Real-ly, Real-ly bad

Not exactly what we had in mind...
Matt Davies-Adams holds court with The Athletic's Chelsea experts Simon Johnson and Liam Twomey alongside him to reflect on the damaging 3-1 quarterfinal first leg defeat by Real Madrid at Stamford Bridge.
We analyse the Benzema masterclass, defensive deficiencies and questionable team selection - before wondering whether the Blues have any hope when they make the trip to the Bernabéu next week.
Thomas Tuchel's side must refocus quickly ahead of Saturday's trip to Southampton in the Premier League - there's a look ahead that one.
Elsewhere, the chaps touch base with the latest takeover talk, other Blues news - and go head-to-head as the quiz returns!
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Not exactly what we had in mind...

Matt Davies-Adams holds court with The Athletic's Chelsea experts Simon Johnson and Liam Twomey alongside him to reflect on the damaging 3-1 quarterfinal first leg defeat by Real Madrid at Stamford Bridge.

We analyse the Benzema masterclass, defensive deficiencies and questionable team selection - before wondering whether the Blues have any hope when they make the trip to the Bernabéu next week.

Thomas Tuchel's side must refocus quickly ahead of Saturday's trip to Southampton in the Premier League - there's a look ahead that one.

Elsewhere, the chaps touch base with the latest takeover talk, other Blues news - and go head-to-head as the quiz returns!

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices