Kai Havertz perhaps said it best ahead of Chelsea's Club World Cup semi-final against Al Hilal in Abu Dhabi: "We're not here to do a holiday," the German said, "we're here to win."
Expectation has been placed upon Chelsea to do just that. It's understandable as to why. The Blues are European champions and one of the most powerful clubs in world football – they also possess a squad the envy of every other club in the tournament.
Even without Thomas Tuchel on the touchline due to the German's positive Covid test last Friday, few expect Chelsea to return from the UAE without the Club World Cup in hand. To do that, they'll have to overcome Al Hilal tomorrow and then Brazilian club Palmeiras in the final.
