Chelsea ratings vs Benfica: Reece James and Christopher Nkunku star as Blues reach Club World Cup last eight
Skipper back in the side and back with a goal in a thrilling encounter
Skipper back in the side and back with a goal in a thrilling encounter
Benfica took the game to extra-time with a late penalty after the match had been suspended with four minutes remaining.
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