Pedro Neto scored in the first half and Enzo Fernández in the 79th minute to give Chelsea a 2-0 win over Los Angeles FC in Group D’s Club World Cup opener.

Chelsea commenced their FIFA Club World Cup campaign with a 2-0 victory over LAFC at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Pedro Neto's first-half goal set the tone, while Enzo Fernandez sealed the win with a late strike.

Chelsea’s back line held firm, repelling late threats from an LAFC squad boosted by the introduction of veteran striker Olivier Giroud at halftime.