Chelsea first half player ratings vs Club America: Silva and Gallagher solid, Havertz wasteful

With Edouard Mendy, somewhat surprisingly, not named in the squad, Kepa was handed an opportunity. There was one poor pass out from the Spaniard, but he was solid with his punching and ensured Chelsea went into the break with a clean sheet.

The academy graduate started in his customary position on the right of the Chelsea back three and produced a couple of neat darts forward from the back. Chalobah did produce one lovely pass down the line for Kenedy to collect and was solid defensively, as supporters have come to expect.

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Another pre-season campaign for the 37-year-old; he certainly knows the drill at this stage. Silva eased his way through the first half in the middle of Chelsea's back three, never appearing rushed or having to overly exert himself. He did come close to scoring with a late header.

Back on the left of the three, the Frenchman made a shaky start with a poor pass out wide to Ben Chilwell. He did show a great turn of pace later in the game to chase down and dangerous ball forward and intercept.

A ball of energy during the opening period. Kenedy showed some nice touches to advance the ball, completed a couple of sharp dribbles and came close to scoring with a low drive that went narrowly wide of the post. He was caught out positionally, however, in his own defensive third and one occasion, almost led to a goal for Club America.

The England international is expected to remain at Stamford Bridge this season and his performance in the opening 45 minutes highlighted why. Gallagher's trademark energy was evident, but he also dictated Chelsea's possession game and created the best chance of the half for Kai Havertz.