Reigning US Open Cup holders LAFC meanwhile boast former EPL stars Hugo Lloris and striker Olivier Giroud amongst their lineup. Steve Cherundolo's team had to make it through a playoff against Mexican outfit Club America to reach the Club World Cup and come into today's game on an unbeaten run of 10 games.

The FIFA Club World Cup action on Monday, June 16 opens down in Atlanta at Mercedes-Benz Stadium where LAFC takes on Chelsea in Group D action.

Chelsea face LAFC in a Matchday 1 clash to kick off the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 group stage. Fans in the USA can catch all the action live, with coverage provided through both TV broadcasts and streaming platforms.