Real Madrid secured their first preseason victory by defeating Chelsea 2-1 at the Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, North Carolina.
Los Blancos had previously suffered consecutive losses to AC Milan and their eternal rivals, Barcelona
In contrast, Enzo Maresca’s team had recently been heavily beaten by Manchester City.
Carlo Ancelotti’s squad took a 2-0 lead with goals from Lucas Vazquez and Brahim Diaz, while Noni Madueke scored a consolation for Chelsea.
Chelsea started the match strongly but failed to capitalize, allowing Real Madrid to take the lead.
The Blues’ defense was disorganized, and Lucas Vazquez took advantage by finishing into an open goal.
Brahim Diaz doubled the lead in the 27th minute after a brilliant pass from Vinicius Junior.
Diaz got behind the Chelsea defense, rounded goalkeeper Filip Jorgensen, and scored with ease.
Chelsea showed significant improvement in the second half and managed to get back into the game with a goal from Noni Madueke
The former PSV winger headed Enzo Fernandez’s cross past Andriy Lunin.
Next, Chelsea will face Inter in their preseason friendly schedule, while Real Madrid is set to compete against Atalanta in the UEFA Super Cup.
