In a disappointing pre-season outing, Chelsea fell 0-1 to Juventus in Hong Kong, with Edon Zhegrova delivering a spectacular curling goal in the second half.

The match saw Xabi Alonso's side struggle to find their rhythm, lacking significant threats throughout the game. The standout moment came when Zhegrova, a substitute, seized on a lay-off from Kenan Yildiz and unleashed a stunning first-time shot into the top left corner, breaking the deadlock.

Key moments included:

• 21': A header from Danny Welbeck goes wide after connecting with a cross from Geovany Quenda.
• 37': Robert Sanchez makes a shaky claim for a cross, but Chelsea manages to avert danger.
• 42': Sanchez saves a powerful shot from Jeremie Boga.
• 51': Marco Palestra breaks through but is thwarted by Michele Di Gregorio.
• 68': Zhegrova scores the decisive goal.
• 82': Mykhailo Mudryk returns for his first appearance since November 2024.

Chelsea's lack of offensive firepower was evident, compounded by the absence of key players like Morgan Rogers, Cole Palmer, and Enzo Fernandez. Despite promising performances from new signings and a solid debut for Quenda, the Blues failed to convert their efforts into clear goal-scoring opportunities, marking their second consecutive pre-season defeat.