Mr Trump stated, “Gianni is a friend of mine, he’s done such a great job with the league and with soccer.’’
Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca hailed the club’s performance as “a night of belief, bravery and brilliance” as the Blues won the first FIFA’s revamped global club tournament.
Real Madrid, without Trent Alexander-Arnold due to injury, struggled to cope with PSG’s intensity.
Mr Alexander-Arnold said Real Madrid can beat any team.
The feat was achieved thanks to two saves from goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma.
Mbappe is expected to join Real Madrid on a free transfer.
Lorient keeper Yvon Mvogo had to get down well to palm away Mbappe’s curling 17th-minute effort.
“We are very happy; we beat a team that we wanted to beat and to be closer to the final.’’
Paris Saint-Germain and Borussia Dortmund are through to the semi-finals of the UEFA Champions League, while Barcelona and Atletico Madrid crashed out.
“We are going to Barcelona to fight a war.’’
