It ends 1 - 1 at Stamford Bridge between Chelsea and Inter

The passion of Inter fans knows no bounds, reaching all the way to London. From the very start, our travelling support at Chelsea’s stadium made their devotion to Inter clear. Simone Inzaghi's team continued to be in perfect sync with its fans this season, rewarding them with a solid performance. The match ended 1-1 between Chelsea and Inter in the final friendly before the Serie A 2024/25 season kicks off.

The atmosphere was electric, with a packed Stamford Bridge eagerly anticipating the excitement of a mouthwatering clash with an international flavour. The Nerazzurri struggled early on, trying to keep the game’s tempo down. Chelsea started the stronger side, creating a good opportunity in the ninth minute. However, Sommer was quick to respond, making a crucial save. Inter’s first real chance came after fifteen minutes when Dimarco combined with Thuram and delivered a cross from the byline, but his effort hit the side-netting.

As the second half progressed, Inter grew into the game, displaying their usual compactness and effectiveness on the counterattack. It was from a counter that Thuram scored the opener. Bisseck set up the play from midfield, passing to Correa, who then found Thuram. With a precise diagonal shot, Thuram broke the deadlock, perfectly showcasing the team’s style. Before the break, Dimarco's weak header failed to test Sanchez. Chelsea, however, almost levelled the score with Guiu’s close-range shot, which was superbly saved by Sommer.

The second half saw Inter become even more organised, effectively managing the game. Five minutes in, Dimarco almost made it 2-0 with a powerful left-footed strike, but Sanchez produced an excellent save. Chelsea, spurred on by their fans, pressed forward and in the 54th minute, Nkunku came close with an impressive overhead kick, again denied by the brilliant Sommer. Chelsea hit the post soon after with a Colwill effort. The game then saw both teams struggle to find their rhythm in the final third. Palmer and Mkhitaryan both had attempts but missed the target. Despite a solid defensive display, Inter could not prevent the equaliser in the 89th minute when Ugochukwu capitalised on a rebound, scoring with a powerful shot from close range.

CHELSEA 1-1 INTER | MATCH DETAILS

Goals: 26' Thuram (I), 89' Ugochukwu (C)

INTER (3-5-2): 1 Sommer; 31 Bisseck (47 Fontanarosa 71'), 15 Acerbi (28 Pavard 60'), 30 Carlos Augusto; 36 Darmian (2 Dumfries 60'), 23 Barella (59 Topalovic 84'), 21 Asllani (16 Frattesi 57'), 22 Mkhitaryan (52 Berenbruch 81, 32 Dimarco; 9 Thuram (24 Salcedo 60'), 11 Correa (57 Quieto 75'). Subs: 12 Di Gennaro, 13 Martinez, 51 Alexiou, 95 Bastoni. Coach: Simone Inzaghi.

CHELSEA (4-2-3-1): 1 Sanchez; 27 Gusto (16 Ugochukwu 81'), 29 Fofana, 6 Colwill (4 Adarabioyo 69'), 3 Cucurella (40 Veiga 46'); 8 Fernandez, 45 Lavia (25 Caicedo 46'); 11 Madueke (20 Palmer 46'), 22 Dewsbury-Hall (18 Nkunku 46'), 10 Mudryk (7 Sterling 77'); 38 Guiu (15 Jackson 56'). Subs: 12 Jorgensen, 13 Bettinelli, 2 Disasi, 5 Badiashile, 17 Chukwuemeka, 21 Chilwell. Coach: Enzo Maresca.

Referee: Sam Barrott Linesmen: Darren Cann, Akil Howso Fourth official: Lida Junpei

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90' Full time. Chelsea 1-1 Inter. 89' Goal for Chelsea, Ugochukwu with the goal. 80' Sterling drives to the byline and feeds Palmer, whose effort is off target. 66' Mkhitaryan fires over the crossbar from long range. 65' Nkunku looks to play it across the face of goal but Jackson can't get on the end of it. 57' Mudryk's clipped ball is deflected to Colwill, who smashes his effort into the post. 54' An audacious bicycle kick from Nkunku is kept out by a flying Sommer. 52' Dimarco strikes the ball beautifully on the volley but Sanchez produces a great save to keep the effort out. 46' The ref blows his whistle to start the second half. 45'+1 Half time at Stamford Bridge, Inter in the lead thanks to Thuram's opener. 36' Cucurella's effort bounces awkwardly for Sommer but the Swiss stopper makes a good save. 34' Gusto has a go from distance but Sommer gathers with no issues. 33' Barella's ball finds Dimarco in the box but the looping header is easy for Sanchez. 26' GOOOALLL! Correa with a perfect ball and Thuram with a stunning finish! 22' The ball drops to Cucurella in the box but the Spaniard shoots while falling and it's straight at Sommer. 16' First foray forward for the Nerazzurri: interplay between Thuram and Dimarco, who sends his cross into the side netting. 9' Guiu with an inventive effort inside the box, Sommer with a good diving save. 5' Five minutes gone, no chances thus far. 1' Kick-off at Stamford Bridge!