Frank Lampard believes Chelsea can come back against Real Madrid in Champions League - 'Special things can happen'

Frank Lampard believes Chelsea can mount a comeback against Real Madrid after their 2-0 defeat at the Santiago Bernabeu on Wednesday. Karim Benzema and Marco Asensio scored either side of a Ben Chilwell red card in a one-sided first leg which leaves Chelsea needing to score at least two goals if they are to reach the Champions League semi-finals. Ad Lampard has overseen two losses as interim boss at Chelsea and his side are yet to score a goal since his return to the London club last week.

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»I don't think they carved us open at 10 men. That was due to spirit. We had our chances — Joao Felix, Raheem Sterling, Mason Mount.

«Some good things, but the result is the reality. Special things can happen at Stamford Bridge. We have to believe.

»There is a lot there for us, as good a team as they are. «There's a bit of a lack of belief. The players don't know how good they are.

There was some good in there. Next week will be a big fight.» Real Madrid boss Carlo Ancelotti insists the tie is far from over despite a commanding performance from his side. «Don't forget that Chelsea are a good team with good players,» the Italian said.

«We won 2-0 and took advantage of this game. It is not done yet. We need to fight and sacrifice at Stamford Bridge.

This is normal, it is the quarter-final of the Champions League. »We are satisfied for the game. It was a good