Chelsea will face Real Madrid in the first leg of the #UCLQuarterFinals at Stamford Bridge, and here are some key updates to be aware of ahead of the match.The Champions of Europe, Chelsea, will face the most successful club in the Champions League in the first leg of the predicted #UCLQuarterFinals today, Wednesday, April 6, 2022. This is not the first time the two sides have met in the competition; Chelsea defeated Real Madrid in the Champions League Semifinals in the 2020/2021 season, and they won the title last season.
Real Madrid will be hoping to avoid a repetition of the previous season's result in this match. Thomas Tuchel revealed in his press conference on Tuesday, April 5, 2022, that Chelsea would have to change up their formation and that Ngolo Kante, one or both of the rested Jorginho, and Mateo Kovacic would all be available to boost the midfield's strength.Christian Pulisic, aka 'Captain' America, would also be eligible for the game planned for today, Wednesday, April 6, 2022. Reece James would also be available, however Hudson Odoi's participation in this match is unknown.After testing negative for COVID-19, Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti was given the green light to fly to London to face the Los Blancos. Eden Hazard will also miss the match after undergoing surgery for an injury he incurred.
Head-to-Head
In their last five matches in all competitions, Real Madrid has failed to beat Chelsea.
Chelsea triumphs with a score of 3 to 1.
Real Madrid is the winner with a score of 0:0.
2 draws
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