Chelsea has secured a place in the Club World Cup final after defeating Fluminense 2-0, thanks to a stunning performance from Joao Pedro, who netted both goals. The match took place Tuesday at MetLife Stadium, showcasing Pedro’s impressive skills in his first start for the Blues since joining from Brighton. This victory puts Chelsea coach Enzo Maresca in a strong position as they prepare to face either Paris Saint-Germain or Real Madrid in the final on July 13.

The Brazilian player has become the 10th scorer for Chelsea in this tournament, shedding light on Maresca’s potential dilemma regarding the striker’s position in the final.

Joao Pedro’s second goal, delivered with finesse, showcased his ability, while midfielders Moises Caicedo and Enzo Fernandez played pivotal roles, thwarting Fluminense’s advances. Fernandez’s playmaking was crucial, contributing an assist to Pedro’s final goal of the match.

“56’ JOÃO PEDRO HAS DONE IT AGAIN! ⚽️⚽️ A brace in his first @ChelseaFC start, two absolute bangers. The Brazilian wonderkid is making serious noise.” — DAZN Football

Leading up to halftime, Chelsea faced a near disaster when a VAR review spared Trevoh Chalobah from conceding a penalty. With their defense holding strong, Chelsea is on the verge of adding to their trophy cabinet soon, having most recently won the Conference League this season.

As they gear up for the final, Chelsea is determined to highlight their growth and competitiveness ahead of the upcoming Champions League season, confident in the performances displayed throughout the tournament.