Joao Pedro marked his first start for Chelsea with a stunning brace as the Blues defeated Fluminense 2–0 to book their place in the Club World Cup final.
At the FIFA Club World Cup in Philadelphia, Chelsea and Fluminense emerged victorious in their quarter-final clashes, securing semi-final berths with hard-fought 2-1 wins over Palmeiras and Al-Hilal, respectively.
In a stunning upset at the Club World Cup, Fluminense silenced Inter Milan with a commanding 2-0 victory on Monday in Charlotte, booking their place in the quarterfinals and sending shockwaves through the tournament.
Mamelodi Sundowns were eliminated from the FIFA Club World Cup after a 0-0 draw with Brazilian champions Fluminense in Miami Gardens, Florida on Wednesday.
Niklas Sule described the pitch as "pretty terrible" following Borussia Dortmund's goalless draw against Fluminense in their Club World Cup opener at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey.
Jobe Bellingham could make a stunning debut for Borussia Dortmund in their FIFA Club World Cup opener against Fluminense, with reports suggesting the young star might start or feature early as a substitute.