Chelsea reach Club World Cup semi-finals as late own goal downs Palmeiras

Estevao Willian had equalised for Palmeiras against the club he will join after the tournament.

Chelsea’s players react after beating Palmeiras. Pic: Chris Szagola/AP

Chelsea scored a fortuitous late own goal to snatch a 2-1 victory over Palmeiras and reach the Club World Cup semi-finals.

Extra time was looming at Lincoln Financial Field when Malo Gusto’s cross took deflections off Agustin Giay and goalkeeper Weverton and ended up in the back of the Brazilians’ net in the 83rd minute.