Coach Enzo Maresca expressed his frustration after Chelsea's match against Benfica was delayed for nearly two hours, questioning the USA's suitability to host the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup.
Heavy rain caused a two-hour delay from the 84th minute, but Chelsea ultimately triumphed over Benfica 4-1 in the round of 16 of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup.
Resting key players having already secured advancement, Bayern Munich fell 0-1 to Portuguese side Benfica in the final group stage match, finishing second in Group C of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup.
Benfica midfielder Orkun Kokcu argued heatedly and then swore at coach Bruno Lage during Benfica's 6-0 victory over Auckland City in the second round of Group C of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup.
