🎥Estevao stunner, Chelsea struggle but fly into the semi-finals | OneFootball

Chelsea reaches the semi-finals of the 2025 Club World Cup thanks to a 2-1 victory over Palmeiras, achieved at the last moment.

Palmer scores, Estevao equalizes, then an own goal in the 83rd minute decides the match and sends the Blues to the Club World Cup semi-finals.

🎥 The match: Estevao dazzles, an own goal decides it all

In Philadelphia, the Blues immediately go on the attack and take the lead in the 16th minute: a perfect assist from Chalobah and a precise left-footed shot from Cole Palmer from the edge of the box, marking his first goal in the World Cup. Maresca's team dominates the first half, misses the chance to double the lead with Nkunku, and ends the half narrowly ahead.

The second half opens with Palmeiras' reaction: in the 8th minute, Estevao - who will soon wear Chelsea's jersey - enchants with a masterful play, surpassing Colwill and beating Sanchez with a powerful right-footed shot under the crossbar.

The English club responds by bringing in fresh forces: Joao Pedro and Madueke provide new energy, but the breakthrough comes in the 83rd minute. Malo Gusto shoots from outside after a corner, the ball is deflected first by Giay, then by Weverton, and ends up in the net.

Decisive own goal and ticket secured for the semi-final against Fluminense. The Londoners suffer but advance.

😥 Pedro Neto moved for Diogo Jota

Before the kickoff, a heartfelt minute of silence is observed in memory of Diogo Jota and his brother André, who tragically passed away two days ago in a car accident. Particularly touching is the gesture of Pedro Neto, Jota's national teammate, who enters the field with a jersey dedicated to the two brothers, and then displays it together with Enzo Fernández, visibly moved.

🤗 Estevao embraced by new teammates

At the end of the match, Palmer and the entire Chelsea team approach to greet and embrace Estevao, who scored a splendid goal that earned everyone's respect. For the young Brazilian talent, newly of age and with a bright future ahead, a warm welcome has already arrived at the Blues home.

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