Fluminense vs Chelsea Club World Cup Semifinal Kick-off Nepal Time

Fluminense and Chelsea are set to face off in a high-stakes semifinal clash at the FIFA Club World Cup 2025. The match will take place at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, kicking off at 12:45 AM Nepal Time on July 9.

Fluminense booked their spot in the semifinals with a 2–1 victory over Al Hilal. It was a confident display from the Brazilian side, combining sharp passing, midfield control, and efficient finishing to secure the win.

Match Details
Fixture: Fluminense vs Chelsea
Stage: FIFA Club World Cup 2025 – Semifinal
Date: July 9, 2025
Kick-off Time (Nepal): 12:45 AM
Venue: MetLife Stadium, New Jersey, USA

Chelsea, meanwhile, overcame Palmeiras in a dramatic 2–1 win. Cole Palmer opened the scoring early, but Palmeiras equalized through rising star Estevão. Chelsea pushed hard in the second half and grabbed the winner when a Malo Gusto cross led to an own goal, sending the Premier League side through.

Fluminense will rely on their signature possession-based play, led by midfield orchestrator Ganso and the experienced striker Germán Cano. They’ll look to break Chelsea’s rhythm and keep control in the middle of the park.

Chelsea brings energy and depth, with young talents like Palmer and Andrey Santos stepping up, and midfield strength from Enzo Fernández and Moisés Caicedo. Their pace on the wings and ability to press high could trouble the Brazilian defense.

This semifinal promises to be a clash of styles—Fluminense’s fluid buildup against Chelsea’s structured intensity. Both sides are hungry for a shot at the final.

Predicted score: Chelsea 2–1 Fluminense after extra time
Fluminense are likely to push the game deep, but Chelsea’s late-game edge and squad depth could prove decisive.

Only one will earn the chance to fight for global glory in the final.