Chelsea boss Antonio Conte enjoyed the competitive edge of their International Champions Cup win over Liverpool.

Cesc Fabregas was handed a straight red for a 70th minute challenge on Liverpool defender Ragnar Klavan.

"When two great teams face each other in a game, nobody wants to lose and for this reason I saw a competitive game," said Conte.

"I was pleased with my team because I saw the right spirit and a lot of positive things, but I know and my players know that we can improve a lot. I am pleased with the attitude today and also that when we played with 10 men we didn't suffer. Don't forget we are working very hard with two training sessions every day and it is a good attitude.

"The most important thing today was to see the right spirit in my team and the will to fight to win a friendly game. This is the right way."