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2024 - 8 - 7

Real Madrid Outfoxes Chelsea: A US Tour to Remember!

Chelsea FC - Conor Gallagher - Enzo Maresca - Football Transfers - Pre-season Friendlies - Premier League - Real Madrid - Samu Omorodion

Catch the highlights as Real Madrid takes the edge over Chelsea in a thrilling pre-season clash!

Chelsea Blues saw themselves on the losing end against Real Madrid in a thrilling preseason friendly held in North Carolina, with a final score of 2-1. The match at the Bank of America Stadium marked the end of the reigning Champions League and La Liga champions’ pre-season tour across the U.S. Real Madrid's star players, Vinicius Jr. and Rodrygo, shined brightly, showcasing their skills and contributing significantly to the team's victory. Despite Chelsea's attempts to create chances and spark hope for their fans, they struggled to convert opportunities against a well-structured Real Madrid defense.

In the first half, Real Madrid showcased their attacking prowess, branding their style with quick passes and fluid movement. The squad took the lead after an impressive play led by the electrifying Vinicius Jr., who threaded a seamless pass to Brahim Diaz for Madrid’s second goal. Chelsea seemed slightly lost in the first 45 minutes, with new boss Enzo Maresca emphasizing the need to recalibrate and find the right rhythm with only weeks to go before the official season kicks off. Although the Blues made a delightful start with their own pressures, they found it challenging to maintain momentum throughout the match.

Conor Gallagher's transfer saga also added a touch of drama off the pitch. The Chelsea midfielder has recently been linked with a move to Atletico Madrid, with reports stating he received permission to undergo medical testing before sealing a five-year deal. Fans may be left wondering about the treatment of Gallagher, especially considering the disappointment of seeing a homegrown talent forced out of the club, which has faced heavy criticism for its decision-making this summer.

As the dust settles from the match, Chelsea must dust off their boots and gear up for the upcoming fixtures to take on Atalanta in the European Super Cup. While the match against Real Madrid showcased some familiar challenges for Chelsea, it also whetted the appetite for a more promising season ahead. Madrid will undoubtedly take the confidence boost into the next phase of their campaign, proving once again why they’re the team to beat.

Did you know that Real Madrid has won the UEFA Champions League a record 14 times? This adds immense pressure on teams like Chelsea, who are eager to reclaim their past glories. On the other hand, Conor Gallagher, who is making waves at Chelsea, played a pivotal role in guiding England's U21 team to the UEFA European Under-21 Championship title in 2023, proving that he’s a talent with a bright future ahead of him!

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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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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 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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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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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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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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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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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 ...

Real Madrid 2-1 Chelsea (7 Aug, 2024) Game Analysis - ESPN (AU) (ESPN Australia)

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

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

Chelsea 1 Real Madrid 2 – What's the high line problem? Tour positives and negatives? CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA - AUGUST 06: Christopher Nkunku #18 of Chelsea ...

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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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Enzo Maresca insists Enzo Fernandez 'respected' by Chelsea squad ... (BT Sport)

Chelsea head coach Enzo Maresca insisted the Chelsea squad is behind namesake Enzo Fernandez after the club's pre-season friendly defeat to Real Madrid.

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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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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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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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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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Charlotte sees strong turnout for Real Madrid, Chelsea friendly (Sports Business Journal)

After a crowd of 62617 showed up at Bank of America Stadium Tuesday for the match between Real Madrid and Chelsea, Charlotte has become a destination for ...

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

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

Real Madrid 2-1 Chelsea - the fans' verdict (Yahoo Sports)

Chelsea also need a top striker like Osimhen. Seems like we're headed for more mediocrity in the Premier League once again. David: The reality is that ...

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Osimhen loan stance emerges as Chelsea agree Omorodion deal (Football.London)

Latest Chelsea transfer news with new updates on Samu Omorodion and Victor Osimhen coming to light.

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