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Japanese fans mob Chelsea stars upon arrival

Japanese fans mobbed Chelsea players upon their arrival for the Club World Cup.

The Daily Mail says Chelsea received a fantastic welcome as they landed in Japan to participate in the Club World Cup.

The players were mobbed at Narita International Airport by adoring fans, who were clearly overjoyed to see the Champions League winners in the flesh.

Frank Lampard, who returned to action on Saturday against Sunderland was a particularly popular figure - and he stopped to sign some shirts and greet the supporters.

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