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Juventus earns 1-0 win over Chelsea in pre-season friendly

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 5, 2026, 2:20 PM

Last updated Aug 5, 2026

Juventus earns 1-0 win over Chelsea in pre-season friendly

Summary

Juventus defeated Chelsea 1-0 in their first friendly of the pre-season Summer Tour during the Hong Kong Football Festival 2026. Edon Zhegrova scored the only goal of the match in the 67th minute after a tight contest. Both teams had chances in the first half, with Chelsea controlling possession but failing to capitalize. Juventus's Michele Di Gregorio was called into action to save a close-range effort as the match progressed. Following multiple substitutions at halftime, Zhegrova's goal shifted the momentum, allowing Juventus to maintain their lead until full-time.

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By the Numbers

•Juventus played Chelsea in a pre-season friendly in Hong Kong.
•Edon Zhegrova scored the match's only goal in the second half.
•Both teams had scoring opportunities in a competitive first half.
•Juventus maintained discipline defensively after taking the lead.
•This match was part of Juventus's four pre-season friendlies.

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The Men’s First Team beat Chelsea 1-0 in their first friendly of the pre-season Summer Tour. The victory was part of the Hong Kong Football Festival 2026. The decisive moment came courtesy of Edon ...
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