Victor Moses Scores Spot Kick As Chelsea Edge Out Barcelona In Friendly

Chelsea saved their best for last on their tour of the USA, beating Barcelona 4-2 on penalties at the end of a spirited 2-2 draw at FedEx Field, home of the Washington Redskins in front of more than 78,000 fans.

Loic Remy scored the winning penalty after Alan Halivovic had missed for Barca and Thibaut Courtois, the official man of the match, saved from Gerard Pique. Radamel Falcao, who had another 20-minute spell, scored his penalty confidently as did Victor Moses and Ramires.

The penalty shoot-out victory though was less important than the improved performance. Though Barcelona started with a considerably weaker side than Chelsea - who had close to a full-strength line-up – their increased sharpness and cohesion was noticeable in an impressive first-half performance.

A debut was given to 19-year-old Brazilian Kenedy, still not yet signed from Fluminese but was permitted to play in this game by his Brazilian club.

He impressed as well, strong in the challenge, tracking back well and quick getting forward.

Mikel and Moses both came on in the 60^th minute and the latter went on to score one of the Blues penalty shootout spot kick