Real Madrid defeated Chelsea 2-1 in Charlotte. Here are the key takeaways from the match:
- Opportunity for Castilla Players: Many Castilla players participated in pre-season, including Mario Martin, Raul Asencio, Nico Paz, Juanmi Latasa, Rafael Obrador, and Jacobo Ramon. They will get chances in the 2024/25 season, though limited due to the team’s depth.
- Super Cup Line-up Hint: Carlo Ancelotti may field Dani Carvajal, Ferland Mendy, Jude Bellingham, and Eduardo Camavinga soon. Luka Modric might replace Toni Kroos as a defensive midfielder.
- First Pre-Season Win: Despite earlier losses to AC Milan and Barcelona, Ancelotti is not worried. The team dominated Chelsea with 57% possession and 14 shots, indicating potential for more goals in official matches.
Real Madrid had a challenging pre-season in the US, with key players like Bellingham, Vinicius, Rodrygo, and Mbappe absent. Despite this, Ancelotti remains confident in the team’s ability to compete for seven titles. Young talent Endrick showed promise but needs patience. Ancelotti dismissed rumors of Bellingham’s positional change for Mbappe, affirming Bellingham’s role and importance.