It doesn't get any more American than being in Philadelphia, PA, USA on the Fourth of July. Philadelphia is where America was "born," with the signing of the Declaration of Independence on July 4th, 1776. The document declaring independence from Great Britain 249 years ago created America's "birthday," so you got to love the coincidence/natural imagery of a team from London, … [Read more...] about Chelsea FC Starting Lineup Prediction vs Palmeiras (Club World Cup Quarterfinal)
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Chelsea FC Team News vs Palmeiras: Kepa, Caicedo, Gittens, Pedro
Lots of Chelsea FC team news, of all sorts, ahead of their FIFA Club World Cup clash with Palmeiras on the Fourth of July. Let's start with the roster makeover, via the summer transfer window. Kepa Arrizabalaga, who broke the world record transfer fee for a goalkeeper when he moved over in 2018 from his boyhood club Athletic Bilbao, has officially joined Arsenal. Kepa signed … [Read more...] about Chelsea FC Team News vs Palmeiras: Kepa, Caicedo, Gittens, Pedro
Real Madrid Starting Lineup Prediction vs Juventus
Kylian Mbappe is back to match fit and Endrick is back in training for Real Madrid, providing a double fitness boost. However, don't expect either one to start against Juventus on Tuesday night. Mbappe will likely off the bench while Endrick won't be available- he's being eased along slowly. All in all, this should be as box office as it gets, at least by Club … [Read more...] about Real Madrid Starting Lineup Prediction vs Juventus
Manchester City Team News vs Al-Hilal: Claudio Echeverri, Rico Lewis
Claudio Echeverri scored his first ever goal for Manchester City, against Al Ain, but unfortunately, it will be the only goal that the young Argentine scores at this tournament. The ankle injury that Echeverri suffered has turned out to be pretty significant, and his tourney is now over. “Problems in the ankle, two, three weeks out,” City manager Pep Guardiola said. … [Read more...] about Manchester City Team News vs Al-Hilal: Claudio Echeverri, Rico Lewis
Manchester City Starting Lineup Prediction vs Al-Hilal
While opinions on the Club World Cup are mixed, just appreciate that it's there on days when the summer transfer window is slow. Manchester City versus Al-Hilal may not jump out at you as a can't miss match, by any means, but this summer's transfer window has often been lacking at times. It has been good to have the CWC around on days like that; and there have been a few. … [Read more...] about Manchester City Starting Lineup Prediction vs Al-Hilal
Bayern Munich vs Flamengo Team News, Starting Lineup Predictions
It's no secret that the FIFA Club World Cup has been dominated by European sides throughout most of its history. Brazil is the only country outside of Europe to have ever produced a CWC winner, and that was 13 years ago. Maybe Flamengo could end this drought? In group stage, they were the most impressive non-European team. Bayern Munich will have to be on point here, in order … [Read more...] about Bayern Munich vs Flamengo Team News, Starting Lineup Predictions
Chelsea Starting Lineup Prediction vs Benfica (Club World Cup)
The 2025 FIFA Club World Cup knockout round is here, and while we don't know all the specific matchups yet, Chelsea FC vs Benfica is one that certainly stands out. The knockout round should give the tournament an added jolt of excitement, which it certainly needs. The group stage provided some nice upsets, and a fair amount of drama here and there, but interest and attention … [Read more...] about Chelsea Starting Lineup Prediction vs Benfica (Club World Cup)
Chelsea FC Team News vs Benfica: Suspension Situation Update
Nicolas Jackson remains suspended for Chelsea FC as they begin their Club World Cup knockout round campaign against Benfica. Jackson will serve the second of his two match ban in the round of 16 against a side that were surprise group winners. Chelsea FC are quite fortunate however, in that Nico is their only suspended player for this upcoming match. … [Read more...] about Chelsea FC Team News vs Benfica: Suspension Situation Update
Manchester City Starting XI Prediction vs Juventus (Club World Cup)
Thursday night's match between Manchester City and Juventus would certainly draw a lot more attention if it were in a different competition. Instead it's the final Club World Cup group stage clash for two sides that have already advanced through to the knockout round. Even if Man City versus Juve was a standalone friendly, staged in late July or early August it might get more … [Read more...] about Manchester City Starting XI Prediction vs Juventus (Club World Cup)
Manchester City Team News vs Juventus: Rico Lewis Update
Pep Guardiola's Manchester City side look like a team on a mission right now. With eight goals scored and none conceded through the first two Club World Cup fixtures, the Sky Blues are obviously playing to win this tournament (of let's say "debatable" meaning and significance). Heading into the next clash, there is only one fresh selection concern- fullback Rico Lewis has seen … [Read more...] about Manchester City Team News vs Juventus: Rico Lewis Update
