Cole Palmer’s Stunned Reaction to Donald Trump at Club World Cup Celebration Sparks Viral Moment and DAZN Apology
Cole Palmer stole the show in Chelsea’s stunning 3-0 Club World Cup final win over Paris Saint-Germain, but it wasn’t just his performance on the pitch that made headlines. The 22-year-old England international was left visibly shocked during the post-match trophy celebration when U.S. President Donald Trump unexpectedly joined the team on stage.
Palmer, who scored twice and assisted Joao Pedro for the third goal in a statement victory at New Jersey’s MetLife Stadium, played a pivotal role in delivering Enzo Maresca’s side their second trophy in two months. However, it was his unscripted moment during the post-match ceremony — and a few blunt words — that quickly went viral.
“Everyone’s Talked a Lot of S*** About Us”
Following the win, Palmer spoke to DAZN, expressing pride in Chelsea’s turnaround season under Maresca. In his typical candid style, he didn’t hold back:
“Everyone has talked a lot of s*** about us all season,” he said.
While his honesty resonated with fans who had followed Chelsea’s ups and downs, DAZN was quick to issue an on-air apology for the language used, with the clip rapidly circulating online.
Trump’s Presence Sparks Confusion on Stage
Adding to the drama of the night, Donald Trump remained on the stage for Chelsea’s trophy presentation, standing alongside the team as they lifted the Club World Cup. Palmer, clearly caught off guard, was seen turning to captain Reece James mid-celebration and asking what was happening — a moment captured and widely shared on social media.
Speaking after the game, Palmer admitted:
“I knew he was going to be here, but I didn’t know he was going to be on the stand when we lifted the trophy. I was a bit confused, yeah.”
According to pitch-side reporters, James even appeared to ask Trump whether he intended to stay on stage — but the President simply remained, seemingly enjoying the moment.
Tactical Brilliance from Maresca
Despite the bizarre scenes post-match, Palmer was full of praise for his manager, who delivered a tactical masterclass against the reigning European champions. Chelsea pressed PSG early, controlled the game throughout, and capitalised on key moments.
“I like finals. It’s happened again,” Palmer said. “The gaffer put a great game plan out. He knew where the space was going to be. He tried to free me up as much as possible and I just had to repay him and score some goals. He is building something special, something important.”
Chelsea Send a Clear Message
The win secured Chelsea $125 million in total tournament earnings and confirmed their credentials as a serious force under Maresca. With Palmer emerging as one of the most influential young players in world football and Chelsea’s system clicking into place, the victory served as a powerful message to rivals both at home and in Europe.
Off the pitch, though, it was the surreal image of a U.S. president mingling with a young Chelsea squad — and Cole Palmer’s unfiltered response — that may be remembered just as vividly as the win itself.
