Chelsea has a chance to secure their spot in the Conference League quarter-finals as they face Copenhagen in the second leg of the last 16 tie on Thursday evening.
Having won 2-1 in the first leg in Denmark, Chelsea is in a strong position to advance to the next round of the competition. The team is considered one of the favorites to win the tournament and should have no trouble against Copenhagen at home.
Despite some injury concerns, Chelsea’s squad depth allows Enzo Maresca to select a strong lineup for the upcoming match. The team is likely to field a similar team to the one that secured victory in the first leg.
Here is a possible lineup for Chelsea in the upcoming match.
GK: Filip Jorgensen – Maresca mentioned that the starting goalkeeper is yet to be decided, but Jorgensen may get the nod after Sanchez’s recent appearances.
RB: Trevoh Chalobah – With Gusto and James dealing with injuries and rotation, Chalobah could start at right-back as he did in the previous match.
CB: Tosin Adarabiyo – Fofana is not available for the Conference League, so Adarabioyo is likely to continue his run in central defense.
CB: Benoit Badiashile – Badiashile will be aiming for a clean sheet against a struggling Copenhagen attack.
LB: Marc Cucurella – Cucurella has been in fine form recently, contributing goals and assists to the team.
DM: Moises Caicedo – Caicedo has been a solid presence in midfield, providing defensive stability for Chelsea.
DM: Enzo Fernandez – Fernandez has been a key playmaker for Chelsea, creating chances and scoring crucial goals.
RW: Tyrique George – George has impressed in the Conference League and is expected to start on the right flank.
AM: Cole Palmer – Palmer is looking to regain his form and could use the Conference League to showcase his skills.
LW: Jadon Sancho – Sancho is eager to end his goal drought and make an impact in the upcoming match.
ST: Pedro Neto – Neto is likely to lead the line for Chelsea in the absence of other options.