Chelsea Defeated Benfica by a Big Margin (video)

The match between Benfica and Chelsea in the Round of 16 of the Club World Cup has concluded. In this encounter, the “Blues” secured a 4–1 victory and advanced to the next stage.

In the 64th minute, Reece James successfully converted a free-kick to open the scoring. However, in the 85th minute, the match was interrupted due to heavy rain and lightning. Afterward, the players returned to the field, and the referee added 6 minutes to regular time.

During this added time, a penalty was awarded in favor of the Portuguese side. Ángel Di María took the shot from the 11-meter mark and equalized the score, sending the match into extra time.

In the extra period, Nkunku scored in the 108th minute, putting his team ahead (1–2). Then in the 114th and 117th minutes, Pedro Neto and Kiernan scored, securing a big win (1–4).

Thus, Enzo Maresca’s team will face Brazil’s Palmeiras in the quarterfinals. Read 'Zamin' on Telegram!