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'He's not losing that spot just because Mendy is back!': Social media reacts to Kepa Arrizabalaga's Chelsea heroics, as Blues scrape past Al-Hilal to reach Club World Cup Final

Fans on social media have been sent into a frenzy following Kepa Arrizabalaga's heroics for Chelsea during their 1-0 victory over Al-Hilal.

The Blues faced the Saudi side in their Club World Cup semi-final game, where Arrizabalaga put in an inspired performance to ensure his side qualified for the upcoming final.

Fans were quick to turn to social media and praise the Spaniard, with some fans questioning whether Edouard Mendy would retake his first-team place with Arrizabalaga being in fine form.

Chelsea goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga has been praised online for his Club World Cup heroics
Spanish shot-stopper kept a clean sheet as Chelsea beat Saudi side Al-Hilal 1-0

Arrizabalaga drew an immense amount of praise on Twitter, with users claiming that the Blues would not have won the match without the 27-year-old.