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English champions Chelsea took on Spanish Champions Barcelona yesterday in the International Champions Cup. Despite both having chances it was the blues who came out on top through PKs.</p>
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The<strong> FedEx Field</strong> stadium was host to the International Champions Cup Clash between Chelsea and Barcelona yesterday.</p>
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Despite being without stars <strong>Messi</strong> and <strong>Neymar</strong>, Barcelona started the game well passing and moving the ball quickly. Although Chelsea's defence were able to cope with what Barcelona threw at them in the early stages.</p>
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However, it was Chelsea who got the ball rolling, when <strong>Eden Hazard</strong> made an incredible run past 5 Barcelona defenders and goalkeeper <strong>Ter Stegen</strong> to give the blues their first goal. As the first half continued Chelsea appeared to dominate the play after coming close on a number of occasions.</p>
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During the second half, star striker <strong>Luis Suarez</strong> was able to get his team level with a well-timed finish. Barca then added their second when <strong>Sandro</strong> scored a wonderful goal from the edge of the 18 yard box.</p>
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Although Barcelona were in front, Chelsea kept the pressure up, which paid off when <strong>Gary Cahill</strong> was able to score in the 85th minute. The blues defender took a knock from <strong>Jordi Masip</strong> in the process.</p>
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Due to the rules of the tournament, there was no extra-time and the game headed straight to PKs. Which Chelsea were able to win after <strong>Halilovic</strong> and <strong>Pique</strong> missed theirs.</p>
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Overall the game had a great atmosphere despite both clubs being abroad and shows exactly how soccer and it's fans are growing in the US.</p>
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