Next Sunday, MetLife Stadium in New Jersey will host a blockbuster final between Chelsea and Paris Saint-Germain. Both clubs have already secured a massive payday just for making it this far—but lifting the trophy could unlock an even juicier reward that might shape their transfer plans this summer.

While glory is at stake, the check FIFA will hand the new Club World Cup champion makes this more than just a final—it's a $40 million battle on top of everything else.

Show me the money…

Throughout the tournament, Chelsea has steadily built up a hefty prize pool. In the group stage, they won two and lost one in Group D, earning $4 million. Advancing to the round of 16 added $7.5 million. Beating Benfica to reach the quarterfinals brought in $13.125 million, while their hard-fought win over Palmeiras earned another $21 million. A dominant semifinal victory against Fluminense added $30 million more. All in, including the fixed participation fee, the Blues have racked up $89.5 million.

Paris Saint-Germain, meanwhile, has cashed in big. They picked up $4 million in the group stage, $7.5 million for reaching the round of 16, $13.125 million for beating Inter Miami, $21 million for taking down Bayern Munich, and $30 million after demolishing Real Madrid to reach the final. With those results—and the participation bonus—the Parisians have already amassed $107.7 million.

The ultimate prize

The new Club World Cup format doesn’t just bring more games and competition—it also brings bigger money. The team that lifts the trophy will receive an extra $40 million bonus.

That means if PSG wins, their total jumps to a staggering $147.7 million. If Chelsea takes the crown, they’ll walk away with $129.5 million. Numbers that don’t just make headlines… they shake the football world.

Is money worth more than glory?

The revamped Club World Cup has taken the stakes to a whole new level. With over $100 million on the line for the finalists, clubs can reinvest directly into signings, facilities, or salaries. But even if the finances look good, there’s one thing money can’t buy: football glory.

Becoming world champions remains the ultimate prize. For PSG, it would be the club’s first major international title. For Chelsea, another star on their crest. Because at the end of the day, the money will be spent… but the titles last forever.