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Mason Mount's Brace Pushes Chelsea Past Reading in 2019 Friendly

Chelsea beat Reading 4-3 in a pre-season friendly at the Madejski Stadium on Sunday.

The Royals took the lead inside 14 minutes thanks to Josh Barrett's impressive lob, but they were in front for just nine minutes before Ross Barkley equalised with a free-kick.

Kenedy fired Chelsea in front shortly before half-time.

Reading equalised four minutes into the second half through Michael Morrison, but a Mason Mount brace sent the Blues clear of the hosts.

Sam Baldock pulled another goal back for Reading in the 71st minute, but the Blues held on for the victory.