Chelsea are champions of the world after a 2-1 victory over Palmeiras in the Club World Cup final at Mohammed Bin Zayed Stadium.
The Blues made it 19 major trophies in 19 years of the Roman Abramovich era, where the club finally get their hands on the FIFA world club cup following a shocking defeat to Corinthians a decade ago in the 2012 edition of the tournament.
With neither side able to find the decisive breakthrough after a 1-1 draw through the 90 minutes, it went to extra time. It seemed destined for penalties until Chelsea were awarded a penalty themselves in the 117th for handball by Luan.
Kai Havertz converts his effort from the spot kick to nab the winning goal as he did in the Champions League final in May.
Tuchel’s side will now make the trip back to London with another trophy in their travel luggage, with attention turning to a return to Premier League action against Crystal Palace on Saturday.
