Chelsea Advances to Club World Cup Quarterfinals After Thrilling Win Over Benfica
TL;DR
Chelsea defeated Benfica 4-1 after extra time in the Club World Cup, with key performances from Enzo Fernández, Reece James, and a series of late goals from Nkunku, Neto, and Dewsbury-Hall, despite Benfica's efforts and a late penalty. The match featured tactical battles, red cards, and notable player ratings, setting up Chelsea for their next match against Palmeiras.
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