Celebrities Fill the Stands for Club World Cup Final
The clash between Chelsea and PSG at the MetLife Stadium brought together world leaders, sports legends, and famous artists in a final that mixed top-level football with global spectacle.
Trump, Infantino, and Brady Among the VIP Guests
The MetLife Stadium in New Jersey hosted a historic Club World Cup final on Sunday, not only for the showdown between Chelsea and Paris Saint-Germain, but also for the parade of high-profile celebrities and public figures in attendance.
Former U.S. President Donald Trump, accompanied by his wife Melania Trump, was spotted in the main box of the stadium. Seated nearby was FIFA President Gianni Infantino, closely watching the opening ceremony, which featured live music, smoke effects, fire displays, and fighter jets soaring overhead to the U.S. national anthem.
Legendary NFL quarterback Tom Brady, an icon with the New England Patriots and Tampa Bay Buccaneers, also showed up at the stadium to witness the final in person.
Music, Spectacle, and a Title on the Line
The first musical performance of the day featured Italian singer Laura Pausini and British star Robbie Williams, who delivered a special duet to energize the crowd before kickoff.
The atmosphere was electric: fans from all over the world, flags, chants, and a buzz that hinted at the magnitude of the match between two European powerhouses. Chelsea had secured their place in the final with a 2-0 win over Fluminense, while PSG stunned many by thrashing Real Madrid 4-0.
The match kicked off at 3:00 p.m. local time (ET) in a fully packed stadium, reflecting the success of the revamped Club World Cup, which began a month ago with 32 teams and multiple host cities across the United States.
