- Date: Saturday, June 28, 2025
- Stadium: Bank of America Stadium
- Kick-off Time: 9 p.m. BST / 4 p.m. ET / 1 p.m. PT
- Referee: Slavko Vinčić (SVN)
- Location: Charlotte, United States
The round of 16 of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup kicks off on Saturday, with Benfica and Chelsea at the Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, United States. Both sides are seeking a place in the quarterfinal, where they will face the winner of Palmeiras vs Botafogo. Our expert analyst has provided the reader with the previews and predictions of this exciting match. With everything to play for, this one promises intensity from the first whistle.
 
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Benfica Lisbon
Benfica had an incredible journey to the knockout stage of the FIFA Club World Cup as they finished the group stage round with an unbeaten record, winning twice and playing a draw. The Portuguese giant’s incredible performance in the final group stage game against Bayern Munich, where they recorded a 1-0 win on matchday three, propelled them to the top spot in Group C. The Eagles’ frontline has been impressive so far in the tournament, scoring a total of nine goals, including a 6-0 win over Auckland City.
Chelsea
Chelsea are also enjoying an incredible performance in the FIFA Club World Cup, with Enzo Maresca’s men managing two wins and a loss during the group stage round. The Blues finished as the runner-up of Group D behind Flamengo after beating Esperance Tunis 3-0 on matchday three. The matchday three result saw them bounce back from a 3-1 defeat to Flamengo on matchday two. Nicolas Jackson remains suspended for Chelsea, and Liam Delap is expected to lead the attack.
Head-to-Head
Chelsea have won all three meetings against Benfica in UEFA competitions, and they remained the favourites in this game.
- Benfica 1-2 Chelsea
- Chelsea 2-1 Benfica
- Benfica 0-1 Chelsea
Possible Lineup:
Benfica: Trubin; Aursnes, Silva, Otamendi, Carreras; Barreiro, Sanches; Di María, Prestianni, Schjelderup; Pavlidis
Chelsea: Sánchez; James, Adarabioyo, Colwill, Cucurella; Caicedo, Fernández; Neto, Palmer, Madueke; Delap
Key Players to Watch:
- Benfica: Di María
- Chelsea: Fernández, Palmer, Delap
📺 Where to Watch:
The match will be available live on SuperSport, FIFA+, and select local broadcasters depending on your region.
🌍 Global Streaming & Cable
- DAZN — DAZN will stream all matches for free, and it will be available in all countries. To access the FIFA Club World Cup match for free, just download the free DAZN app from your normal app store on your TV, phone, tablet, or streaming device.
- TNT Sports / TBS / truTV (U.S.)
- FIFA+ — free global streaming via FIFA’s platform
🧠 GoalBangWays Prediction Insight:
Given the build-up, recent form, and head-to-head record, Chelsea head into this game as our hot favourite, with the Blues having won each of their last three meetings with Benfica. Also, backing both teams to find the net looks like a decent pick with both sides’ attacking frontlines in good scoring form in the competitions.
