Maresca revealed his tactical masterplan had worked to perfection, with Chelsea pressing PSG high and exploiting direct plays behind their rivals' defense to devastating effect.

Joao Pedro proved to be an instant hit after his £60m arrival from Brighton, scoring both goals in their semi-final win over Fluminense and adding the third after Palmer’s double against PSG in the decider.

When we saw the team sheet for last night’s Chelsea triumph over PSG in New York, we noted that Enzo Maresca had wheeled out one of his favourite new tricks. An asymmetric formation which featured just one winger,

Cole Palmer and Malo Gusto both vented their frustrations after Chelsea won the Club World Cup, feeling that people have disrespected the team over the last season. The Blues were fantastic on Sunday as they beat Paris Saint-Germain 3-0 in New Jersey, causing a significant upset against the Champions League holders.

By Fernando Kallas EAST RUTHERFORD, New Jersey (Reuters) -Chelsea coach Enzo Maresca praised Cole Palmer's ability to rise to the occasion after the English attacking midfielder was named Club World Cup player of the tournament following their commanding 3-0 victory over Paris St Germain in Sunday's final.