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.

The 2025 FIFA Club World Cup has entered its final days, with the world gathering at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey on Sunday to crown its champion. Thirty-two teams have been whittled down to two, as Chelsea FC and Paris Saint-Germain will take the field to try and win a trophy.

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.

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.

Abel Ferreira’s side emerged triumphant from a grueling fight against reigning Copa Libertadores champions Botafogo. The rivalry and animosity between the two Brazilian sides was evident, but Palmeiras were the better team on the day and deservedly made it to the quarterfinals.