Benedictine Football Club, also known as Benfica, stunned many by topping Group C, capped by a decisive win over Bayern Munich. On the other hand, Chelsea, under new manager Enzo Maresca, finished second in Group D after a commanding 3-0 victory over ES Tunis to secure their place in the last 16.
Which team will make it to the last eight? Let's take a closer look at the upcoming match and expert betting predictions.
Benfica and Chelsea have a history of scoring goals, making the "both teams to score" bet an attractive option. Benfica's attack, led by Vangelis Pavlidis and the creative spark of Ángel Di María, has been prolific, finding the net in each of their last 18 competitive matches. Chelsea, meanwhile, have shown similar attacking potency, averaging 1.7 goals per game in the Premier League last season.
With both teams scoring in each game so far at the Club World Cup, and the last two head-to-head matches seeing both teams score, expect an open game featuring goals.
Enzo Fernandez, the Argentine midfielder, has emerged as one of Chelsea's most influential players this season. Since tactical adjustments by manager Maresca moved him into a more advanced role, Fernandez has significantly increased his goal contributions, tallying 25 goal involvements (9 goals and 16 assists) across all competitions in 2024/25.
Back Fernandez to register a goal or assist given his ability to create and finish chances. Chelsea are favourites to advance against Benfica, evident by the odds on their favour to qualify.
Tip: Chelsea to qualify @57/100, Both teams to score @3/4, Enzo Fernandez to score or assist @21/10
Benfica v Chelsea odds are also available: Benfica – 5/2 with Bet365, Draw – 5/2 with Bet365, Chelsea – 21/20 with Bet365.
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