Group D kicked off play at the Club World Cup with Chelsea defeating Los Angeles FC 2-0, showing why they are one of the favorites to win the Club World Cup. The Blues got off to a good start with Liam Delap making his debut and assisting the second goal to Enzo Fernandez.

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

Chelsea vs LAFC LIVE!Chelsea begin their Club World Cup campaign against Los Angeles FC in Atlanta tonight. It’s less than three weeks since the Blues clinched their first trophy under Enzo Maresca in the Conference League final and they are already gearing up for another shot at major silverware across the Atlantic after a busy start to the summer transfer market.