Cole Palmer helped Chelsea get the best of Palmeiras at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia on Friday, July 4 to advance to the semifinals. Malo Gusto also played a role in the victory, having his shot bounce off the opposing goalkeeper, Weverton Pereira da Silva, to create an own goal situation and take the 2-1 lead.

SportsLine's Brandt Sutton reveals his picks for the FIFA Club World Cup quarterfinal matchup between Chelsea and Palmeiras at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia on Friday

Premier League side Chelsea is favored to advance vs. Palmeiras in the Club World Cup quarterfinals tonight, but the underdogs have not lost in this tournament.

PHILADELPHIA — Chelsea marched on to the semifinals of the Club World Cup, surviving a spirited effort from Brazilian side Palmeiras to run out 2-1 winners.

Abel Ferreira’s side emerged triumphant from a grueling fight against reigning Copa Libertadores champions Botafogo. The rivalry and animosity between the two Brazilian sides was evident, but Palmeiras were the better team on the day and deservedly made it to the quarterfinals.

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Teenage sensation Estevao bid an emotional farewell to Palmeiras after the Brazilian club's 2-1 defeat to Chelsea in the Club World Cup quarter-finals on Friday. The 18-year-old winger, who will join Chelsea after the tournament,