SE Palmeiras vs Chelsea F.C. Prediction 5 July 2025

Palmeiras earned their place in the knockouts by finishing the group stage unbeaten, collecting five points from three matches: a goalless draw with Porto, a solid 2:0 win over Al Ahli, and an exciting 2:2 draw with Inter Miami. In the Round of 16, they narrowly edged past fellow Brazilians Botafogo, securing a 1:0 victory in a tense and tactical encounter.

Chelsea, meanwhile, had a slightly more turbulent path. Despite beating Los Angeles FC 2:0 and routing Esperance 3:0, a 1:3 loss to Flamengo meant they had to settle for second place in their group. That stumble forced them into a Round of 16 clash with Benfica. Although the Blues eventually emerged with a convincing 4:1 win, they only managed to pull away during extra time, exposing some underlying inconsistencies.

On paper, Chelsea’s squad boasts greater individual quality and international pedigree. However, Palmeiras have shown impressive balance, cohesion, and resilience throughout the tournament. Motivation appears evenly matched, with both sides aiming to lift a rare global trophy. Still, given the depth and experience of Chelsea’s lineup, the English club seems slightly better equipped to handle the pressure and edge this tightly contested showdown.

Chelsea to advance (yes) 1.53