Chelsea Reaches Club World Cup Final With Joao Pedro Brace vs Fluminense

Chelsea secured their place in the final of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup with a 2-0 victory over Fluminense, powered by a standout performance from new signing Joao Pedro. The 23-year-old Brazilian striker, signed from Brighton for around £60 million, scored both goals, including a curling shot into the top corner and a powerful finish off the bar, demonstrating his immediate impact and superiority over former Chelsea striker Nicolas Jackson. Chelsea controlled much of the match, with key contributions from players like Moises Caicedo and Marc Cucurella, who made a crucial goal-line clearance, and they overcame a disallowed penalty against them after a VAR review. Despite an ankle injury to Caicedo in the closing minutes raising concerns for the final, Chelsea's depth and tactical versatility were evident as they dominated Fluminense, who were applauded for their effort despite the loss. Joao Pedro's performance has been widely praised, with fans and analysts highlighting his quality and potential to be a transformative signing for Chelsea. The Blues await the winner of the other semi-final between Real Madrid and Paris Saint-Germain for the final showdown.