Chelsea pulled off a gritty extra-time win against Benfica in a rain-disrupted Club World Cup match, with goals from Nkunku, Neto, and Dewsbury-Hall securing their spot in the quarterfinals. They’ll now face Brazil’s Palmeiras in what promises to be a high-stakes clash.

Editor’s Note: Weather delays and a tough opponent made this anything but straightforward, but Chelsea’s resilience keeps their hopes alive for a global trophy. For fans, it’s a reminder that even messy wins count—and sets up a juicy showdown with Palmeiras that could define their tournament run.

Chelsea squeezed past Benfica 4-1 in a bizarre, marathon Club World Cup match that included a lengthy weather delay and VAR drama, pushing the game into extra time. Christopher Nkunku’s decisive goal sealed the win, but the victory came at a cost—midfielder Moisés Caicedo picked up a yellow card and will miss the quarter-final. The match, Chelsea’s 61st of an exhausting season, felt like a test of endurance as much as skill.

Editor’s Note: For Chelsea fans, it’s another step forward in a packed season, but the toll of these marathon games is starting to show. The weather delays and VAR interruptions turned what should’ve been a straightforward win into a slog, and losing Caicedo for the next match isn’t ideal. Still, advancing in the Club World Cup keeps their hopes alive for more silverware—even if they’re running on fumes.

Chelsea pulled off a hard-fought victory against Benfica, winning 4-1 after extra time, to secure their spot in the FIFA Club World Cup quarterfinals. The match was tense, but the Blues turned up the heat when it mattered most.

Editor’s Note: For Chelsea fans, this is a big moment—they're still in the hunt for a major international trophy. The Club World Cup might not get as much hype as the Champions League, but winning it would cement their status as one of the best teams in the world this season. Plus, extra-time drama always makes for a better story.

European powerhouse Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) is set to clash with Lionel Messi’s new team, Inter Miami, in a high-profile FIFA Club World Cup match. The game is especially juicy because Messi—who once led PSG to glory—will now be facing his former teammates. Fans are eager to see the lineups and how both sides stack up in this cross-continental showdown.

Editor’s Note: This isn’t just another preseason friendly—it’s a rare matchup between a European giant and an ambitious MLS side, with Messi’s reunion adding extra drama. For soccer fans, it’s a chance to gauge how far Inter Miami has come (or how far they still have to go) against one of the world’s best clubs. Plus, it’s a glimpse into Messi’s evolving legacy post-PSG.

Jurgen Klopp, the former Liverpool manager, didn’t hold back when slamming FIFA’s expanded Club World Cup, calling it the "worst idea ever." His main gripe? The toll it’ll take on players’ health, cramming even more games into an already packed schedule.

Editor’s Note: Klopp’s outburst isn’t just about one tournament—it’s part of a bigger fight over player workload. With top athletes already stretched thin, his criticism highlights the growing tension between clubs, players, and governing bodies who keep adding more fixtures. It’s a debate that’ll keep raging as money and fatigue collide in modern football.

It's game time in the Club World Cup as Benfica and Chelsea face off in the last 16 in North Carolina. The players are walking onto the pitch one by one—same as the group stages—but since this is the knockout round, you’d expect a bit more flair. Maybe a dramatic entrance? The live updates will keep you in the loop as the action unfolds.