In a thrilling FIFA Club World Cup match, 54,000 fans gathered at Lincoln Financial Field to witness Chelsea's defeat against Flamengo. Chelsea's manager Enzo Maresca fielded an unorthodox lineup, aiming for fresh tactical solutions. Despite hopes pinned on Cole Palmer to shine, he continued to struggle, having only netted once in his previous 25 matches. Flamengo took advantage of a defensive error by Chelsea, with Pedro Neto scoring the opening goal against the run of play, showcasing the unpredictability and excitement of football on a world stage.
"Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca was experimenting with a makeshift starting XI that saw Reece James operate in central midfield alongside Moises Caicedo..."
"Palmer stated, 'I feel like [my big-game record] has been from young... I always seemed to do something in them.'"
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