Brazil’s Palmeiras defeated Al-Ahly of Egypt 2-0 on Tuesday to reach the Club World Cup final and set up a potential clash with European champions Chelsea in Abu Dhabi.
The South American champions took the lead on 39 minutes through Raphael Veiga before Dudu doubled their advantage against the African Champions League winners early in the second half.
Chelsea play record four-time Asian champions Al Hilal of Saudi Arabia on Wednesday in the second semi-final.