FIFA Club World Cup situation: Boca youth loses a good game, Chelsea defends the iron barrel formation

In the Group D match of the club World Cup Group D on Monday, Chelsea beat Los Angeles FC 2-0, demonstrating their strength as a favorite to win the championship. The Blues opened fire at the beginning, and Liam Delapp's amazing debut and assist helped Enzo Fernandez score the key second goal. Although Los Angeles Football Club needs to eliminate Club America through the play-offs and replace Leon Club to participate, they show tenacious fighting spirit when facing Chelsea. On the same day, the Boca youth and Benfica staged a fierce battle between red cards and goals, while Flamenco defeated Tunisian powerhouse Esperance 2-0 in the finale at night, following Chelsea's pace. On Thursday, these powerhouses will face off again to compete for the top of Group D.

Flamengo and new player Jorginho attacked hand in hand. Jorginho immediately showed his power and quickly integrated into the team after transferring from Arsenal. Shortly after Flamengo started, Luis Araujo assisted Gianga da Lhasakata to take the lead, and then Jorginho assisted Araujo to secure the victory. Although Esperance once snatched the score, Flamenco's security ball completely defeated the opponent's hope of counterattack.

Chelsea started strongly. Although Chelsea broke the deadlock later by Pedro Neto, the continued high-pressure tactics made Los Angeles Football Club difficult to resist. The Blues won another game, leaving no room for their opponents to catch up. Drapp showed his talent in his debut since transferring to Chelsea from Ipswich Town, assisting Fernandez to secure the victory. The competition at Chelsea's forward line is fierce, and Drapp's performance highlights his potential. His experience in Manchester City's youth training and outstanding performance in the English Championship have made it a natural for him to join Chelsea.

Although Los Angeles Football Club lost, it successfully limited some of Chelsea's offensive, showing the room for improvement for Major League Soccer teams in the international arena. They need to further improve their strength to prove that major league teams can make a difference in the club's World Cup.

Boca Youth Nicholas Otamendi and Angel Di Maria were shining in the national team, but failed to continue their glory at the club level. The Boca youth once led Benfica 2-0 in the group stage, but Di Maria scored a penalty shot created by Otamendi and equalized in the second half. The game was ups and downs and red cards were frequently released. The Boca youth failed to take the lead on two goals and even missed the opportunity when the number of players was superior. Originally, a victory almost ensured that the Boca youth advanced to the top 16, but the situation now may depend on their performance against Bayern Munich, and Auckland City may not be able to do anything in the group stage.

**Monday schedule review**

Chelsea 2:0 Los Angeles Football Club

Boca Youth 2:2 Benfica

Flamengo 2:0 Esperance