Chelsea make history with unique UEFA treble

Chelsea’s European identity has always been shaped by defining nights — from Munich to Baku. But in Wrocław, under Enzo Maresca, the club reached a new level by becoming the first side in history to win all three major UEFA competitions.

The 4–1 victory over Real Betis in the 2025 UEFA Conference League final didn’t just end a four-year trophy drought. It elevated Chelsea into a class of their own. The Champions League, Europa League and Conference League trophies now sit together in the Stamford Bridge museum — a feat no other club has matched.

Betis strike first, but Chelsea take control

The match began with Chelsea struggling to impose themselves, and it was Betis who struck early. In the 9th minute, Abde Ezzalzouli put the Spanish side ahead with a low drive. Chelsea couldn’t find an equaliser in the first half, going into the break 1–0 down.

The turning point came in the 65th minute. Enzo Fernández levelled the score with a precise header from a set piece. Just five minutes later, Cole Palmer burst down the right and squared the ball across for Nicolas Jackson to finish from close range. In the 83rd minute, Jadon Sancho cut in from the left wing and bent a brilliant shot into the far corner. Moisés Caicedo completed the comeback with a thunderous strike in stoppage time, sealing a resounding 4–1 win.

Full European collection completed

This triumph marks Chelsea’s ninth major European trophy. After Champions League wins in 2012 and 2021, Europa League titles in 2013 and 2019, and now the Conference League in 2025, the Blues have completed the full UEFA set. With two UEFA Super Cups and two Cup Winners’ Cups also in their collection, Chelsea now boast one of the most decorated European histories.

Once dismissed as a “third-tier” competition, the Conference League now stands as a symbol of Chelsea’s resilience and evolution. This title doesn’t just fill a gap — it crowns a period of transformation for the club.

Mourinho did it first — alone

While Chelsea are the first club to win all three UEFA competitions, only one individual had previously done so on his own: Jose Mourinho. The former Chelsea manager won the Champions League with Porto and Inter, the Europa League with Manchester United, and the Conference League with Roma. The club has now matched the full scope of their iconic former coach’s European achievements.

New era under Maresca

Appointed after Mauricio Pochettino’s departure, Enzo Maresca inherited the youngest squad in Premier League history. With clear tactical structure, a strong emphasis on player development, and effective squad balance, the Italian coach has laid down a promising foundation in his first season.

Having secured Champions League qualification on the final day of the Premier League, Chelsea now look ahead to the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup and a crucial summer transfer window. The Conference League triumph may have capped this campaign — but it also marked the beginning of a new chapter.