Chelsea finish their pre-season campaign with a friendly against Borussia Dortmund in Chicago tonight. Mauricio Pochettino has already lifted his first trophy as Blues boss after his side triumphed in the inaugural Premier League Summer Series, raising hope that a big bounce-back season is to come at Stamford Bridge.
Clearly, Pochettino will be keen for supporters not to get too carried away at this early stage. There is little doubt that his side remain a work in progress, particularly with their top transfer target in Moises Caicedo yet to be signed. Still, the likes of new signings Nicolas Jackson and Christopher Nkunku have looked impressive in pre-season after their summer moves.
Dortmund are likely to provide a stern test for Chelsea tonight. They may have lost Jude Bellingham to Real Madrid but managed to overcome Manchester United earlier this week, proving there is life after the England international. Follow Chelsea vs Borussia Dortmund live below, with expert analysis from Standard Sport’s Nizaar Kinsella at Soldier Field!
Live updates
Chelsea FC team news: Ugochukwu could make debut
Chelsea could hand a swift debut to new signing Lesley Ugochukwu in tonight’s last pre-season friendly meeting with Borussia Dortmund in Chicago.
The 19-year-old midfielder trained with Mauricio Pochettino’s squad for the first time on Tuesday after completing his £23.2million transfer from Rennes.
Axel Disasi’s medical took place on Tuesday after a £38.6m fee was agreed with Monaco. The match against Dortmund will come too soon for the France defender however ahead of the official announcement of his move to Stamford Bridge.
Noni Madueke also returned to training this week after a minor hamstring issue but it remains unclear whether he will get his first minutes of pre-season at Soldier Field.
Where to watch Chelsea vs Borussia Dortmund
TV channel: The game will be broadcast live and for free on Chelsea’s official website, plus subscription channel Viaplay Sports 1.
Live stream: The 5th Stand Chelsea app will offer a live stream to subscribers.
LIVE coverage: Follow the action with Standard Sport’s dedicated match blog, with Nizaar Kinsella providing expert analysis from the ground.
Welcome
Good evening and welcome to Standard Sport’s LIVE coverage of Chelsea’s final pre-season friendly against Borussia Dortmund.
Kick-off from Chicago’s Solider Field is at 01.30am BST.
