Chelsea marked their Club World Cup debut with a convincing 2-0 victory over Los Angeles FC in their Group D opener on Monday.
The Blues, representing the Premier League in this year's expanded tournament, dominated the early proceedings before breaking the deadlock in the 34th minute. Pedro Neto showcased exceptional skill, controlling a long ball with two sublime touches before firing a precise shot into the bottom corner past former Tottenham goalkeeper Hugo Lloris.
Despite showing more attacking intent after the interval, the MLS side struggled to convert their chances, lacking the necessary cutting edge in the final third.
Chelsea midfielder Enzo Fernández eventually sealed the result in the 79th minute with a neat finish, putting the game beyond LAFC's reach.
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Following this successful start, Chelsea will face Brazilian side Flamengo in their next Group D match on Friday. Meanwhile, Los Angeles FC will look to bounce back when they take on Tunisia's Esperance in their second group game.
This victory puts Chelsea in a strong position to advance from their group in the newly expanded Club World Cup format, as they aim to claim the prestigious international trophy for the first time in the club's history.
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