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Loic Remy fires stunning Chelsea winner in Sydney

Chelsea signed off for the season with a 1-0 win against Sydney FC today.

Loic Remy ensured Jose Mourinho's side completed their post-season tour of Thailand and Australia with a 100 per cent record.

But the Barclays Premier League champions were forced to endure some uncomfortable moments in the closing stages as Sydney FC staged a late rally in front of 83,598 supporters.

If it wasn't for Petr Cech, the Blues would have been made to pay for their missed chances as the hosts staged a last-gasp rally.

The goalkeeper produced a brilliant save to deny a bullet header before Seb Ryall's rebound was ruled out for handball.

And there was even more late drama after George Blackwood narrowly failed to tap into an empty net after Ryall's cross as the Blues held on

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