🔢 What the stats say about Flamengo's Club World Cup win over Chelsea | OneFootball

In a match that showcased momentum swings and tactical drama, Flamengo came from behind to defeat Chelsea 3-1 in their second Club World Cup group stage clash on Friday.

What looked like a controlled Chelsea performance in the first half quickly unravelled as Flamengo’s second-half substitutes turned the tide with intensity, set-piece precision, and clinical finishing.

Here's what the stats reveal about a match that saw Flamengo take control in Group D.

🔢 Key Match Metrics

It was a tight duel, with Flamengo seeing 51.5% possession and Flamengo, while the Brazilian side were better in the shots department, attempting nine on target to Chelsea's four.

The game was physical as both teams saw three yellow cards early on, but Chelsea’s game was marred by Nicolas Jackson’s straight red in the 68th minute, just four minutes after coming on for a dangerous foul on Ayrton Lucas, marking a big turning point.

📊 xG Snapshot & Insights

Flamengo outperformed on chances and, while the final scoreline was 3-1, the xG gap (1.76 vs 1.20) suggests Flamengo created notably better scoring opportunities, especially in the second half.

Chelsea’s 1.20 xG indicates they also generated quality chances, although Pedro Neto’s early opener matched that expectation. But with only one goal, they weren't as efficient.

A significant part of Flamengo’s xG likely came from corners and set plays, mirroring their real-match edge in those situations.

A first-half xG close to parity suggests a tight initial 45 minutes. Flamengo’s superior second-half xG underscores how their substitutions and tactical shift swung the momentum.

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