Joao Pedro Reveals Luis Enrique Clash After Chelsea’s Club World Cup Win: “They Didn’t Know How to Lose”
July 14, 2025
By SpringnewsNG Media Limited
Joao Pedro Details Heated Altercation with Luis Enrique After Chelsea’s 3-0 Club World Cup Victory Over PSG
Chelsea star Joao Pedro has opened up about his post-match confrontation with Paris Saint-Germain coach Luis Enrique following the Blues’ emphatic 3-0 win in the Club World Cup final.
The Brazilian forward, who played a key role in Chelsea’s title run, said he stepped in to defend teammate Andrey Santos, who had been surrounded by PSG players in the closing moments of the game.
Speaking with SporTV, Joao Pedro revealed that tensions flared after PSG players began mocking Chelsea despite trailing by three goals — a reaction he attributed to their Champions League success earlier in the season.
“They Just Didn’t Know How to Lose” – Joao Pedro
“The game was ending and they started making jokes,” Pedro said in a post-match interview with CazéTV. “It’s normal — they just won the Champions League, and we respect that. But today, we were the better team, and they should accept that instead of provoking us.”
Pedro went on to accuse PSG manager Luis Enrique of initiating the physical confrontation, claiming the Spanish coach struck him in the face during the altercation.
Instant Impact: Joao Pedro Shines in Club World Cup Debut
Joao Pedro joined Chelsea just ahead of the FIFA Club World Cup and made an immediate statement, scoring in all three of his appearances. His goal-scoring spree began in the quarter-final win over Palmeiras, continued with a brace in the semi-final against Fluminense, and culminated in the final, where he coolly slotted home a goal past Gianluigi Donnarumma after a clever assist from Cole Palmer.
The 22-year-old forward, a product of the Xerem academy in Brazil, was visibly emotional after the final whistle, describing the experience as “inexplicable.”
“It’s been a dream,” he said. “To come here, play three matches, score three goals, and win a title like this — I couldn’t be happier. I trained during my 40-day vacation with a personal coach. Then I arrived, eliminated a team that gave me everything, and now I’ve won my first final. It’s all God — there’s no other explanation.”
A Promising Future at Stamford Bridge
Chelsea’s Club World Cup triumph under the tournament’s expanded format has boosted expectations ahead of the 2025/26 Premier League season. Joao Pedro’s breakout performances have sparked excitement among fans, with many predicting he could become a key figure in Mikel Arteta’s attack.
The Brazilian forward’s ability to adapt quickly and deliver in high-pressure matches signals a new chapter for both player and club.
