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Delap’s Debut Strike Propels Chelsea Into Club World Cup Round of 16

Manager Enzo Maresca praised the £30m signing’s seamless adaptation to Chelsea’s style following his opening goal.

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Overview

  • Liam Delap scored his first Chelsea goal in first-half stoppage time to help secure a 3-0 win over ES Tunis on June 24.
  • The victory confirmed Chelsea’s place in the Round of 16, setting up a knockout tie with Benfica in Charlotte on June 29.
  • Enzo Maresca said he has “no doubt” Delap will keep scoring as he quickly gels with the team’s tactics.
  • Delap credited midfielder Enzo Fernández for the assist and said the Club World Cup has accelerated his settling-in process.
  • Signed from Ipswich Town for £30m, the 22-year-old also provided an assist in Chelsea’s opening group-stage win over LAFC.