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 first 30 minutes between the English and Americans have been more than even. The Blues had a bit more of the ball, but the locals threatened with every play.Sign up for DAZN to watch ALL FIFA

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