The FIFA Club World Cup semi-final is set for a compelling clash on Wednesday, July 9, 2025, as Premier League giants Chelsea face off against Brazil's Fluminense. The highly anticipated match will take place at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey.
Chelsea enters this semi-final on a strong run of form, having secured qualification for next year's UEFA Champions League and recently lifting a European trophy. Under Enzo Maresca, the Blues have advanced with four wins from five matches in the tournament. Their journey included a hard-fought 2-1 victory over fellow Brazilian side Palmeiras in the quarter-finals, where Cole Palmer's opener and an Agustin Giay own goal sealed their progress.
They had previously overcome Benfica in the last 16, albeit requiring extra time after a weather delay. Despite a 3-1 group stage defeat to Flamengo, Chelsea, the 2021 Club World Cup winners, are now eyeing another final appearance and a potential cup double after their recent Conference League triumph. The match will also see Chelsea's former defensive stalwart, Thiago Silva, line up against his old club, adding an intriguing layer to the contest.
Fluminense, the last South American team standing, have defied expectations to reach this stage. The 2023 Copa Libertadores winners kept their Club World Cup dreams alive with a notable 2-1 victory over big spenders Al-Hilal in the quarter-finals, a match played in Orlando. Martinelli's superb finish put them ahead, and after Al-Hilal equalised, substitute Hercules once again proved to be the hero, slotting home the winner.
Their journey to the semi-finals also included a 2-0 upset over Inter Milan in the last 16. Fluminense progressed as Group F runners-up, remaining undefeated in 11 matches overall and boasting five clean sheets in their last seven outings. Notably, half of their eight goals in the US have come in the 70th minute or later, showcasing their late-game resilience, with their defence, led by the experienced Thiago Silva, conceding only one second-half goal thus far. Despite finishing just four points above the relegation zone last season in the Campeonato Brasileiro, Fluminense is now just two wins away from a historic world title.
This semi-final promises to be a battle of contrasting styles. Chelsea will aim to leverage their squad depth and attacking prowess, while Fluminense will rely on their disciplined defence and late-game heroics. The winner will earn a coveted spot in the final, facing either Paris Saint-Germain or Real Madrid. Current odds suggest Chelsea are favourites to win, but Fluminense's impressive run and the emotional factor of Thiago Silva facing his former team could make this a truly unpredictable encounter.
Fluminense Vs Chelsea, FIFA Club World Cup 2025 - Live Streaming Details
When is the Fluminense Vs Chelsea, FIFA Club World Cup 2025 semi-final match?
The Fluminense Vs Chelsea, FIFA Club World Cup 2025 semi-final match will be held on Wednesday, July 9, at the MetLife Stadium in New Jersey at 12:30 AM IST.
Where to watch the Fluminense Vs Chelsea, FIFA Club World Cup 2025 semi-final match?
The Fluminense Vs Chelsea, FIFA Club World Cup 2025 semi-final match will be live-streamed on the DAZN Network. In India, the tournament isn't available for telecast.
