Chelsea’s journey at the Club World Cup has been nothing short of inspiring, and Marc Cucurella believes there’s more to come.

As the Blues prepare for a massive semi-final clash against Brazilian giants Fluminense, the Spanish defender insists that the team not only deserves their spot but is determined to go all the way.

After a hard-fought win against Palmeiras, which saw Chelsea dig deep to secure victory despite setbacks, Cucurella was quick to credit the squad’s togetherness for their progress.

“That close bond we’ve created off the pitch has helped a lot on it,” he explained. “It showed during the Palmeiras game…even though we conceded, we stuck together.”
That spirit of unity has become a defining trait of this Chelsea side in the tournament. Whether grinding out results in extra time or defending narrow leads, the Blues have shown resilience that was often missing in the early stages of the league campaign.

“We are continuously improving,” Cucurella added. “Sometimes during the league season, we suffered a little bit in these moments, but now we are improving.”

This Chelsea side is now beginning to show its true character, blending technical quality with mental strength — qualities essential for lifting silverware on the global stage.

With Fluminense standing in their way, Cucurella isn’t taking anything for granted. He knows Chelsea must remain grounded and keep doing the basics right.

“We need to remember we are here for a good reason – our hard work and effort,” he said.

“We deserve to be here, and we want to play in the final. Now it’s time to show it.”

There’s no doubt that Chelsea fans will be buzzing with pride over the team’s progress and even more hopeful after hearing Cucurella’s determined words. The Club World Cup offers a shot at global glory — and with players like Cucurella leading the charge with passion and purpose, the dream of lifting that trophy feels well within reach.

Now, all eyes turn to the semi-final. As Cucurella put it: “We want to play in the final.” It’s time to make that ambition a reality.