Luis Torres
Dailysports's expert
On June 20, 2025, the second round of the FIFA Club World Cup Group D will feature a clash between Flamengo and Chelsea. The match kicks off at 20:00 Central European Time. Let's take a look at a betting pick focused on goals scored in this showdown.
Flamengo
Flamengo made a confident start to their Club World Cup campaign, defeating Tunisian side Esperance 2-0 in their opening fixture. Their next opponent will be a much tougher challenger—Chelsea—in what promises to be a pivotal battle for a spot in the playoffs. This will mark the first-ever meeting between these two sides, adding an extra layer of intrigue to the encounter.
Flamengo already have a track record of strong performances at the Club World Cup: in 2022, the team finished third, beating Egypt's Al Ahly 4-2 in the bronze medal match. Currently, the squad is in excellent form—a streak of nine matches unbeaten across all competitions speaks for itself.
In Brazil's domestic league, after 11 rounds, Flamengo sit comfortably at the top of the table, displaying consistency and power. In the Copa Libertadores, they navigated a challenging group to reach the round of 16, where they'll face Internacional. All of this shows that the Brazilians arrive at the tournament in fine form and are determined to fight for the ultimate prize.
Chelsea
Chelsea, like their upcoming opponents, come into the match in terrific form. Over their last 10 fixtures, the Blues have suffered just one defeat—an away loss to Newcastle. They won all other matches, an impressive run that secured them a fourth-place finish in the Premier League and a ticket to next season's Champions League.
In addition, the Londoners lifted a trophy on the international stage, beating Spain's Real Betis in the Conference League final. While the tournament may be less prestigious, it's a significant victory for a club that had long been without international silverware. For head coach Enzo Maresca, this achievement is especially meaningful, solidifying his position at the helm.
Chelsea opened their Club World Cup campaign against Los Angeles, securing a convincing 2-0 win. The match was completely controlled by the English side, once again showcasing their confidence and quality.
An intriguing storyline surrounds this match—Chelsea could face their former midfielder Jorginho, who now represents Flamengo. It was with the London club that he won the Club World Cup in 2021, when Chelsea defeated Palmeiras 2-1 in the final.
Probable lineups
- Flamengo: Rossi, Varela, Ortiz, Pereira, Lucas, Pulgar, Jorginho, Araujo, De Arrascaeta, Gerson, Pedro.
- Chelsea: Sanchez, James, Adarabioyo, Colwill, Cucurella, Fernandez, Caicedo, Madueke, Palmer, Neto, Jackson.
Interesting facts and head-to-head
- Flamengo have won 7 of their last 8 matches.
- Flamengo have scored first in 8 of their last 9 matches.
- Chelsea have won 9 of their last 10 matches.
- Chelsea have scored first in 7 of their last 9 matches.
Prediction for Flamengo vs Chelsea
Both teams come into this match in top form. Flamengo are unbeaten in their last nine, lead the Brazilian league with confidence, and started the tournament strongly. Chelsea are also in a rich vein of form—nine wins in ten games, a Conference League triumph, and a dominant Club World Cup opener. Given the attacking talent on both sides, the abundance of individual brilliance, and the fighting spirit, we’re likely in for an open, entertaining contest with goals from both teams. My pick for this match: both teams to score, odds 1.86.
