legs. Paris Saint-Germain are the young upstarts in comparison, with an average squad age of just 23.6. They head into the Munich showdown as favourites after a blistering run to the final, including wins over Liverpool and Arsenal. But the stubborn Italians, who felt the pain of losing this final in 2023 against Manchester City, will be able to call upon their experience, and Champions League winner Makelele reckons that could be key. "Inter have the experience, many players, who played in the first final and lost, maybe for them this could be their last final," Makelele told Mirror Football on behalf of Bet365. "I think they will approach this game in a different way. "PSG have built a young team with a new manager, who has built a strong team in a short period of time. Everyone may have been surprised by the way this team are playing. I knew this manager would do a great job. But they will take Inter Milan seriously." Inter were pipped to the Serie A title by a single point this season, with Napoli coming out on top. Boss Inzaghi already has an Italian title to his name, but the Champions League is missing from his trophy cabinet. PSG manager Luis Enrique won the Champions League with Barcelona in 2015 when Ivan Rakitic, Luis Suarez and Neymar tore Juventus apart to win 3-1 in the Berlin final. A decade later, he returns to Germany with PSG, with the aim of conquering another Italian giant. PSG have dominated their domestic league, winning 11 Ligue 1 titles in 13 years, but are yet to win the Champions League. The club's Qatari owners have spent around £1.69billion on transfers for the likes of Lionel Messi, Neymar, and Kylian Mbappe to make their dream a reality, but they have so far fallen short. Enrique's arrival in 2023 began a new era. The Parisians abandoned their strategy of signing superstars and crowbarring them into a starting XI and switched to signing Europe's best young talent. After a slow start, their youngsters have been mesmerising, knocking out Liverpool, Aston Villa and Arsenal on their way to the final. In Makelele's eyes, their new approach, coupled with Enrique's brilliance, is what has brought them to Munich. He added: "I think they've corrected many mistakes they made before. Of course, we all dream about a team with a lot of big players, but many teams, they cannot deal with this. Many presidents are dreaming of building these kinds of teams, but it's difficult, different generations, different football. "I think they realised, 'Okay, we will need to build for longer to win these kinds of trophies and think in a different way'. Now, they are achieving success. Teams around the world are taking Paris Saint-Germain seriously. "They are a big brand all around the world, they are starting to play proper football and they are achieving success - the only trophy waiting for them is the Champions League."
