Chelsea defeated Fluminense 2-0 in the FIFA Club World Cup semi-final, securing their place in the final. Joao Pedro, making his first start for Chelsea after signing from Brighton, scored both goals. The first came in the 18th minute, showcasing his skill with a curled effort into the top corner. Chelsea controlled the match, having previously defeated Palmeiras in the quarter-finals. Fluminense struggled to create chances, unable to replicate their prior successes against European teams in the tournament.
Joao Pedro returned to haunt his former side as Chelsea comfortably saw off Fluminense 2-0, scoring sublime goals in either half to seal a deserved win.
The Brazilian striker, who played for Fluminense's youth sides for close to a decade, was the stand-out player in a controlled Chelsea performance.
Enzo Maresca's side has now recorded back-to-back wins against Brazilian opposition after defeating Palmeiras 2-1 in the quarter-finals.
Chelsea's first goal came in the 18th minute when Pedro curled a sublime effort into the top corner from the edge of the penalty area.
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