Chelsea Reach Club World Cup Last 16 With 3-0 Win Over ES Tunis

Chelsea secured a 3-0 victory over ES Tunis to advance to the last 16 of the Club World Cup, setting up a match against Group C winners Benfica. Manager Enzo Maresca expressed pride in the team's progress, highlighting the significance of reaching this stage especially with strong competition like Atletico Madrid already eliminated. Chelsea's defense was notably effective, preventing ES Tunis from any shots inside the box for the first time since May 2022. Maresca also praised young striker Liam Delap for his quick adaptation to the team’s playing style, as well as 19-year-old Tyrique George, who became Chelsea's youngest scorer in the Club World Cup during the match. George's performance continues a promising trajectory following his contributions to Chelsea's UEFA Conference League success. Overall, Maresca emphasized the importance of being proud of their achievement and aiming to reach the quarterfinals.