Hey football fam! 👋
The wait is over. The 2025 FIFA Club World Cup is reaching its boiling point — and today’s semi-finals promise nothing short of thrills, passion, and legacy-defining moments. If you’ve been following this journey (and we know you have 😉), today’s and tomorrows clashes are pure football gold.
Let’s dive right into what’s cooking at MetLife Stadium, New Jersey — and what to expect from each game.
Fluminense vs Chelsea
🕒 Kick-off: 3:00 PM ET | 📍 MetLife Stadium, NJ
🧠 What’s at Stake?
It’s South American flair vs European precision. Fluminense, fresh from a well-orchestrated win over Al-Hilal, are now up against Chelsea’s vibrant, risk-taking youth brigade.
⚔️ Key Battles
- Cole Palmer (Chelsea) and co vs Thiago Silva (Fluminense) and co: Vision, control, and tactical brains. Who runs the midfield?
- Pedro’s Injury Watch: Will Flu’s star striker return in time? Without him, their goal threat may be limited.
- Thiago Silva: The veteran defender faces his former club. That alone is a storyline to watch!
💬 Our Take:
Chelsea have been electric. But will they crack against Flu’s experience and composure?
PSG vs Real Madrid
🕒 Kick-off: 3:00 PM ET | 📍 MetLife Stadium, NJ
🎭 The Story Everyone’s Talking About:
Mbappé vs PSG. Let that sink in. Kylian returns to face the very club he left. Drama? Guaranteed.
Oh, and did we mention PSG are missing two key defenders?
📊 Key Points:
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Red Cards Last Match:
- 🟥 Lucas Hernández (PSG)
- 🟥 William Pacho (PSG)
- 🟥 Dean Huijsen (Real Madrid)
- Musiala Out (Bayern) – major tournament exit due to injury sustained in quarters vs PSG
- Courtois Doubtful – Madrid’s reliable wall might miss out due to muscle tightness
👀 Players to Watch:
- Mbappé — 90+6' stunner in the quarters. Can he torch his old squad?
- Jude Bellingham & — Madrid's midfield heartbeat
- Modrić - Can this be his last dance?
- Dembélé & Doué — PSG’s wings of fire. Even with a depleted defense, their attack remains lethal.
💬 Our Take:
This is more than a match — it’s emotion, rivalry, and reputation. With PSG’s backline thin and Real’s attack red-hot...
📺 How to Watch (Yes, Even in Kenya 🇰🇪)
| Platform | Region | Details |
|---|---|---|
| DAZN | Global | Free streams in many countries 🎥 |
| TNT/TBS | USA | Live on TV |
| Channel 5 | UK | Partial matches |
✅ Pro Tip: If you’re using your phone, stream with Wi-Fi to avoid those bundles crying. 😅
🗣️ Fans, Over to You!
Drop your score predictions 👇
- Can Chelsea reach their second final in 4 years?
- Can this be a potential ballon d'or decider?
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Will Mbappé humble PSG or will Enrique’s nine-man warriors surprise again?
Let us know in the comments or tag us @rshots_ke with your takes!
🏁 Final Thoughts
This is where legends rise and tears fall. The Club World Cup 2025 is shaping up to be unforgettable. Stay tuned for post-match analysis, tactical breakdowns, and player ratings right here on Rshots.co.ke.
— ✍️ Kelvin Wambua Kang'alya
📸 Founder, Rshots.com – Where Passion Meets Perspective
💡 Topics: #Sports #Football #Mbappe #RealMadrid
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