Chelsea Advances Club World Cup Knockouts with 3-0 ES Tunis Win, Delap Scores First Goals

Chelsea secured a 3-0 victory over ES Tunis to advance to the knockout stages of the FIFA Club World Cup, with new signing Liam Delap scoring his first goal for the club. Delap's performance, including a goal and an assist, has strengthened his position as Chelsea’s leading striker, especially with rival Nicolas Jackson suspended due to disciplinary issues. The match, played in sweltering 45-degree heat, saw Chelsea's tactical discipline and squad depth on display under coach Enzo Maresca, who rotated the lineup to rest key players. Chelsea now faces Benfica in the Round of 16, who themselves stunned Bayern Munich with a 1-0 win to top their group. Benfica’s victory and Chelsea’s progress set up a high-stakes clash, with both teams confident after strong performances. Chelsea’s young players, led by Delap’s emerging form, are proving capable on the big stage, offering hope for the club’s future in the tournament.