Chelsea scored 4-1 AC Milan in the warm-up match, Drapp scored twice, and defeated his opponent with three major advantages

In the warm-up match before the start of the Premier League, Chelsea showed strong offensive firepower 4-1, and AC Milan with ten players was inevitable. In the 18th minute, the impact of Curbis' red card was also very obvious. This game highlights the differences in tactical execution, player status and response to emergencies between the two teams. Chelsea is obviously in a better state at home.

Just 5 minutes into the opening game, Chelsea created an own goal by James' free kick and took the lead early. This goal seems accidental, but it also reflects Chelsea's arrangement in set piece tactics and the players' active running. In the 8th minute, Neto made a wonderful pass, Pedro scored a header, and Chelsea led two goals in less than 10 minutes. This fantastic start was indeed surprising.

However, the turning point of the game occurred in the 18th minute. Kubis, as the last defensive player, beat Pedro and was sent off by the referee directly showing a red card. This penalty is undoubtedly a worse injury for AC Milan, and the team has to play more with less. But with one less player, AC Milan did not collapse immediately. They were still organized tightly on the defensive end. Leo, Sanchez and other players also created some opportunities, such as Leo's header and accuse him of failing to hit the target. However, the disadvantage of fighting with one less person is gradually emerging, and Chelsea's ball possession rate and offensive opportunities on the court have increased significantly.

In the second half, the coach made some substitutions, and Chelsea continued to expand its advantage. In the 67th minute, Estewan made a point and Drapp hit a penalty. Although Fofana scored a goal for AC Milan in the 70th minute, this did not change the direction of the game. In the end, Drapp scored a buzzer in the 90th minute and locked the score at 4-1.

From this game, we can see that Chelsea performed well on the offensive end. The players cooperated tactics and had a variety of offensive methods. Whether it was set pieces, crosses from the wing or shots in the penalty area, they caused huge trouble to AC Milan's defense line. AC Milan exposed some problems on the defensive end, especially after one less player fighting, the loopholes in the defense were gradually captured by Chelsea.

For Chelsea, this victory is undoubtedly a positive signal. They showed good form in this friendly match before the start of the new season, which is of great significance to the team's morale improvement and preparations for the new season. In this friendly match between Chelsea and AC Milan, the lineup configuration and player performance of the two teams not only reflect the team's current tactical ideas and personnel reserves, but also laid the foreshadowing for the journey of the new season.

Chelsea's lineup is a combination of new and old, which improves the offensive sharpness. As the captain, Rees James leads the defense line. His round-trip ability on the right and set-piece threats are important weapons for Chelsea. James not only effectively restricted the breakthroughs of Milan offensive players such as Leo on the defensive end, but also participated in many key offensive cooperation through precise crosses and insertions, reflecting his role as a hub in the team's offensive and defensive transformation. The efficient execution of this set piece tactic not only shows the team's details, but also indicates that James will remain an indispensable tactical core for the Blues in the new season.

This game is Pedro Neto's efficiency. The Portuguese striker started at the front line and scored a goal through Neto's exquisite pass in just 8 minutes, continuing his hot state of scoring consecutive goals after joining Chelsea. Data shows that he has scored goals in the last four official/friendly matches. The general's keen sense of grabbing points and tacit cooperation with his teammates not only proves his value as an experienced striker, but also injects stable finishing ability into Chelsea's forward line.

In addition, England's rising star Drapp, who came on as the substitute, became the focus of the game. He first calmly took the penalty in the 67th minute to expand the score, and then pushed the ball to win the game in the 90th minute, completing a double score. The young forward's speed, sense of smell in front of the goal and psychological quality under high pressure fully demonstrates the depth of Chelsea's forward line and the potential for youth training results.

The double midfielder Enzo Fernandez and Kesédo showed excellent balance on both offense and defense. Enzo's long pass schedule and overall view effectively sorted out the offensive rhythm, while Kesédo's interception and coverage ability provided a barrier for the defense. The tacit cooperation between the two initially reflected the tactical framework of the midfield in the new season.

Palmer and Neto attacked in series. The former's interspersed runs and incised shots on the right are extremely threatening, while Neto assisted Pedro with precise passes. The two's wide breakthroughs and rib penetration add diversity to Chelsea's offense. This efficient connection between midfield creativity and the end of the front line is the key to the team's quick two-goal lead at the start.

Chelsea's first game of the new season was at 21:00 on August 17, and the team played against Crystal Palace at home. The 23:30 minute that night was Manchester United's match against Arsenal. The other three giants, Liverpool, played against Bournemouth at 3 a.m. on August 16, which is also the first Premier League game. Tottenham Hotspur played against Burnley at 22 a.m. on the same day, and Manchester City played against Wolves away at 0:30 a.m. on the 17th. All signings this summer are very good, and the first round of the Premier League in the new season is watching the competition.