This will be Chelsea's third meeting with Brazilian opposition, losing 1-0 to Corinthians in 2021 but then defeating Palmeiras 2-1 a decade later, both coming in Club World Cup Finals. Similarly, Flamengo's record against English clubs reads one win and one defeat, both previous clashes coming against Liverpool, winning 3-0 in the 1981 Intercontinental Cup, before a 1-0 defeat against the same opposition in the Club World Cup Final of 2019 in Qatar.
Flamengo vs Chelsea preview
After both picked up three points in their Club World Cup openers, will either make it two wins out of two at Lincoln Financial Field? On Monday, Chelsea swatted aside LAFC 2-0 at Mercedes-Benz Stadium; Pedro Neto broke the deadlock on the cusp of half time, lashing home after an inch-perfect Cruyff turn, before Enzo Fernández made the points secure late on with a diving header, connecting with a cross by debutant Liam Delap.
So, a solid start for Enzo Maresca's side in Atlanta, and Chelsea have to be considered amongst the favourites to win this competition for the second time. First and foremost, everyone believes the Blues will get out of this group, soll will they continue their perfect start in Pennsylvania?
Flamengo were also 2-0 winners on Monday, beating Espérance de Tunis; Giorgian de Arrascaeta's strike opening the scoring, before Luiz Araújo's stunning curler secured victory mid-way through the second 45. Filipe Luís' side currently sit top of the Brasileirão, having won the Copa Libertadores in 2019 and 2022, so the Rubro-Negro have high hopes of a deep run this summer. Here, can Flamengo claim an historic victory in Philadelphia, or will Chelsea simply have too much quality?
Flamengo vs Chelsea head-to-head record
These two clubs have never previously met.
Flamengo team news
Former Chelsea midfielder Jorginho made his Flamengo debut on Monday, having arrived from Arsenal, putting in an outstanding display, underlining his quality.
Elsewhere, Filipe Luís could name an unchanged lineup, featuring Pedro in attack, chosen over Bruno Henrique, while Guillermo Varela is set to keep his place at right-back, despite the presence of the highly-rated Wesley.
Flamengo predicted lineup vs Chelsea: (4-3-3): Rossi; Wesley, Léo Ortiz, Léo Pereira, Alex Sandro; Jorginho, Pulgar, Gerson, Luiz Araújo, de Arrascaeta; Pedro.
Flamengo player to watch vs Chelsea
Giorgian de Arrascaeta is Flamengo's creator in chief, breaking the deadlock against ES Tunis, his 86th goal for the club since joining in 2019, so will the Uruguayan star again?
Chelsea team news
Enzo Maresca too isn't expected to tinker too much either, likely to go full strength, targeting a victory that'll allow him to heavily rotate against Espérance Sportive de Tunis on Tuesday.
Enzo Fernández and Malo Gusto were both introduced at half time against LAFC, replacing Roméo Lavia and Reece James, so will either start this time? Meanwhile, Liam Delap and Dário Essugo both debuted off the bench in Georgia, the former hoping to get the nod over Nicolas Jackson this time.
Wesley Fofana is injured, while none of Đorđe Petrović, Kepa Arrizabalaga, Axel Disasi, Ben Chilwell, Renato Veiga, Carney Chukwuemeka, Raheem Sterling, Armando Broja or João Félix are in the squad.
Chelsea predicted lineup vs Flamengo: (5-3-2): Sánchez; James, Adarabioyo, Colwill, Cucurella; Fernández, Caicedo, Neto, Palmer, Madueke; Jackson.
Chelsea player to watch vs Flamengo
Pedro Neto's opener at Mercedes-Benz Stadium was just his seventh goal for Chelsea, only four of which have come since 11 November, but will he spark into life at this competition?
Flamengo vs Chelsea prediction
This game will be close, but we are forecasting a Chelsea victory in Philly, with the Blues likely to just edge this one, even if Flamengo will fight hard for victory: Flamengo 1-2 Chelsea.
Flamengo vs Chelsea FAQs - FIFA Club World Cup
How to watch Flamengo vs Chelsea FIFA Club World Cup game on TV channel?
Flamengo vs Chelsea FIFA Club World Cup game will be available on the following TV channels;
- UK: Channel 5 and DAZN UK
- USA: TNT Sports, TUDN and DAZN USA.
- Canada: DAZN Canada
How to watch Flamengo vs Chelsea FIFA Club World Cup game on live streaming?
Flamengo vs Chelsea FIFA Club World Cup game will be available on the following streaming services;
- UK: My5 and DAZN UK
- USA: TNT Sports, TUDN and DAZN USA.
- Canada: DAZN Canada
What is the date and kick-off time for Flamengo vs Chelsea in the FIFA Club World Cup?
Flamengo vs Chelsea takes place on Friday 20 June 2025, with kick off at 19:00 (BST), 14:00 (EDT) & 11:00 (PDT).