Chelsea Set to Face Johor Darul Ta'zim in Pre-Season Friendly

Chelsea is scheduled to compete against Johor Darul Ta'zim, the champions of Malaysia, in a pre-season friendly on Sunday, August 10. This match comes shortly after Chelsea's 3-0 victory over AC Milan.

After experiencing defeats to Tottenham and Juventus, Chelsea rebounded with a strong performance against AC Milan, where Joao Pedro scored twice, bringing his pre-season total to five goals. Coach Xabi Alonso is expected to rotate the squad significantly, providing opportunities for fringe players ahead of the upcoming season.

Johor Darul Ta'zim enters the match with positive momentum, having drawn with Elche and secured a 2-0 win against Cartagena. The team, managed by Xisco Munoz, had a dominant domestic season, scoring 117 goals in 24 league matches. Chelsea's lineup may feature several young players, as key players from the previous match are likely to be rested.