Chelsea's win over LAFC took place in a 70,000-capacity NFL stadium that attracted an attendance of just 22,137.

Pedro Neto and Enzo Fernandez each scored for Chelsea, and Liam Delap had an assist in his debut, as the Blues defeated LAFC 2-0 in the Club World Cup opener for both teams. It was Delap's first game for Chelsea after completing a £30 million transfer from Ipswich Town.

Former Tottenham goalkeeper and France’s World Cup-winning captain Hugo Lloris and ex-Arsenal striker Olivier Giroud are standout names, while Odin Holm, on loan from Celtic, will also be familiar. Coach Steve Cherundolo played more than 300 Bundesliga matches for Hannover.