As the only European team in Group D, Chelsea is the number one favorite in this group. After winning the European League championship, the team is currently full of confidence. This Club World Cup is expected to become a key node for the Blues to return to the peak.
【Basic Information】
Country: England
Continent: Europe
Promotion path: 2020-2021 Champions League Champions League
Main honors: 1 Club World Cup champion, 2 European Champion, 2 Europa League Champions
Past Club World Cup record: 2 Club World Cup participation, champion (2021), runner-up (2012)
[Scene Analysis]
Chelsea had been in a while after winning the Champions League championship. In the 2022-2023 season, they ranked only 12th in the Premier League. However, in the past two seasons, Chelsea has gradually returned to normal. This season they ranked fourth in the Premier League and won a place in the Champions League next season. Winning the European Union championship also increased confidence for the team.
In Group D, Chelsea is undoubtedly the most powerful team. If nothing unexpected happens, they will likely lock in the top spot in the group. However, Chelsea was one of the few Champions League winners who lost the final of the Club World Cup. Considering that the team has many young players, coach Maresca needs to take extra careful precautions when playing against Flamenco and Los Angeles FC.
【Star Player】
Palmer’s role in Chelsea is obvious enough. This season, he scored 15 goals and sent 8 assists in the Premier League, showing the attack power of the top midfielder. In the Club World Cup, his performance will be Chelsea’s biggest highlight.
The performance of World Cup champion Enzo Fernandez is also worthy of attention. He contributed 6 goals and 7 assists in the Premier League this season, and has taken on the heavy responsibility of the core of the midfield. Enzo, who performed well in the World Cup in 2022, performed well in the Club World Cup, is also expected to become a hot topic.
In addition, the full-back Kukurelia, who has been in the youth training period, has beenJames, who plays for Chelsea, will also assume heavy responsibility in this Club World Cup. Future stars such as Lavia and Maduaike are also in the process of rapid growth. Chelsea’s little demons have enviable talents. They will not only compete for good results in this Club World Cup, but also hope to become the mainstream of world football in the next few years.
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