The encounter is poised for a thrilling encounter on Monday, June 16, 2025, when English Premier League giants Chelsea face MLS side Los Angeles FC (LAFC) in the FIFA Club World Cup 2025. Set to kick off at 19:00 UTC, the encounter will be played in the iconic Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, a premium venue set to host this high-profile encounter.

This Group D clash promises to be an unmissable clash of style, ability, and drive. Here's everything you need to know—team profile to odds.

Chelsea earned a spot in the 2025 Club World Cup after their triumph in the UEFA Champions League 2021. This is the third appearance for the Blues in the competition, having won the competition in 2021 and being runners-up in 2012. They go into the competition on the strength of a solid domestic season, being in the top four of the Premier League as well as claiming the UEFA Conference League by defeating Real Betis 4-1 in the final.

LAFC's path to the tournament was the result of unexpected twists and a dramatic playoff. Second in the 2023 CONCACAF Champions League in the beginning, LAFC earned their place after a thrilling 2-1 victory over Club America in a play-in match. Denis Bouanga's extra-time heroics ensured their qualification into Group D, an historic achievement for the MLS side.

Chelsea are on a confidence high after a good ending to their 2024-25 season. The club boasts an excellent depth with Enzo Fernandez, Nicolas Jackson, and the ever-dynamic Cole Palmer. The club has also just signed young talent Liam Delap. However, injuries to key figures like Wesley Fofana might impact their defense configuration.

LAFC, managed by Steve Cherundolo, have a blend of experienced internationals and rising stars. Notable talents include Olivier Giroud, coming up against his former club, and Hugo Lloris, hungry to deliver against his long-standing Premier League rivals. Denis Bouanga, playoff hero in waiting, is worth watching too. Injury issues with Lorenzo Dellavalle and Odin Holm may limit their options.

This state-of-the-art stadium in Atlanta is not just a stadium; it's an experience. With the ability to hold 75,000 fans, a retractable roof system, and a 360-degree video board, the Mercedes-Benz Stadium is the ideal backdrop for a spectacle of this scale. It has seen more high-profile events than it can count, from MLS All-Star Games to Super Bowl LIII, so it's only appropriate that it hosts the Club World Cup.

Chelsea are outright favorites to win, given their depth, European experience, and recent form. LAFC can be a threat, given their firepower up front and veteran players. However, their defense and lack of experience in this high-level competition could be their downfall.

Prediction: Chelsea 3-1 LAFC

Keep an eye out for Chelsea to dominate possession, and LAFC capitalize on counter-attacks. MLS defensive mistakes might cost their side dearly later.

• Chelsea win: 1.38

• Draw: 5.20

• LAFC win: 8.00

The implied winning probabilities from today's betting odds are:

• Chelsea win: 69%

• Draw: 19%

• LAFC win: 12%

These odds place Chelsea as the heavy favorites to enter the game, and LAFC has a big challenge to pull an upset.

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Chelsea and LAFC's meeting on Monday is set to be an electrifying Group D launch in the 2025 Club World Cup. With marquee sides, world-class stadium, and both sets of supporters buzzing with anticipation, the match will be guaranteed to deliver drama and top-notch football.