UEFA Super Cup Titles (2)

Lore & Background

Chelsea qualified for the 2013 UEFA Super Cup by winning the 2012–13 UEFA Europa League. The gap between their 2013 and 2021 victories is eight years.

In Their Own Story

The rain in Belfast was relentless, turning the pitch at Windsor Park into a slick battlefield under the floodlights. The clock had long passed ninety minutes; extra time was grinding on, a war of attrition between two giants who had already conquered Europe that year. The air was thick with tension as the penalty shootout approached. On the sideline, the manager paced, his hands deep in his pockets, watching the goalkeeper prepare. Kepa stepped up to the spot, eyes locked on the Sevilla striker. The first save was a blur of motion, a reflex born of instinct. The second save followed, silencing the traveling fans and igniting a roar from the Blues' faithful. As the final whistle blew, the trophy was hoisted high, not just as a symbol of victory, but as a testament to a squad that refused to blink when the stakes were highest.

Reader's Guide

Chelsea's first Super Cup win came in 2013 after winning the Europa League. Their second title was in 2021. The 2019 UEFA Super Cup featured Chelsea as Europa League winners, losing to Liverpool on penalties after a 2–2 draw.

Did You Know?

• Chelsea were the Europa League winners in 2018–19, facing Champions League winners Liverpool in the 2019 UEFA Super Cup.
• The 2019 UEFA Super Cup was the first all-English Super Cup and the first to use VAR.
• Chelsea lost the 2019 Super Cup 5–4 on penalties after a 2–2 draw.