Mykhailo Mudryk made his first competitive appearance in 20 months but could not prevent Chelsea slipping to another defeat in what is rapidly turning into a disappointing pre-season tour of Asia. The Ukraine winger had not played since November 2024 after testing positive for the banned substance meldonium but saw his case resolved earlier than expected last week. He jetted out immediately to join the Chelsea squad in Hong Kong and was thrust into the action to a warm reception from the crowd with eight minutes to go.It was not really enough time for Mudryk to get involved in a fractious encounter that saw four players booked.And while he will steal the headlines, it was Juventus who took the win thanks to Edon Zhegrovas lovely curling effort midway through the second half.more to follow Topics Chelsea F.C. Juventus FC Add us as a preferred source on Google If you enjoy reading this article, you can help support our independent football journalism by adding 101 Great Goals as a preferred source You Should Also Read Debutant Welbeck comes close but Chelsea frustrated by Juventus in Hong Kong Jon Fisher 5th August, 2026 Chelsea v Juventus: Confirmed line-ups as Welbeck makes debut and Mudryk named on the bench Jon Fisher 5th August, 2026 Chelsea v Juventus: Expected line-ups, stats and where to watch as Blues face Bianconeri Jon Fisher 5th August, 2026 August in the Premier League: Five key fixtures to watch Tom Rostance 4th August, 2026 Mudryk could make sensational Chelsea return tomorrow after 20 months on the sidelines Jon Fisher 4th August, 2026 Jadon was not on trial with the club: Non-league Flixton deny Sancho transfer rumour Cian Cheesbrough 3rd August, 2026
