Real Madrid kicked off the Soccer Champions Tour with a defeat against a more experienced Milan side in a match that marked Endrick's debut. In the opening minutes, Thibaut Courtois stood out with impressive saves from Samu Chukwueze and Nasti's shots in the fourth and seventh minutes, respectively. Shortly after, Real Madrid had their first opportunity with a long-range shot from Arda Güler that Torriani managed to save.

The final chance of the first half also went to Real Madrid when Brahim led a counter-attack, combining with Endrick, only to see his shot narrowly miss the target. After the break, Milan took the lead through Samu Chukwueze, who beat Lunin in the 55th minute. Eight minutes later, Milan nearly doubled their lead with a free-kick from Bennacer that Thiaw headed onto the crossbar.

As the match progressed, Lunin made a crucial save in a one-on-one situation with Pulisic in the 73rd minute. Real Madrid pushed for an equalizer and came close in the 83rd minute with a brilliant solo effort by Brahim, who set up Álvaro Rodríguez, but Torriani thwarted the chance. Three minutes later, Fran García saw his effort blocked by Thiaw after cutting inside Tomori in the box. Despite their efforts, Ancelotti's men couldn't find the back of the net.

Alongside Endrick, Asencio, Joan Martínez, Palacios, and Jeremy de León also made their first appearances for the team. Real Madrid's next match will be against Barcelona in New Jersey.

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