Chelsea Player Ratings: Pedro Neto Shines, but Marc Cucurella Struggles
Chelsea kicked off their Club World Cup campaign with a 2-0 victory over LAFC. Manager Enzo Maresca fielded a strong lineup, showing respect to their MLS opponents.
Liam Delap began on the bench but made an impact after coming on. Goals from Pedro Neto and Enzo Fernandez secured the win.
Player Highlights:
- Pedro Neto (8/10): The standout performer, Neto scored a fantastic goal and consistently threatened the opposition with skillful play and key passes.
- Marc Cucurella (4/10): Had a difficult match, easily beaten by an opponent and received a second-half booking for a petulant foul. He seemed distracted and argumentative.
- Robert Sanchez (6/10): Made some good saves but also gave away a dangerous ball at one point.
- Reece James (5/10): Struggled, received a yellow card, involved in a scuffle, and was subbed at halftime.
- Moises Caicedo (7/10): Delivered a determined midfield performance, effective at winning possession and distributing the ball.
- Nicolas Jackson (7/10): Provided key assists and was a constant threat before being replaced.
Substitutes like Enzo Fernandez and Liam Delap also contributed positively, with Fernandez scoring to seal the win.
The article also mentions the wider context of the Club World Cup 2025, featuring major clubs like PSG, Real Madrid, and Manchester City, with stars such as Messi and Haaland participating.
