In a highly anticipated match-up between two European football giants, Chelsea faced Real Madrid in the second leg of the Champions League semi-final with the daunting task of overturning a 2-0 deficit from the first leg. Despite the home advantage at Stamford Bridge, the Blues were unable to mount a comeback against the current European champions, losing 0-2 and 0-4 on aggregate.

The match started off evenly, with both teams creating chances and testing each other’s defenses. However, it was Real Madrid who struck first, Rodrygo with Rod scoring in the 58th minutes. This goal put Chelsea in an even more difficult position, needing to score at least three goals to progress to the final.

Chelsea tried to respond but struggled to break down Real Madrid’s defense, which was solid throughout the game. The Blues had a few chances, most notably through Timo Werner, who missed a glorious opportunity to equalize in the Second half.

Real Madrid doubled their lead in the second half through a goal from Rodrygo , who was playing against his former club. The Rodrygo goal effectively ended any hopes of a Chelsea comeback, and the rest of the game was played out without any major incidents.

The result was a bitter disappointment for Chelsea, who had reached the semi-finals for the first time since 2014. However, it was a deserved victory for Real Madrid, who showed their experience and quality throughout the tie. The Spanish side will now face Premier League champions Manchester City in the final, which will take place in Istanbul on May 29th.

Overall, it was a disappointing end to Chelsea’s European campaign, but the team can take pride in their performances throughout the tournament. They will now turn their attention to the Premier League, where they are still fighting for a top-four finish and a place in next season’s Champions League.