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The Latest Breaking News from Benfica

‘It’s not football’: Maresca furious after Chelsea’s two-hour weather delay

Manager says US ‘not the right place’ to host Club World Cup after Chelsea beat Benfica 4-1 in extra time

The Guardian - AU

Enzo Maresca bemoans two-hour delay that prolonged Chelsea's Club World Cup last 16 tie

Knockout encounter was suspended due to ominous weather conditions

Evening Standard

Chelsea ratings vs Benfica: Reece James and Christopher Nkunku star as Blues reach Club World Cup last eight

Skipper back in the side and back with a goal in a thrilling encounter

Evening Standard

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Chelsea book Club World Cup quarter-final spot after long weather delay

Benfica took the game to extra-time with a late penalty after the match had been suspended with four minutes remaining.

The Independent UK

Nkunku extra-time goal sees Chelsea through to Club World Cup last eight after four-hour match

Chelsea overcome long weather delay to take 1-4 victory over Benfica but play of the match Caicedo will miss quarter-final after receiving yellow card

The Guardian - AU

Benfica 1–4 Chelsea: Player Ratings As Blues Survive Weather Delay, Extra Time

Chelsea are into the FIFA Club World Cup quarterfinals after a lengthy weather delay and extra time against Benfica.

Sports Illustrated

Thunderstorm forces players off in Chelsea’s CWC last-16 clash with Benfica

Enzo Maresca’s side were leading 1-0 at the time.

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Benfica 1-4 Chelsea (aet): Club World Cup, last 16 – as it happened

MBM: Chelsea shrugged off a long weather delay and the dramatic concession of an injury-time equaliser to make it to the quarters. Scott Murray was watching

The Guardian - UK

Chelsea Learn Opponent for Club World Cup Quarterfinals

Chelsea will face another Brazilian team in the FIFA Club World Cup quarterfinals.

Sports Illustrated

Chelsea 4-1 Benfica LIVE: Club World Cup result, match stream, and latest updates

Premier League side needed to make a statement as knockout stages commence

Evening Standard

Chelsea vs Benfica live: Result and reaction as Blues progress after extra time drama and long weather delay

Chelsea 4-1 Benfica (a.e.t.): A protracted game finally ended more than four and a half hours after kicking off in Charlotte

The Independent UK

AC Milan Confirm Final Transfer Decision on Chelsea Outcast Joao Felix

Chelsea outsider João Félix spent the second half of the 2024–25 season at AC Milan and will leave the Blues permanently this summer.

Sports Illustrated

Chelsea XI vs Benfica: Confirmed team news and injury latest for Club World Cup

Cole Palmer will return to the starting line-up

Evening Standard

How to watch Palmeiras vs Botafogo: TV channel and live stream for Club World Cup match today

The Club World Cup knockout rounds start here

Evening Standard

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The Independent UK

Is Chelsea vs Benfica on TV? Kick-off time, channel and how to watch Club World Cup for free

Everything you need to know ahead of the round of 16 clash

The Guardian - AU

Enzo Maresca intent on resisting interest in Chelsea defender Josh Acheampong

Clubs in England and Europe are tracking the 19-year-old while Enzo Fernandez is impressing the boss ahead of facing his old club Benfica

Sports Illustrated

Benfica vs. Chelsea Key Battles: Delap, Otamendi Tussle Could Be Decisive

Chelsea face a tough test against Benfica in the last 16 of the Club World Cup.

The Independent UK

Enzo Fernandez will be even better next season – Enzo Maresca

The Chelsea boss expects the Argentina midfielder to continue his improvement as he prepares to face former club Benfica.

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Al Jazeera

Chelsea vs Benfica: FIFA Club World Cup – teams, lineups, start

Chelsea face Benfica in an all-European round of 16 tie at the FIFA Club World Cup. Al Jazeera takes a closer look.

Sports Illustrated

Benfica vs. Chelsea: Preview, Predictions and Lineups

Chelsea take on fellow Europeans Benfica in the last 16 of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup on Saturday.

Sports Illustrated

Real Madrid’s Route to 2025 Club World Cup Final: Gauntlet Run to MetLife

How Real Madrid can reach the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup final, having qualified for the knockout phase as Group H winners.

Sports Illustrated

Man City’s Route to 2025 Club World Cup Final: Potential UCL Final Repeat Beckons

How Man City can reach the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup final, having qualified for the knockout phase.

Evening Standard

Chelsea: Benfica eye Joao Felix reunion as forward looks for fresh move after dour AC Milan loan

Felix failed to impress Enzo Maresca at Chelsea last season and is set for yet another transfer

Sports Illustrated

Chelsea Predicted Lineup vs. Benfica: Palmer Among Returning Stars

How Chelsea could line up for their Club World Cup last 16 clash with Benfica.

The Guardian - UK

Your Guardian sport weekend: Club World Cup last 16, F1 Austrian GP and more

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