Chelsea and Palmeiras renew their rivalry in the second quarterfinal of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup, a rematch of the 2022 final where Chelsea emerged victorious. This high-stakes clash will see both clubs vie for a spot in the semifinals, with the winner set to face either Fluminense or Al Hilal. Chelsea navigated a tricky group stage and an extra-time Round of 16 tie, while Palmeiras advanced after a hard-fought all-Brazilian clash.
Chelsea’s journey to the quarterfinals saw them secure wins against Los Angeles and ES Tunis in the group stage, despite a 3-1 defeat to Brazilian club Flamengo. They then faced a demanding all-European Round of 16 tie against Benfica, which they won 4-1 after extra time. Palmeiras, on the other hand, progressed to the last 16 after two draws and a win in their group. They then overcame domestic rivals Botafogo with a Paulinho goal in extra time in their Round of 16 encounter. Tonight’s match at Lincoln Financial Field promises to be an intense tactical battle between two continental champions.
What Time Does Palmeiras vs. Chelsea Kick-Off?
- Location: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
- Stadium: Lincoln Financial Field
- Date: Friday, July 4, 2025
- Kick-off Time: 9:00 PM ET / 6:00 PM PT
- Indian Time (IST): 6:30 AM IST (Saturday, July 5, 2025)
- Referee: Alireza Faghani (Australia)
Palmeiras vs. Chelsea Head-to-Head Record (Last Five Games)
Chelsea and Palmeiras have met only once in a competitive fixture prior to this match.
- Palmeiras: 0 wins
- Chelsea: 1 win
- Draws: 0
- Last Meeting: February 12, 2022: Chelsea 2–1 Palmeiras (FIFA Club World Cup Final)
Current Form (All Competitions)
Palmeiras
- June 28, 2025: Palmeiras 1–0 Botafogo (AET) (CWC Round of 16)
- June 22, 2025: Palmeiras 2–2 Inter Miami (CWC Group Stage)
- June 18, 2025: Palmeiras 2–0 Al Ahly (CWC Group Stage)
- June 14, 2025: Palmeiras 0–0 Porto (CWC Group Stage)
- June 1, 2025: Atlético Mineiro 0–1 Palmeiras (BRA Serie A)
Chelsea
- June 28, 2025: Benfica 1–4 Chelsea (AET) (CWC Round of 16)
- June 22, 2025: ES Tunis 0–3 Chelsea (CWC Group Stage)
- June 18, 2025: Flamengo 3–1 Chelsea (CWC Group Stage)
- June 14, 2025: Chelsea 2–0 Los Angeles (CWC Group Stage)
- June 1, 2025: Chelsea 2–0 Crystal Palace (EPL)
Palmeiras Team News
Palmeiras enters this quarterfinal with some significant absences. Captain Gustavo Gómez is suspended after receiving a second yellow card in the Round of 16 win against Botafogo, which is a major blow to their defense. Fellow defender Joaquín Piquerez is also suspended. Additionally, defender Murilo is out for the rest of the tournament with a left thigh injury, and forwards Bruno Rodrigues and Figueiredo are unavailable. This means coach Abel Ferreira will need to shuffle his defensive lineup. Despite the defensive setbacks, young sensation Estêvão, who is set to join Chelsea in the future, is expected to feature prominently against his future club. Veteran goalkeeper Weverton is one of the few players from the 2022 Club World Cup final team expected to start this rematch.
Palmeiras Predicted Lineup vs. Chelsea
Palmeiras predicted lineup vs. Chelsea (4-2-3-1): Weverton; Giay, Micael, Fuchs, Vanderlan; Martínez, Ríos; Estêvão, Torres, Allan; Roque.
Chelsea Team News
Chelsea also faces some key absences for this quarterfinal clash. Midfielder Moisés Caicedo is suspended after accumulating a second yellow card in the tournament. Star forward Nicolas Jackson is also unavailable, serving a two-match ban for a red card received in the group stage. Defender Wesley Fofana is the only confirmed injury absentee from the first-team squad. However, Chelsea has received a boost with the arrival of new signing João Pedro from Brighton, who has completed his move and joined the squad. While he may start on the bench, he provides a fresh attacking option. Liam Delap is tipped to lead the line once again. Cole Palmer is expected to provide support from wide areas, while Reece James, available and eager to make his mark, could feature in central midfield in Caicedo’s absence.
Chelsea Predicted Lineup vs. Palmeiras
Chelsea predicted lineup vs. Palmeiras (4-2-3-1): Sanchez; Gusto, Chalobah, Colwill, Cucurella; James, Lavia; Madueke, Fernandez, Palmer; Delap.
Palmeiras vs. Chelsea Score Prediction
This quarterfinal is a rematch with significant stakes. Chelsea, despite a mixed group stage, showed resilience in their extra-time win over Benfica. Palmeiras, while defensively solid, faces a daunting task with several key players, including their captain, suspended. Chelsea’s attacking depth, bolstered by new signing João Pedro, should be enough to exploit Palmeiras’s weakened defense. However, Palmeiras has proven their ability to grind out results, and the presence of young Estêvão could ignite their offense. While it’s expected to be a competitive match, Chelsea’s overall squad quality and the suspensions impacting Palmeiras tilt the balance in favor of the English side. Expect Chelsea to secure a hard-fought victory.
Prediction: Palmeiras 1–2 Chelsea.
How to Watch Palmeiras vs. Chelsea on TV, Live Stream
| Country | TV/Live Stream |
|---|---|
| United States | DAZN, TBS |
| United Kingdom | DAZN |
| Canada | DAZN |
| Mexico | DAZN, tabii |
| India | DAZN app/website, FanCode app/website |
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