Benfica vs Chelsea prediction, odds and betting offer
The Blues will be looking to book their place in the quarter-finals when they face Benfica in North Carolina this weekend
Chelsea face off against the formidable Benfica in North Carolina, marking the last-16 stage of the Club World Cup.
Chelsea kicked off their tournament journey with a solid 2-0 win over LAFC. However, they stumbled in their second match, succumbing to a 3-1 defeat at the hands of Brazilian team Flamengo, despite holding a lead at halftime.
This setback left them needing a crucial victory against Esperance Tunis in the early hours of Wednesday. Rising to the occasion, Chelsea delivered with goals from Tosin and Liam Delap during first-half stoppage time, followed by a late strike from Tyrique George, securing a commanding 3-0 win.
Benfica's campaign began on shaky ground, as they found themselves trailing 2-0 against Boca Juniors within the first 27 minutes of their opening game. Yet, under Bruno Lage's guidance, they showed resilience by clawing back to earn a 2-2 draw with the Argentine side. They then showcased their firepower by thrashing Auckland City with six unanswered goals in their subsequent match.
Needing just a point against Bayern Munich to advance, Benfica exceeded expectations by defeating the Bundesliga champions 1-0, thus clinching the top spot in Group C.
Benfica vs Chelsea Odds
Benfica - 27/10
Draw - 5/2
Chelsea - 23/20
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Benfica vs Chelsea Betting Tips
Chelsea to win and both teams to score - 10/3
Liam Delap to score anytime - 21/10
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