Chelsea

2024 - 8 - 7

Chelsea Vs. Real Madrid: A Friendly that Left Everyone Wondering!

Chelsea FC - Conor Gallagher - Enzo Maresca - La Liga - Premier League - Real Madrid - Samu Omorodion

Did you catch the friendly match where Chelsea faced Real Madrid? Spoiler: they learned some lessons!

Last night in North Carolina, a classic clash unfolded as Chelsea took on Real Madrid in their final friendly of the pre-season tour of the U.S. The match ended 2-1 in favor of Real Madrid, highlighting their preparation for the upcoming European Super Cup. Vinicius Jr. and Rodrygo came to the fore with impressive performances for the Spanish giants, leaving Chelsea's new manager, Enzo Maresca, with the challenge of turning around a struggling squad that seemed out of form against the experienced La Liga champions.

Despite their defeat, Chelsea made a bright start, pushing hard for an early goal, but the tide quickly turned against them. Real Madrid capitalized on Chelsea’s defensive woes, with Vinicius threading a great pass leading to their second goal. Chelsea's fans can only hope that the improved synergy from recent transfers will start to show as they prepare for the upcoming Premier League season. Maresca, recently at the helm, expressed optimism about leveling up the squad, despite a rocky start.

The concern, though, rests on the departure of homegrown talent Conor Gallagher, who has been in the eye of a torrential transfer storm. Reports indicate that Gallagher has turned down Chelsea's latest contract offer, leading to an agreement for his move to Atletico Madrid that could see him soar into a new chapter of his career. This turn of events has sparked debates among Chelsea supporters about the club's treatment of young talent and their decision-making in recent times. Is losing homegrown flair worth the gamble on foreign imports?

As the dust settles on a turbulent US tour for Chelsea, fans are left to ponder whether their team can return to the glorious heights of their past. With a mixture of hope and uncertainty, the upcoming matches will be crucial in determining Chelsea's trajectory this season. While they may not have secured a victory against Real Madrid, the real test lies ahead, and every ounce of coaching wisdom will matter in weaving a strategy to kickstart their campaign.

Interesting Fact #1: This match marked the end of Chelsea's U.S. pre-season tour, where they showcased their talent across five major cities within just 15 days! Talk about a hectic summer!

Interesting Fact #2: Real Madrid, crowned as both Champions League and La Liga champions last season, showed they’re still a formidable force, mastering their way through pre-season with style and flair. What’s next on the agenda for these football titans? Only time will tell!

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Real Madrid 2 Chelsea 1 – Vinicius Jr, Rodrygo shine before ... (The Athletic)

Madrid finished their pre-season tour of the U.S. in style against Chelsea. Next up, Atalanta in the European Super Cup.

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This is what a top team looks like, Chelsea! Winners and losers as ... (Goal.com)

Last season's Champions League winners swept aside their Premier League opponents, leaving Enzo Maresca with a lot to improve upon. Real Madrid are a lot ...

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Chelsea reporter notebook: Enzo Maresca impresses but will he get ... (Sky Sports)

Chelsea finish pre-season tour of USA with 2-1 defeat to Real Madrid in North Carolina; new Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca is hoping to solve a problematic high ...

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Chelsea's despicable treatment of homegrown Conor Gallagher is a ... (Goal.com)

Conor Gallagher is being forced out of Chelsea after rejecting their latest contract offer in another misstep from the Blues' decision-makers.

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Real Madrid ease past shaky Chelsea in friendly (Yahoo Sports)

Real Madrid continued their preseason preparation with a victory over a Chelsea side that are yet to find their footing just a couple of weeks before the ...

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Conor Gallagher transfer: Chelsea and Atletico Madrid agree new ... (Sky Sports)

Conor Gallagher has been given permission to fly to Madrid with a medical scheduled for later this week before he is expected to sign a five-year contract; ...

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Real Madrid 2-1 Chelsea (Aug 6, 2024) Game Analysis - ESPN (ESPN)

Vinicius Junior threads a pass to Brahim Diaz for Real Madrid's second goal. ByESPN News Services. Updated ...

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Real Madrid Edges Chelsea While AC Milan Wins On Penalties (Barron's)

Reigning Champions League and La Liga champion Real Madrid concluded a pre-season US tour on Tuesday with a 2-1 triumph over Chelsea while AC Milan won on ...

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Chelsea transfers worth £76m expected to get done despite being ... (Football.London)

Chelsea midfielder Conor Gallagher is finally set to complete his protracted move to Atletico Madrid, with striker Samu Omorodion on the way to Stamford ...

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Chelsea 1 Real Madrid 2 – What's the high line problem? Tour ... (The Athletic)

Enzo Maresca's side fell to a third defeat in the fifth and final game of their U.S. tour.

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Five changes to Chelsea line-up against Real Madrid (Chelsea FC)

Marc Guiu will lead the line, with Raheem Sterling and Noni Madueke on either flank. Chelsea starting XI: 12 Filip Jorgensen, 24 Reece James (C), 5 Benoit ...

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Real Madrid edges Chelsea while AC Milan wins on penalties (FRANCE 24)

Reigning Champions League and La Liga champion Real Madrid concluded a pre-season US tour on Tuesday with a 2-1 triumph over Chelsea while AC Milan won on ...

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Chelsea fans bring the noise as we conclude our US Tour in North ... (Chelsea FC)

It is our final matchday out in the States. After a long, hard-working 15 days in five different cities, the Blues are facing European champions Real Madrid ...

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Chelsea 1-2 Real Madrid, Preseason Friendly: Post-match reaction (We Ain't Got No History)

Looking to change the narrative of preseason, Chelsea made a positive start to the game and almost got on the scoresheet inside of the first few minutes.

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Coelho bringing new ideas but keeping the Chelsea way (Chelsea FC)

Chelsea's newly appointed Under-21s head coach Filipe Coelho has been discussing his priorities during his first pre-season working with his squad and ...

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Chelsea coaching clinics benefit all in Atlanta (Chelsea FC)

Our Chelsea FC International Football Development coaches continued their vital work in local communities during our time in Atlanta.

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Chelsea: Seven talking points from Enzo Maresca's first US tour (BBC News)

Maresca's style, Fernandez racism row, lots of goals conceded - there were several major talking points during Chelsea's United States tour.

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Enzo Maresca: Enzo Fernandez, miserable pre-season and 44 ... (Sky Sports)

Chelsea have won just one of their five pre-season friendlies and conceded 12 goals; Enzo Maresca - whose only full season as a head coach came with ...

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Maresca has £275m Chelsea transfer problem for Real Madrid after ... (Football.London)

Chelsea face Real Madrid in their fifth and final pre-season outing in the United States on Tuesday, having secured just one victory during their tour so ...

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Chelsea need to solve their 'habit' of conceding too many goals says ... (The Independent)

Chelsea conceded 63 goals last season, which was an unwanted club record during the Premier League era.

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Real Madrid 2-1 Chelsea (7 Aug, 2024) Game Analysis - ESPN (UK) (ESPN.co.uk)

Vinicius Junior threads a pass to Brahim Diaz for Real Madrid's second goal. ByESPN News Services. Updated ...

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Transfers, too many goals and Reece James: Five talking points ... (The Independent)

Newly appointed boss Enzo Maresca will have a lot to consider ahead of his first Premier League game against Manchester City next Sunday.

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Former Chelsea star left 'speechless' by Blues' 'ridiculous' transfer ... (Goal.com)

Ex-Chelsea star William Gallas slammed the club's transfer strategy and claimed Enzo Maresca wouldn't be able to manage potential target Jadon Sancho.

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Player Ratings: Real Madrid 2 - 1 Chelsea; 2024 Preseason U.S. Tour (Managing Madrid)

Full match player ratings: Courtois—6: Positioning was off on the goal conceded and reactions were slightly delayed. Lucas Vazquez—7: Performance was noted ...

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Chelsea agree deal with Atletico Madrid for Samu Omorodion ... (The Athletic)

Chelsea have agreed a £34.5million (€40m) deal with Atletico Madrid for striker Samu Omorodion. Should the deal progress, Omorodion will sign a seven-year ...

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Enzo Maresca: Enzo Fernandez, miserable pre-season and 44 ... (Sky Sports)

Chelsea have won just one of their five pre-season friendlies and conceded 12 goals; Enzo Maresca - whose only full season as a head coach came with ...

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Revealed: Enzo Fernandez set for leadership role at Chelsea ... (Goal.com)

Revealed: Enzo Fernandez set for leadership role at Chelsea despite racist Argentina Copa America chant video storm · Fernandez offended Chelsea co-stars · To be ...

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How Romeo Lavia recovered from difficult first Chelsea season ... (The Athletic)

Romeo Lavia barely played last season after his summer move but has put himself in a good position before the new campaign.

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Chelsea strike £35m deal for Atletico Madrid's Samu Omorodion ... (Goal.com)

Chelsea have reportedly reignited their efforts to sign Atletico Madrid's Samu Omorodion, with Conor Gallagher set to head in the opposite direction.

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VIDEO: It's a Chelsea thing! Christian Pulisic catches up with his ... (Goal.com)

AC Milan star Christian Pulisic had a trip down memory lane as he caught up with multiple former Chelsea team-mates after their Barcelona friendly.

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Chelsea set to sign Samu Omorodion as Conor Gallagher close to ... (Eurosport.com)

Chelsea will sign Samu Omorodion and sell Conor Gallagher and Trevoh Chalobah, Newcastle want James Trafford, and Crystal Palace want Maxence Lacroix.

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Exchange of gifts at Real Madrid-Chelsea clash (Real Madrid)

Florentino Pérez and Behdad Eghbali, co-owner of Chelsea, exchanged gifts at half-time of the White's team's third pre-season match.

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Chelsea agree £34.5m striker deal as Crystal Palace target Blues ... (Football365.com)

Chelsea have agreed a £34.5m deal with Atletico Madrid for striker Sami Omorodion and could be in line for some pure profit courtesy of Crystal Palace.

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