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Leandro Damaio, Kawasaki Frontale Beat Chelsea 1-0 in Pre-Season Battle

Frank Lampard suffered his first defeat as Chelsea manager as the Blues fell to a 1-0 pre-season loss against Kawasaki Frontale at the Nissan Stadium in Yokohama, Japan, on Friday.

Following a goalless first half, Leandro Damiao struck late in the second to earn the hosts a surprise win.

The Blues had looked the more dangerous throughout the match, but a late flurry from Kawasaki culminated in Damiao heading the winner in the 86th minute.

Chelsea's preparations for the 2019-20 season continue on Tuesday with a clash against Spanish champions Barcelona.

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