Madrid sealed a 2-0 win over Chelsea at Stamford Bridge.
Author: WTX Sports Team
Chelsea’s Champions League hopes are over.
Chelsea can start planning for next season.
‘I no longer recognise my club.’
Get those dates in your diary.
‘There will always be a moment when the tension comes.’
‘I’m worried for Chelsea.’
Erik ten Hag will hope to challenge for the title next season.
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