Chelsea Wins 2025 UEFA Conference League Final: Historic 4-1 Win Over Real Betis
On May 28, 2025, Chelsea FC made history at the Wrocław Stadium in Poland, defeating Real Betis 4-1 in the UEFA Conference League final. With this victory, Chelsea became the first club to win all four major UEFA competitions—completing a remarkable European trophy collection.
Key Highlights:
Final Score: Chelsea 4-1 Real Betis
Venue: Wrocław Stadium, Poland
Date: May 28, 2025
Scorers: Fernandez, Jackson, Sancho, Caicedo (Chelsea); Ezzalzouli (Betis)
Milestone: Chelsea becomes the only club to win the Champions League, Europa League, Cup Winners’ Cup, and Conference League.
Match Overview:
Real Betis stunned Chelsea early on with a 9th-minute goal by Abdessamad Ezzalzouli. But Chelsea, showing their experience and depth, turned the game around with a dominant second-half performance.
With an equalizer from Enzo Fernandez and strong contributions from Nicolas Jackson, Jadon Sancho, and Moises Caicedo, the Blues surged ahead and never looked back. A packed 40,000 crowd witnessed history unfold.
Key Moments & Scorers:
| Time | Event | Scorer (Assist) | Team |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9′ | Goal | Abdessamad Ezzalzouli | Real Betis |
| 27′ | Equalizer | Enzo Fernandez (Cole Palmer) | Chelsea |
| 70′ | Go-ahead Goal | Nicolas Jackson | Chelsea |
| 83′ | Goal | Jadon Sancho | Chelsea |
| 90+1′ | Sealing Goal | Moises Caicedo | Chelsea |
Why This Win Matters:
This wasn’t just another trophy for Chelsea—it was a crowning achievement. After winning:
Champions League (2012, 2021)
Europa League (2013, 2019)
Cup Winners’ Cup (1971, 1998)
…this Conference League win completed the ultimate UEFA sweep. No other team has ever done it.
Standout Performers:
Enzo Fernandez: Calm and clinical, his equalizer swung the momentum.
Cole Palmer: Orchestrated two key assists, proving pivotal without scoring.
Nicolas Jackson & Jadon Sancho: Showed composure and killer instinct in front of goal.
Moises Caicedo: His late strike capped a dominant midfield display.
Despite Betis’ strong start, they struggled after Ezzalzouli’s injury and couldn’t match Chelsea’s intensity.
Road to the Final:
Chelsea:
Topped the 36-team league phase
Knocked out: Copenhagen, Legia Warsaw, Djurgårdens IF
Real Betis:
Finished 15th in the league phase
Beat Gent, Vitória SC, Jagiellonia, and Fiorentina (extra-time thriller)
What’s Next for Chelsea?
With Enzo Maresca at the helm, Chelsea’s future looks bright. This win adds momentum heading into the 2025–26 season, where they’ll compete in the Champions League thanks to their Premier League finish.
For fans, it’s not just a victory—it’s a legacy moment. Chelsea now stands alone as the only club to win every major UEFA club competition.