FIFA Club World Cup: Palmeiras vs. Chelsea Picks — Maresca’s Side to Book Spot in Final Four? (Jul 4)

The competitive action at the FIFA Club World Cup continues across this weekend, as the final eight teams in contention collide for a spot in the semi-finals.

Chelsea have been faultless throughout the competition to this point, and they showed excellent character to survive a scare in the previous round after overcoming Benfica.

Palmeiras also showed their mentality in the round of 16 after claiming a hard-fought 1-0 win against Botafogo, despite playing almost the entirety of extra time with ten men.

Palmeiras vs. Chelsea Overview

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Palmeiras vs. Chelsea Head-to-Head Record

Palmeiras Team News

Gustavo Gomez will be suspended for Palmeiras for this quarterfinal showdown after being sent off in the previous round against Botafogo. Anibal Moreno could be handed a start in the heart of the Brazilian side’s defense.

Possible Lineup

Weverton (GK); A. Glay, A. Moreno, B. Fuchs, J. Piquerez, E. Martinez, R. Rios, Allan, Mauricio, Estevao, V. Roque

Chelsea Team News

Enzo Mareca’s side powered through to the quarterfinals with a dominant win over Benfica in the previous round. The Blues will once again have Liam Delap leading the line, but Cole Palmer could be moved into the number ten position, with Noni Madueke handed a start.

Possible Lineup

R. Sanchez (GK); R. James, L. Colwill, T. Adarabioyo, M. Cucurella, E. Fernandez, M. Caicedo, P. Neto, C. Palmer, N. Madueke, L. Delap

Palmeiras vs. Chelsea Picks

Chelsea have emerged as a leading contender at this summer’s Club World Cup.

The Premier League side has looked stronger with every outing so far this year, and they could be set for another dominant outing against a talented Brazilian rival on Friday.