As Fluminense vs Chelsea prepare for their much-anticipated semifinal clash at the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup, both sides have finalised their full 23-man squads. While the likely starting XIs are already known, it’s the bench strength and overall depth that could play a vital role in determining the outcome. Get the confirmed squad lists for Fluminense vs Chelsea Final Squad ahead of their 2025 FIFA Club World Cup semifinal showdown – lineups, player absences, key inclusions, and formation insights inside.
Fluminense have added exciting youth prospects like Joaquín Lavega and Kevin Serna, who have been impactful in recent domestic games. However, they will miss Yeferson Soteldo, who is sidelined due to a thigh injury.
Veteran goalkeeper Marcelo Pitaluga has been named as backup, while key names like Martinelli and René are expected to provide stability off the bench. Defender Freytes remains suspended, limiting their defensive options slightly.
On the other hand, Chelsea have opted for a blend of youth and recent signings in their final squad. Pedro Neto, already a standout in this tournament, is joined by Andrey Santos and Kendry Páez, two promising young midfielders.
Liam Delap, who was suspended earlier, returns and could be a valuable option off the bench. Notably, Raheem Sterling, Ben Chilwell, and Axel Disasi have not travelled with the squad, suggesting a long-term reshuffle under the current management.
Both managers seem to have focused on squad balance — mixing experienced players with high-potential youth to navigate a demanding tournament format. With squad depth likely to be tested, these supporting players may prove decisive in Fluminense vs Chelsea on July 8.
Fluminense vs Chelsea Final Squad of Semifinal
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Fluminense and Chelsea are set to face off in the semifinal of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup on 8 July 2025, at the iconic MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, USA. Kick-off is scheduled for 19:00 local time (ET).
Fluminense from Group G and Chelsea from Group D have confirmed their full tournament squads, with predicted starting XIs already announced — but it’s the bench strength and final selections that may influence the outcome in this crucial clash.
Fluminense
Fluminense are unbeaten in 11 matches, with five clean sheets in the last seven.
Injury to Yeferson Soteldo ruled him out of the group stage; the squad compensates with youth options like Lavega and Serna.
Fluminense Probable Lineup (3-4-2-1): Fabio; Ignacio, Silva, Santos; Xavier, Bernal, Hercules, Fuentes; Nonato; Cano, Arias
Chelsea
Chelsea have picked up four wins from their last five matches.
Suspended Colwill & Delap miss the semifinal; Delap back in, as is Caicedo. Sterling, Chilwell and Disasi excluded from trip. New signings Neto, Santos, and Páez were integrated into the tournament roster.
Chelsea Probable Lineup (4-2-3-1): Sanchez; Gusto, Chalobah, Badiashile, Cucurella; Caicedo, Fernandez; Madueke, Palmer, Neto; Jackson
Final Score
- Chelsea – 2
- Fluminense – 0
