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Flamengo vs Chelsea LIVE
The Blues are back in Club World Cup action as they take on the Brazilian giants in a tricky-looking group stage clash. Pedro Neto and Enzo Fernandez saw off LAFC on Monday evening in both sides' opening game, in a scoreline which perhaps flattered the Premier League side. Liam Delap made his debut off the bench and laid on the winner for his captain.
Another victory tonight at Lincoln Financial Field could secure the Blues’ spot in the knockout stage, should results go there way. But Flamengo, who are managed by ex-Chelsea left-back Filipe Luis will provide a stern test. A fearsome defensive record boasts seven clean sheets in their last eight games, while former playerJorginho, who made 213 appearances for Chelsea, is expected to start.
Flamengo are in the middle of their domestic campaign, where they currently top the table after 11 games and are currently on a five-game winning streak. Follow the game LIVE below with our dedicated match blog, featuring expert insight and analysis from Dom Smith.
Flamengo vs Chelsea latest news
Kick-off time: 7pm BST, Lincoln Financial Field
How to watch for free: DAZN
Early Chelsea team news
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Early Chelsea team news
Chelsea are expected to name another strong line-up tonight.
Mamadou Sarr, the 19-year-old centre-back, was on the bench for the opening game and could make his Chelsea debut either from the start or off the bench. He spent last season at sister club Strasbourg but joined the Blues permanently earlier this month.
Noni Madueke prefers playing on the right flank but filled in on the left against LAFC as Chelsea continue to work on signing a right-footed left-winger. The England international could again be deployed on the left.
Maresca is again expected to go strong with his selection. If he picked Liam Delap over Nicolas Jackson, that would represent the new £30million recruit’s first start for the Blues.
There could also be a debut in midfield for Andrey Santos, who was left on the bench against LAFC as Enzo Fernandez and Dario Essugo came on in that position.
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How to watch Flamengo vs Chelsea
TV channel: In the UK, the game will not be televised live.
Live stream: Viewers can watch the action live online via channel5.com and the DAZN website. Coverage starts at 6pm BST ahead of a 7pm kick-off.
DAZN is the global broadcaster of the new-look Club World Cup. No subscription is required to watch the game, with the entire tournament available to their 'Freemium' members, which means you only need to sign up for a free DAZN account.
Welcome
Good afternoon and welcome to the London Standard’s LIVE coverage of the Club World Cup clash between Flamengo and Chelsea.
The Blues are looking to make it two from two, having beaten LAFC 2-0 in their opening group game on Monday.
Flamengo, though, were held to a 0-0 draw by Botafogo, who sensationally beat Paris Saint-Germain overnight.
Kick-off is at 7pm in the UK. Stick with us.
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