Chelsea FC Clinch Historic European Sweep with Conference League Triumph

Wrocław, Poland – May 28, 2025

Chelsea Football Club has etched its name in European football history after a dramatic 4-1 comeback victory over Real Betis in the UEFA Conference League final, completing the club’s collection of all major UEFA trophies. The win at Stadion Wrocław marks Chelsea’s ninth UEFA trophy and cements their status as the first team to win all five of Europe's club competitions.

Match Recap: Comeback Kings in Poland

Real Betis started brightly, pressing Chelsea high and earning an early lead in the ninth minute. Isco’s clever reverse pass found Abdessamad Ezzalzouli, who slotted home to put the Spanish side ahead. Chelsea, sluggish in the first half despite controlling 65% of possession, struggled to break down Betis’s defense and went into halftime trailing.

The second half saw a transformation. Captain Reece James entered the fray, and Chelsea’s intensity surged. Cole Palmer, the standout performer, orchestrated the comeback with creativity and composure. His pinpoint cross set up Enzo Fernández for the equalizer in the 66th minute. Moments later, Palmer beat his marker and delivered another dangerous ball, allowing Nicolas Jackson to bundle Chelsea into the lead.

Betis, unable to respond, conceded twice more as Jadon Sancho and Moisés Caicedo added their names to the scoresheet, sealing a resounding 4-1 win for the Blues.

A Unique Place in Football History

With this victory, Chelsea have now won:

• UEFA Champions League (2012, 2021)
• UEFA Europa League (2013, 2019)
• UEFA Cup Winners’ Cup (1971, 1998)
• UEFA Super Cup (1998, 2021)
• UEFA Conference League (2025)

No other club has achieved this feat, making Chelsea’s triumph a landmark moment in European football.

Manager and Player Reactions

Manager Enzo Maresca, who claimed his first major trophy with Chelsea, praised his side’s resilience and adaptability. Inspired substitutions and a bold tactical shift at halftime turned the tide in Chelsea’s favor. Cole Palmer, collecting his first European winners’ medal, was widely recognized as the match’s standout player, delivering a performance that justified his growing reputation.

Levi Colwill, reflecting the squad’s determination, stated, “We’re going to do it for the Chelsea fans,” underscoring the unity and hunger within the team.

Transfer Ambitions and Future Outlook

Off the pitch, Chelsea’s ambitions remain high. The club is reportedly set for talks with Ipswich Town’s Liam Delap and is targeting both a striker and a high-profile winger in the upcoming transfer window. Meanwhile, Chelsea faces competition from Manchester City and Liverpool for Lyon’s 21-year-old midfielder Rayan Cherki.

Momentum and Legacy

Chelsea’s Conference League triumph comes on the heels of a 1-0 Premier League win over Nottingham Forest, securing Champions League qualification for next season and building momentum for what could be a transformative era under Maresca.

Tonight’s victory not only rewards Chelsea’s fans but also places the club among the legends of European football, with a complete set of continental trophies and a new generation ready to build on this legacy.