June 28, 2025, 21:00 UTC+0
Bank of America Stadium, Charlotte, USA
A high-stakes FIFA Club World Cup Round of 16 clash as Benfica and Chelsea collide under the North Carolina lights. Benfica, fresh off a shock 1-0 win over Bayern Munich, ride the momentum of Ángel Di María’s leadership and Andreas Schjelderup’s rising stardom. Chelsea, powered by Enzo Fernández’s midfield mastery and Liam Delap’s emerging threat, aim to extend their perfect 3-0 record against the Portuguese giants. With tactical battles brewing—Benfica’s high-press aggression versus Chelsea’s possession dominance—this duel promises fireworks, where a quarterfinal berth and European pride hang in the balance.