Chelsea lift Conference League to complete European trophy set in 4-1 final masterclass
Blues stun Real Betis with second-half comeback to win UEFA Conference League and complete a historic sweep of all five major European trophies
Chelsea fans across the globe erupted in celebration as the Blues clinched the UEFA Conference League title with an emphatic 4-1 victory over Real Betis.
This landmark triumph not only marked the club’s first Conference League trophy, but also cemented Chelsea’s place in football history as the first club to win all five major European competitions.
The win adds the Conference League to Chelsea’s already impressive European trophy cabinet, which includes the UEFA Champions League, UEFA Europa League, UEFA Cup Winners’ Cup, and UEFA Super Cup. No other club has ever achieved this feat, putting Chelsea in a league of their own.
The victory is also significant for the Todd Boehly-Clearlake Capital ownership group, who have faced intense scrutiny since taking over in 2022.
After three years of massive spending reportedly over $1 billion, the long-awaited silverware finally arrived, bringing relief and validation to the ambitious project.
Slow Start, Strong Finish
The match, played at a packed neutral venue, got off to a nervy start for Chelsea. Real Betis took an early lead in the 9th minute, thanks to a composed finish by Moroccan winger Abde Ezzalzouli.
Despite creating several chances, Chelsea were unable to respond in the first half, going into the break trailing 1-0.
However, the second half told a very different story.
Cole Palmer, Chelsea’s breakout star of the season, sparked the comeback with a moment of brilliance. In the 65th minute, Palmer delivered a pinpoint cross into the box, which Enzo Fernández met with a powerful header to level the score at 1-1.
With momentum shifting, Palmer wasted no time in delivering another game-changing contribution. Just minutes later, he sent in another perfect ball, this time finding Nicolas Jackson, who coolly slotted it past the Betis goalkeeper to give Chelsea a 2-1 lead.
Sealing the Deal in Style
Chelsea’s confidence was growing with every pass, and they didn’t stop at two. With only seven minutes left on the clock, midfielder Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall who had come on as a substitute played a clever through ball to Jadon Sancho, who made no mistake in burying Chelsea’s third goal.
As if that wasn’t enough to secure the title, Moisés Caicedo added the icing on the cake with a brilliant solo effort just minutes later, making it 4-1 and putting the game completely out of reach for the Spanish side.
A Night to Remember
From the despair of last season’s underwhelming performances to the joy of a European final triumph, Chelsea fans finally have something to cheer about again. The mood in the camp is one of jubilation, and rightfully so.
This victory not only brings silverware to Stamford Bridge but also signals the beginning of a new era under manager Enzo Maresca, who took over at the start of the season. His tactical tweaks and ability to rally the squad have paid off in spectacular fashion.
As the final whistle blew, Chelsea players, staff, and supporters celebrated a night that will forever be etched in the club’s proud history. From Ezzalzouli’s early scare to a four-goal second-half blitz, it was a game that showcased Chelsea’s resilience, talent, and ambition.
With this win, Chelsea are no longer just contenders, they are record-breakers.
