Chelsea also started their campaign with a win, defeating Los Angeles FC 2-0 and showcasing the expected technical prowess of a Premier League team. The Blues’ manager favours a flexible tactical setup, alternating between 4-3-3 and 3-4-2-1, enabling both patient build-up play and quick vertical transitions. The London side is in exceptional form, having secured nine victories from their last ten matches, including significant wins in the Premier League against Liverpool (3-1) and Manchester United (1-0), as well as qualifying for the UEFA Conference League. Chelsea’s style is built on high intensity, coordinated pressing in the opposition half, and exploiting gaps in the opponent’s defence. Their only recent defeat came at the hands of Newcastle (2-0), but they quickly rebounded, displaying maturity and consistency. The rapid transitions from midfield to attack, alongside the individual flair of their forwards, will be crucial weapons against Flamengo.