Chelsea take on Saudi Arabian side Al-Hilal in the semi-finals of the FIFA Club World Cup on Wednesday afternoon in the opening fixture for Thomas Tuchel’s men.
The Champions League holders will aim to make it to the finals of the competition and clinch another piece of silverware under Tuchel’s charge despite an uninspiring run of form of late.
Plymouth Argyle proved to be a much tougher opponent than had been expected in the fourth round of the FA Cup for Chelsea who had to rely upon Marcos Alonso’s extra time strike to claim a 2-1 win.
Chelsea, however, are strong favourites for the forthcoming tie and should be in line for a routine victory to book their place in the final of the coveted Club World Cup.
WHEN & WHERE?
On the horizon. 👊#ClubWorldCup pic.twitter.com/4eOrJOUCnc
— Chelsea FC (@ChelseaFC) February 8, 2022
Date: Wednesday 8 February
Venue : Mohammed bin Zayed Stadium
TEAM NEWS
Full-back Reece James has been included in the travelling party for Chelsea despite concerns over the England international’s hamstring issue that has sidelined him of late.
Mason Mount is another Chelsea regular who could be in line to shake off his injury concerns to make the team sheet come Wednesday.
MATCH PREDICTION
It should prove to be a straightforward win for the UCL holders Chelsea barring any unexpected surprises.
Al-Hilal 1-3 Chelsea
