The first match of the semi-finals of the 2025 Club World Cup took place between young and experienced teams. This was reported by Euro-football.ru.
The team from Fluminense in Rio de Janeiro faced off against Chelsea from London. This match will go down in history as a rivalry between Brazilian and English clubs.
The 2023 Copa Libertadores champion Fluminense competed against the 2021 Champions League winner Chelsea. According to the match protocol, Chelsea defender Joao Pedro opened the scoring in the 18th minute.
He actively moved on the field and finished off a pass from the left flank with a precise shot. Later, he scored again in the 56th minute, securing his team's victory.
The Fluminense team made several mistakes in the first half of the match, which gave Chelsea an advantage. Throughout the match, the Fluminense team tried to improve their game, but Chelsea's defense remained solid and effectively stopped the opponent's attacks.
The cancellation of several penalties and the VAR review increased the intensity of the match. In the end, Chelsea won by a margin of two goals, advancing to the final.
They will compete in the final against either Real or PSG. Thus, Chelsea is the only European club to reach the semi-finals.
This match was interesting and competitive for football fans, and the teams showcased their full strength. The final matches are eagerly awaited.
