Cole Palmer helped Chelsea get the best of Palmeiras at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia on Friday, July 4 to advance to the semifinals. Malo Gusto also played a role in the victory, having his shot bounce off the opposing goalkeeper, Weverton Pereira da Silva, to create an own goal situation and take the 2-1 lead.

Roma are reportedly serious in their pursuit of Richard Rios.The Colombian midfielder remains Roma’s top name to strengthen the midfield ahead of next season.According to Gianluca Di Marzio of Sky

PHILADELPHIA — Chelsea marched on to the semifinals of the Club World Cup, surviving a spirited effort from Brazilian side Palmeiras to run out 2-1 winners.

Chelsea sealed a 2-1 victory over Palmeiras to set up a Club World Cup semi-final tie against Fluminense. Enzo Maresca's side were made to work in Philadelphia at Lincoln Financial Field on Friday as they now head to New Jersey for the last four.

SportsLine's Brandt Sutton reveals his picks for the FIFA Club World Cup quarterfinal matchup between Chelsea and Palmeiras at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia on Friday

The Fourth of July game checked all the boxes for an Independence Day event, and displayed a sample of what's to come at next year’s FIFA World Cup.

Chelsea dominated early and then overcame a surging Palmeiras to clinch a spot in the Club World Cup semifinals. Chelsea dispatched Palmeiras 2–1 to march on to the Club World Cup semifinals in a game that ended up being closer than it appeared in the first half.