Chelsea secures 3-0 victory over AC Milan in Indonesia Super Cup
Blues dominate Milan in Jakarta
Chelsea achieved a notable 3-0 victory against Serie A side AC Milan in Jakarta, securing the 2026 Indonesia Super Cup. The match, part of Chelsea’s pre-season tour, saw goals from Joao Pedro, who scored twice, and Moises Caicedo. This result marked a return to form for Xabi Alonso’s side after recent pre-season defeats.
The encounter took place in sweltering conditions at the GBK Stadium, with over 40,000 supporters in attendance. Chelsea controlled the game from the outset, creating several opportunities throughout the first half. Milan’s goalkeeper, Lorenzo Torriani, was called into action early, denying Joao Pedro’s initial attempt and later pushing away a shot from Pedro Neto.
Despite Milan’s Rafael Leao posing a threat with his direct runs, Chelsea’s defence, marshalled by Josh Acheampong and Wesley Fofana, largely kept him in check. Luka Modric also had a shot blocked, and Strahinja Pavlovic’s effort went wide, but Chelsea’s goal remained mostly unthreatened.
First-half breakthrough and second-half surge
The deadlock was broken in first-half stoppage time when Joao Pedro connected with a corner delivered by Moises Caicedo, heading the ball past Torriani. This goal came after Joao Pedro had earlier missed a chance from a Marco Palestra cutback.
Chelsea extended their lead rapidly after the half-time interval. Just moments into the second period, Pedro Neto provided a cross to the back post, which Joao Pedro guided into the net for his second goal of the match. This quick succession of goals followed a series of changes made by Milan at half-time, while Alonso opted to keep his starting XI on the pitch.
The third goal arrived shortly after, originating from another corner. Romeo Lavia played a pass to the edge of the penalty area, where Moises Caicedo executed an outside-of-the-boot volley into the corner of the goal. This marked Caicedo’s contribution to the scoreline, adding to his assist for the opening goal.
Substitutions and continued pressure
Xabi Alonso’s team continued to press for more goals. Cole Palmer tested Torriani with a shot from 18 yards, and Marco Palestra drilled an effort wide after a cross from substitute Geovany Quenda. Quenda and Nicolas Jackson were introduced into the game, replacing Pedro Neto and Danny Welbeck respectively, and both made an immediate impact.
Jackson created a chance for Palmer with a pass and later rattled the post following a strong run into the Milan penalty area. Quenda also proved lively on the right wing, producing neat footwork and flashing an attempt wide before hitting the near post with a powerful effort. Another substitute, Estevao, also had a chance saved by Torriani in the closing stages.
Further substitutions saw Aaron Anselmino replace Jorrel Hato, and Reggie Watson, Mykhailo Mudryk, and Estevao come on for Caicedo, Palmer, and Joao Pedro. In stoppage time, Mamadou Sarr was introduced for Fofana. The match concluded with Chelsea lifting the Indonesia Super Cup, marking a positive end to this leg of their pre-season tour.
Looking ahead to the next fixture
Chelsea’s starting lineup for the match included Robert Sanchez in goal, with a defensive line of Josh Acheampong, Wesley Fofana, Jorrel Hato, and Marco Palestra. The midfield featured captain Moises Caicedo and Romeo Lavia, while the attack comprised Cole Palmer, Joao Pedro, Pedro Neto, and Danny Welbeck.
The squad also included several substitutes who saw action, such as Nicolas Jackson, Geovany Quenda, Mykhailo Mudryk, and Estevao. Milan’s lineup featured players like Lorenzo Torriani, Rafael Leao, and Luka Modric, with several changes made at the half. The final minutes passed without further incident.
Chelsea is scheduled for a quick turnaround, travelling to Malaysia to face Johor Darul Ta’zim tomorrow, Sunday, with the game set to begin at 8pm local time.
Source: chelseafc.com
