The FIFA Club World Cup 2025 quarter-final between Chelsea and Palmeiras is a rematch of the 2021 final and promises to be a tense and exciting encounter.
Match Details:
- Date: Saturday, July 5, 2025.
- Time: 2:00 a.m. BST (9:00 p.m. ET on Friday, July 4).
- Venue: Lincoln Financial Field, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
- How to Watch: The match will be streamed live on DAZN.
Team News and Form:
- Chelsea: Chelsea qualified for the tournament after winning the Champions League in 2021. In the Club World Cup, Chelsea defeated Benfica 4-1 in extra time in the last 16 after a weather delay. However, they lost to Flamengo in the group stage. Enzo Maresca will be missing Moises Caicedo due to suspension. New signings like Mike Penders, Mamadou Sarr, Dario Essugo and Liam Delap have been added to the squad.
- Palmeiras: Palmeiras reached the quarter-finals after a 1-0 extra-time victory against fellow Brazilians Botafogo. In group stage matches, Palmeiras had a 2-0 win against Al Ahly FC and a 2-2 draw against Inter Miami CF. Gustavo Gomez is suspended after being sent off in the last 16. Palmeiras' coach is Abel Ferreira. Palmeiras' squad includes goalkeepers Weverton and Marcelo Lomba; defenders Gustavo Gómez and Murilo; midfielders Richard Ríos and Raphael Veiga; and forwards Estêvão and Facundo Torres.
Key Storylines:
- Rematch of 2021 Final: This game is a repeat of the 2021 Club World Cup final, where Chelsea won 2-1 after Kai Havertz scored a penalty in the 117th minute. Palmeiras will be seeking revenge for that defeat.
- Estevao Willian: Palmeiras's young winger, Estevao Willian, is set to join Chelsea after the Club World Cup and is eligible to play against them in this match.
- Chelsea's Attacking Options: Despite a few blips, Chelsea is considered a favorite to win. Chelsea's attacking depth might prove too difficult for Palmeiras to handle.
Odds and Predictions:
- Chelsea are considered the favorites for the match.
- A tight, tense match is expected, potentially going to extra time.
- Chelsea to win and both teams not to score is a possible outcome.
- Bookmakers predict under 0.5 goals in the first half.
- Palmeiras are priced at 13/8 to score the first goal.
How to Watch:
The game will be available to stream on DAZN.
