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Chelsea will be looking to avoid a third straight defeat when they face AC Milan in a pre-season friendly at Gelora Bung Karno Madya Stadium in Indonesia.
The Blues endured a disappointing 2025-26 campaign, finishing 10th in the Premier League, and will begin a new era under the guidance of Xabi Alonso.
AC Milan have also appointed a new manager, with Ruben Amorim taking charge as he looks to rebuild his reputation following a difficult spell at Manchester United.
Read our prediction, preview and betting tips for the game below, and make sure to check out our today's betting tips page for more of our expert predictions.
Chelsea vs AC Milan key stats
- Chelsea have not kept a clean sheet in their last eight matches.
- Each of AC Milan's last 10 matches has produced Under 10.5 corners.
- The Red and Black have not won their last three matches.
Chelsea vs AC Milan preview: Can the Blues avoid third defeat in a row?
Chelsea vs AC Milan — Tale of the Tape
| Chelsea | vs | AC Milan |
|---|---|---|
| NA | Position | NA |
| NA | Points | NA |
| NA | Goals For | NA |
| NA | Goals Against | NA |
| NA | Clean Sheets | NA |
| NA | Home / Away Rank | NA |
Chelsea endured a disappointing 2025-26 Premier League campaign, losing 14 matches and finishing outside the European qualification places, meaning there will be no continental football at Stamford Bridge this season.
The Blues have since embarked on a major rebuild, bringing in several new signings as Xabi Alonso looks to reshape the squad and implement his own style of play.
The Spaniard is still in the early stages of his tenure, and the pre-season has underlined that there is plenty of work ahead before Chelsea are ready for the new campaign.
Chelsea opened their preparations with an entertaining 6-4 victory over Western Sydney, but have since suffered back-to-back defeats against Tottenham Hotspur and Juventus, leaving Alonso eager to end the tour on a positive note.
AC Milan looked on course for a top-three finish for much of last season, but a poor run during the closing weeks saw them miss out on Champions League qualification as Como capitalised on their slip-ups.
The Rossoneri won just one of their final five league matches, losing three, before turning to Ruben Amorim in an attempt to revive the club's fortunes.
Milan have strengthened their attacking options with the signing of Goncalo Ramos, who is expected to play a key role under the new manager.
The Italian giants are still searching for their first pre-season victory under Amorim, having drawn both of their friendly matches so far.
Chelsea vs AC Milan form guide & betting tips
| Chelsea | vs | AC Milan |
|---|---|---|
WLL |
Form | DD |
| 7 | Goals For | 3 |
| 7 | Goals Against | 3 |
WLL |
Club friendlies | DD |
Whispers predicts: Chelsea 2-2 AC Milan
Chelsea are favourites to win this friendly and are priced at 9/10 (1.90), although AC Milan's two consecutive draws suggest that the draw at 11/4 (3.75) is also worth considering.
Four of the last five matches involving both sides have seen goals at both ends, making BTTS – Yes at 4/9 (1.44) an attractive betting option.
Chelsea have conceded the opening goal in six of their last eight matches, so AC Milan to score first at 13/10 (2.30) also offers good value.
> Match result: Draw at 11/4 (3.75) | Likelihood: Probable
> BTTS – Yes at 4/9 (1.44) | Likelihood: Probable
> AC Milan to score first at 13/10 (2.3) | Likelihood: Probable