By KIERAN GILL
Published: 22:57 EDT, 4 July 2025 | Updated: 23:04 EDT, 4 July 2025
Chelsea will play in the semi-finals of the FIFA Club World Cup on Tuesday after overcoming Brazilian side Palmeiras in Philadelphia on Friday night.
The Blues needed a late own goal, scored by Agustin Giay, to see off impressive opposition, led by Estevao Willian playing in his final game for Palmeiras before moving to Stamford Bridge.
Cole Palmer fired Chelsea in front in the 16th minute before Estevao equalised with a stunning finish from a narrow angle early in the second half.
But Enzo Maresca's men eventually prevailed after Malo Gusto's heavily deflected effort hit the net seven minutes from time.
More to follow.
The Blues' winner was an own goal that arrived in the 83rd minute at Lincoln Financial Field
Cole Palmer (right) had opened the scoring with a slick left-footed finish in the 16th minute
Palmeiras equalised when Estevao Willian scored against the club he will join later this month
But Chelsea eventually got the victory and they will now take on Fluminense in the semi-finals