Chelsea dominated early and then overcame a surging Palmeiras to clinch a spot in the Club World Cup semifinals. Chelsea dispatched Palmeiras 2–1 to march on to the Club World Cup semifinals in a game that ended up being closer than it appeared in the first half.

The Club World Cup quarter-finals continue today with Palmeiras and Chelsea facing off at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia. Palmeiras eliminated fellow Brazilian side Botafogo in the round of 16 to reach this stage, while Chelsea progressed from a chaotic weather-delayed match in Charlotte against Benfica.

Chelsea head into this week's FIFA Club World Cup semi-final looking to end their season by lifting another European trophy. After beating Palmeiras on Friday, The Blues face more Brazilian opposition in the final four as they take on Fluminense on Tuesday in New York.