Chelsea will face Real Madrid in a high-profile preseason friendly at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, NC, marking the final match of their U.S. tour under new manager Enzo Maresca. Both teams are coming off recent defeats; Chelsea lost 4-2 to Manchester City, while Real Madrid was beaten by Barcelona. This match is seen as a significant test for Chelsea, who have had mixed results on their tour. Real Madrid's Carlo Ancelotti has expressed his support for Maresca's project at Chelsea, emphasizing the need for time to succeed. The game will be broadcast on ESPN2 and available via streaming services like Fubo and DirecTV Stream. Key players from both teams are either injured or on extended breaks post-Euro 2024, which adds another layer of intrigue to the matchup.