Esperance (Tunis) vs Chelsea live
⚽ Match Preview: Esperance (Tunis) vs Chelsea
📅 Date & Time:
Wednesday, June 25, 2025 — kickoff at 9:00 PM ET / 2 AM UK (June 26)
📍 Venue:
Lincoln Financial Field, Philadelphia, PA, USA
🎯 Stakes:
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Group D final match — the last spot in the Round of 16 is up for grabs.
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Chelsea need just a draw to progress; Esperance must win to advance.
🔥 Team Form & Lineup News
Chelsea (England):
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Entering on a roll after beating LAFC 2‑0, but coming off a heavy 3‑1 defeat to Flamengo.
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Manager Enzo Maresca is likely to rotate the squad due to heat and fitness, possibly resting senior players. Liam Delap may lead the attack in place of the suspended Nicolas Jackson.
Esperance (Tunisia):
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Scored a surprise 1‑0 win over LAFC and lost 3‑0 to Chelsea in previous matches. They still hold a slim chance to reach the knockouts but need a victory.
Conditions:
Temperatures in Philadelphia have soared around 45 °C (113 °F), forcing Chelsea to shorten training sessions and manage player rotation carefully.
📺 How to Watch
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DAZN (Free global stream) offers live coverage across multiple countries including the US and UK.
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talkSPORT provides English commentary and coverage for UK listeners.
🎬 Highlights & Reaction
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Chelsea secured a comfortable 3‑0 win over Esperance, led by Tosin Adarabioyo’s opener, Liam Delap’s first Blues goal, and a late strike from Tyrique George.
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They now enter the Round of 16 to face Benfica in Charlotte, having finished second behind Flamengo.