If pre-season is anything to go by then Chelsea are in danger of being the Premier League’s banter club this term.
The Blues have won just one match and were roughed up by Manchester City in their latest friendly outing after committing a string of defensive howlers when attempting to play out from the back.
Chelsea’s new boss Enzo Maresca faces a massive task to get the club back into contention for Champions League qualification and their rash of transfer activity looks likely to claim the scalp of Conor Gallagher, who was one of their few impressive performers last term.
Real Madrid’s results in pre-season have also been far from impressive after last Sunday’s 2-1 loss to big rivals Barcelona made it two defeats from two.
The Spanish giants have been short staffed due to their many stars being on well-earned breaks after international duty this summer, although Carlo Ancelotti is likely to have a stronger hand to play against his former club.
You can find all the latest Chelsea v Real Madrid odds on the Paddy Power website and Paddy Power app, otherwise here’s everything you need to know ahead of kick-off.
Chelsea v Real Madrid date
The pre-season match between Chelsea and Real Madrid will take place on Wednesday, August 6.
Chelsea v Real Madrid kick-off time
The pre-season fixture is scheduled to kick off at 00:00.
Chelsea v Real Madrid team news
Chelsea pair Cole Palmer and Marc Cucurella remain on holiday after their Euro 2024 exploits, while Nicolas Jackson and Axel Disasi are injured.
David Alaba continues to be a long-term injury absentee for Real Madrid, who are without Federico Valverde due to the midfielder still being on his post-Copa America holiday.
Chelsea Predicted XI: Jorgensen; James, Badiashile, Colwill, Chilwell; Dewsbury-Hall, Fernandez; Madueke, Nkunku, Sterling; Guiu
Real Madrid Predicted XI: Courtois; Lucas, Militão, Rüdiger, Fran; Arda Güler, Mario Martin, Modrić; Rodrygo, Endrick, Vinicius Jr
Chelsea v Real Madrid odds
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Chelsea v Real Madrid prediction
Chelsea’s pre-season form has been poor and defensive blunders are anticipated as they will continue to meet Enzo Maresca’s demands to play out the back.
Real Madrid boast a stronger squad for their latest pre-season outing and the exciting Brazilian attacking trio of Rodrygo, Endrick and Vinicius Jr should cause plenty of problems if they feature.
We’re going for a 1-3 win.
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