Palmeiras vs Chelsea: Payback or Déjà Vu? – GSB Zambia Preview

Palmeiras vs Chelsea. The 2025 Club World Cup quarterfinal in Philadelphia. It’s a rematch of the 2021 final, and both sides are still carrying that weight. Can Palmeiras finally get revenge? Or will Chelsea come out on top again?

Form Guide

Palmeiras are showing grit. They edged out Botafogo 1-0 in extra time in the Round of 16 and haven’t lost yet (W2, D2). Just two goals conceded in four games. Their defense is tight — but they’ve yet to score a first-half goal all tournament. That slow start could be a problem.

Chelsea, on the other hand, looked sharp in their 4-1 extra-time win over Benfica. That’s six wins in their last seven, four by two goals or more. Their one slip? A 3-1 loss to Flamengo — another Brazilian side. That might shake their confidence heading into this one.

Palmeiras Recent Results

• Jul 2: vs Botafogo (1-0 W, AET)
• Jun 28: vs Inter Miami (2-2 D)
• Jun 25: vs Al Ahly (2-0 W)
• Jun 22: vs FC Porto (0-0 D)
• Jun 15: vs Cruzeiro (1-2 L)

Chelsea Recent Results

• Jul 2: vs Benfica (4-1 W, AET)
• Jun 29: vs Esperance (3-0 W)
• Jun 26: vs Flamengo (1-3 L)
• Jun 23: vs LAFC (2-0 W)

Predicted Lineups

Palmeiras (4-3-3): Weverton; Mayke, Giay, Bruno Fuchs, Vanderlan; Rios, Martinez, Mauricio; Allan, Vitor Roque, Estevao

Chelsea (4-3-3): Sanchez; James, Colwill, Chalobah, Cucurella; Enzo, Lavia, Dewsbury-Hall; Neto, Delap, Palmer

Unavailable Players

• Palmeiras: Piquerez, Gustavo Gómez (suspended), Murilo Cerqueira, Bruno Rodrigues (injured)
• Chelsea: Caicedo (suspended), Badiashile, Fofana, Kellyman (injured)

Head-to-Head

These two have only met once in a competitive match — the 2021 Club World Cup Final. Chelsea won 2-1 in extra time. A tight game with a late winner. They’ve since faced off in friendlies, but those don’t mean much now.

• Feb 12, 2022: Chelsea 2-1 Palmeiras (Club World Cup Final)

This game’s a whole new story. Different coaches. Different players. Different stakes.

Odds and Betting Tips

GSB Zambia’s offering strong odds on this matchup:

• Palmeiras win – 4.10
• Draw – 3.40
• Chelsea win – 2.06

Other bets worth a look:

• Over 2.5 goals — Chelsea matches usually deliver
• BTTS (Yes) — Palmeiras can sneak one in
• Pedro Neto to score anytime — he’s in form

Prediction

Palmeiras are tough to break down, but Chelsea’s attack is sharp. Expect a slow first half as both teams feel each other out. Then fireworks in the second. Chelsea’s depth and finishing power might just tip it.

Final Score Prediction: Palmeiras 0-1 Chelsea

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