Chelsea captain Reece James has issued a strong statement ahead of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup final clash against Paris Saint-Germain, declaring that his team is ready to defy expectations and “surprise a lot of people.”
The highly anticipated final takes place today, Sunday, July 13, at the MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, where Chelsea will lock horns with the reigning UEFA Champions League winners.
Despite PSG being favourites on paper, James believes the Blues are prepared to make a bold statement on the global stage.
“We don’t care about PSG’s reputation,” the 25-year-old England international told reporters. “We’re going to surprise a lot of people. We know who we are, and we’re not pushovers.”
Both Chelsea and PSG suffered one defeat each during the group stages of the competition but rebounded strongly to reach the final.
The Blues booked their spot with a 2-0 semi-final win over Fluminense on Wednesday, July 9, thanks to a brace from new signing Joao Pedro, who scored against his boyhood club while on holiday in Brazil just weeks ago.
James emphasized the unity and belief within the Chelsea squad, highlighting that the team is hungry to claim the Club World Cup for the second time in the club’s history.
“We’ve come a long way, and we’re not here to make up the numbers,” James added. “This is Chelsea, and we’re here to win.”
Kickoff for the final is set for 8 PM local time, and fans around the world are bracing for a thrilling showdown between two European giants
James emphasized the unity and belief within the Chelsea squad, highlighting that the team is hungry to claim the Club World Cup for the second time in the club’s history.“We’ve come a long way, and we’re not here to make up the numbers,” James added. “This is Chelsea, and we’re here to win.”Kickoff for the final is set for 8 PM local time, and fans around the world are bracing for a thrilling showdown between two European giants.
