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Chelsea Manager Points Out 'Strange' Problem With FIFA Club World Cup After 2-0 Win originally appeared on Athlon Sports.
Pedro Neto and Enzo Fernandez score for Chelsea as LAFC 10-game unbeaten streak across all competition ends in a 2-0 loss in the FIFA Club World Cup.
LAFC acquired attacker Javairô Dilrosun on loan from LIGA MX powerhouse Club América last week, during the bonus Club World Cup transfer window allowed to participating teams. He’ll be with the team through July 24 at least, but LAFC have a purchase option.
FIFA Club World Cup is under scrutiny for a variety of reasons, but the one that matters most for handicappers is the fatigue factor.
No wins, two losses, one draw. Doesn’t sound great. Sounds pretty bad, actually – the type of skid that sees a team fall out of Supporters’ Shield contention, or sees a coach land on a slightly warm seat.
Benz Stadium in Atlanta only had 22,137 in it to watch Chelsea defeat Los Angeles FC 2-0. The poor attendance gave the match the f
Chelsea's win over LAFC took place in a 70,000-capacity NFL stadium that attracted an attendance of just 22,137.
The Club Wold Cup match between Chelsea and LAFC at on Monday drew just 22,137 to the 71,000-capacity Mercedes-Benz Stadium, making for uncomfortable viewing for FIFA.