After the failed triumph at the 2012 Club world Club, Chlesa finally managed to get their hand on the club world cup trophy last night. With the sweet victory, The Blue lions managed to get the winning amount and title. But the question arises How much do they actually win in cash prizes?. So, without delay, Let’s see how much Did chelsea earn from the Club world cup?
Chelsea earn from the Club world cup
Chelsea win the FIFA club world cup last night in a dramatic ending. The blue became world champion thanks to an extra-time penalty kick goal by Kai Havertz, which gave it a 2-1 win over South American champion Palmeiras.
FIFA club world cup was the only one that was missing in the club’s trophy closet. Now European champion will go back to England with international silverware.
However, in 2012, Clesea failed to win the title and their loss came from the hands of Corinthians, a South American team in 1-0 fashion.
With the win, there comes the prize money. FIFA confirmed that the total purse for the event was $16.5 million, which will be divided among the seven-team field.
Champion Chelsea takes home a total of $5 million, while runner-up Palmeiras comes close behind with $4 million.
The tournament featured third-place, fifth-place, and seventh-place matches that rewarded the winners with associated prize money. Take a complete look at the prize money breakdown:
| Place | Team | Prize money |
|---|---|---|
| Winner | Chelsea | $5 million |
| Runner-up | Palmeiras | $4 million |
| Third place | Al Ahly | $2.5 million |
| Fourth place | Al Hilal | $2 million |
| Fifth place | Al Jazira | $1.5 million |
| Sixth place | Monterrey | $1 million |
| Seventh Place | Pira | $500,000 |
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