Alex Red
In the 2025 UEFA Conference League Final, Chelsea FC defeated Real Betis 4-1 to capture their first championship in three years. Chelsea is now the only team to have won all six of the major UEFA men’s competitions: the Champions League, Europa League, Conference League, Cup Winners’ Cup, Super Cup, and Club World Cup. The victory not only brings trophy back to Stamford Bridge but also cements Chelsea’s name in European football history. This win also capped off a successful European season for English football, following Tottenham Hotspur’s Europa League triumph.
Match Recap
Real Betis struck first with Abde Ezzalzouli netting in the 9th minute. But Chelsea’s response was emphatic. Cole Palmer orchestrated a second-half comeback with assists for Enzo Fernández and Nicolas Jackson. Late goals from Jadon Sancho and Moises Caicedo sealed the dominant win.
Final Score: Real Betis 1:4 Chelsea
Historic Milestone for Chelsea
Chelsea got closer to matching Liverpool’s record of 13 European championships by winning their ninth UEFA trophy. Under Enzo Maresca, the Blues’ unbeaten record in UEFA tournaments demonstrates their continental heritage and technical development.
Conference League Legacy
In just its fourth edition, the UEFA Conference League has quickly gained prestige. With previous champions like Roma (2022), West Ham (2023), and Olympiakos (2024), Chelsea’s name now joins the roll of honour.
What’s Next for the Champions?
Chelsea’s victory earns them a spot in next season’s Europa League, though their top-four Premier League finish means they’ll be competing in the Champions League regardless. For Real Betis, the journey to the final was a historic milestone, reinforcing their rising status in European football under Manuel Pellegrini.