Real ‘hit a good level’ as Chelsea sink

Real Madrid marched on in their defence of their European crown as they booked their place in the Champions League semi-finals for the 11th time in the last 13 competitions on Tuesday.

Carlo Ancelotti's men breezed past Chelsea at Stamford Bridge with Rodrygo's double securing a 2-0 win.

"Chelsea did very well in the first half and caused us a few problems, but we put in a very well-rounded second half, raised our game and moved the ball around better and had more dynamism. We hit a good level," Ancelotti told reporters.

"We are delighted to play in another semi-final and will keep striving to reach the final. Reaching a semi-final is always a success because it allows you to dream of winning another Champions League and playing another final. "

Chelsea's interim manager Frank Lampard found crumbs of comfort from his side's performance despite a crushing quarter-final exit.

"I think for 60 minutes the only thing missing was a goal," Lampard told reporters. "One goal or two goals changes the face of the game and at this level when you're not clinical you see what happens. The end bit of scoring is crucial and something we need to address."

But he says the rebuilding job must start in the time he remains at the helm.

"Manchester United have spent time out (of the Champions League), Arsenal have spent time out. It's impossible to try and predict it. We can set the building blocks now of where we want to get to."