Chelsea vs Real Madrid: Everything You Need to Know

For the first time in more than two decades, the footballing world will witness two European giants facing off against each other.

Chelsea will face Real Madrid in one of the semi-finals of the UEFA Champions League in the 20/21 season.

This will be the first time these two clubs have met since 1998 where Chelsea won 1-0.

In a total of three games played between the teams, Chelsea has won twice while drawing one.

Both teams are fighting to reach the finals of the Champions League and everyone believes that this match will be full of actions.

Tuchel Looking To Make Back-To-Back Final Appearance

Current Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel took his previous side PSG to the finals of the Champions League for the first time in their history in the 19/20 season.

The German boss, now, has the opportunity to reach his second final appearance in two years, this time, with Chelsea.

During his PSG time, Tuchel lost a tight game against Bayern Munich 1-0. With all the talents in their locker, everyone thought PSG would win but they couldn’t.

Then PSG Captain, Thiago Silva is now working again under Tuchel in Chelsea. They both hope to change their destiny and reach the finals.

The way Chelsea are currently playing, there is a high chance for them to overcome the Champions League giants Real Madrid.

How Did These Clubs Reach The Semi-Finals?

Real Madrid faced Liverpool while Chelsea went up against Porto in their respective quarter-final matches.

The team from the capital of Spain dominated the former UCL champions Liverpool 3-1 in two legs of the competition.

Real are currently in a four-way battle in La Liga against Barcelona, Sevilla and Atletico to be crowned the champions of Spain.

The club from London beat the Portuguese giants Porto 2-1 in the two legs they faced each other.

Chelsea, however, are currently fighting Leicester City, Westham, and Liverpool for the top-four position in the Premier League.

Chloe Bennett

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