Overview

• New signing João Pedro scored twice in his first competitive start, netting in the 18th and 56th minutes to secure a 2-0 semifinal victory over Fluminense.
• Pedro muted both celebrations out of respect for his boyhood club, which he joined at age 10 and left for England in 2020.
• The win guarantees an all-European final for Chelsea and marks back-to-back victories over Brazilian opposition in the expanded 32-team tournament.
• FIFA’s dynamic pricing slashed MetLife Stadium semifinal tickets from $473.90 to as low as $13.40, with resale prices since hovering around $45.
• Chelsea will contest the July 13 final at MetLife Stadium against either Paris Saint-Germain or Real Madrid, chasing the title and substantial prize money.