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Chelsea vs Benfica: FIFA Club World Cup – teams, start, lineups

Chelsea vs Benfica: FIFA Club World Cup – teams, start, lineups

Summary

Chelsea will play Benfica in the FIFA Club World Cup round of 16 match on June 28 at the Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, North Carolina. Chelsea's plans were disrupted as they finished second in their group, leading to unexpected travel to Charlotte instead of staying in Miami. The winner of this match will face either Palmeiras or Botafogo in the quarter-finals.

Key Facts

  • Chelsea plays Benfica in the FIFA Club World Cup round of 16.
  • The match is on June 28 at 4 pm in Charlotte, North Carolina.
  • Chelsea expected to play in Miami but must travel to Charlotte due to their group stage finish.
  • Chelsea won one match, lost one, and drew one in the group stage.
  • Benfica drew their first group match and won the next two.
  • The winner will play against the victor of Palmeiras vs Botafogo in the next round.
  • Chelsea won the Club World Cup in 2021.
  • Wesley Fofana is part of Chelsea's squad but is injured and cannot play.
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