Chelsea knocked out Palmeiras from the Club World Cup after a crazy match that ended 2-1. The English team advanced to the semi-finals thanks to a lucky bounce off the Brazilian keeper. Weverton accidentally put the ball into his net during the final minutes. The goalkeeping mistake sent Chelsea through to face another Brazilian side called Fluminense. Over 65,000 fans packed the stadium in Philadelphia to watch the drama unfold.
Cole Palmer put Chelsea ahead early with a brilliant solo effort. The England star collected the ball outside the penalty area and slotted home a perfect shot. Palmer gave his team the perfect start against tough Brazilian opposition. Chelsea looked comfortable with their lead for most of the first half. The Premier League side almost doubled their advantage before halftime.
Estevao Willian had other plans for his future employers at Stamford Bridge. The teenage Brazilian wonder kid leveled the score eight minutes after the break. Estevao controlled a pass inside the Chelsea box and fired a surprise shot past the goalkeeper. The 18-year-old star will join Chelsea after this tournament finishes. His equalizer set up a thrilling finish to the quarter-final clash.
Malo Gusto delivered the decisive moment with seven minutes left on the clock. His cross from the left deflected off a defender and caught Weverton completely off guard. The ball hit the Palmeiras keeper and rolled into the net for the winner.
Cole Palmer put Chelsea ahead early with a brilliant solo effort. The England star collected the ball outside the penalty area and slotted home a perfect shot. Palmer gave his team the perfect start against tough Brazilian opposition. Chelsea looked comfortable with their lead for most of the first half. The Premier League side almost doubled their advantage before halftime.
Estevao Willian had other plans for his future employers at Stamford Bridge. The teenage Brazilian wonder kid leveled the score eight minutes after the break. Estevao controlled a pass inside the Chelsea box and fired a surprise shot past the goalkeeper. The 18-year-old star will join Chelsea after this tournament finishes. His equalizer set up a thrilling finish to the quarter-final clash.
Malo Gusto delivered the decisive moment with seven minutes left on the clock. His cross from the left deflected off a defender and caught Weverton completely off guard. The ball hit the Palmeiras keeper and rolled into the net for the winner.
