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Blues boss Liam Rosenior has confirmed that Cole Palmer is in contention to feature in tomorrows champions league clash at Napoli and also outlined the plan for Romeo Lavia after the midfielders return to training The Blues final group league phase game takes place in Naples at the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona stadium tomorrow evening against Napoli, with the Blues looking to secure a victory which would ensure direct progression into the round of 16. Blues talisman Palmer was an absentee from the victories over Pafos and Crystal Palace as he suffered a thigh issue however has travelled to Naples with Rosenior outlining this in his pre match press conference that the England international could be set to feature against the Serie A side.  Another player included in the Blues travelling party is goalkeeper Filip Jorgensen an absentee from the Blues 3-1 win at Crystal Palace on Sunday.  Midfielder Romeo Lavia also hasn't made the trip to Naples however, was involved in the morn...

Chelsea striker Joao Pedro recognised the importance of yesterday’s 2-0 win at home to Brentford in which the Blues had to dig in for the win whilst exhibiting an impressive spirit and toughness against a good team. Joao Pedro celebrates scoring Chelsea's opener against Brentford  The game proved to be of few clear cut opportunities for the Blues, but it was a win that was hard fought and efficient, with the Blues scoring both goals with their only shots on target. The first coming from the Brazilian who clinically smashed home the opener, before Cole Palmer made sure of the points from the spot after the break.  Realising how difficult the challenge was Joao Pedro was delighted to have contributed towards the win for the Blues their first since December especially against fellow West London outfit Brentford who have proved their quality with wins against Manchester City, Aston Villa and Manchester United this season.  The 24 year old Brazilian believes that yesterday...

Liam Rosenior's first starting line-up as Chelsea head coach comprises of 8 changes as the Blues kick off their FA cup campaign at Charlton Athletic  Liam Rosenior was only appointed head coach on Tuesday however, did not officially take charge of  the team until Thursday, the day after Chelsea's defeat to Fulham. There is a start in goal for Filip Jorgensen with a back four comprised of Josh Acheampong, Tosin Adarabioyo, Benoit Badiashile and Jorrel Hato. The Blues are captained by Moises Caicedo who is partnered in midfield by Andrey Santos, with starts for Alejandro Garnacho, Facundo Buoananotte and Jamie Gittens with Marc Guiu  set to lead the line. 

Blues Head Coach Liam Rosenior says that he and his players are focused purely on giving the fantastic Chelsea supporters the success that they want and deserve, while fostering a bond with the Blues supporters which will make Stamford Bridge a fortress again.  The 41 year old newly appointed head coach takes charge of his first game today with the Blues making a short round trip across London to face Charlton in the third round of the FA cup  Rosenior is looking to stamp his mark and make an impression with the supporters with  his sides style of football and is determined to give the fans a team and a performance they can be proud of.  When asked about this Rosenior said " My main focus is on the performance of this team, I think that if your a supporter and you see a performance from your team then even though you may not win but if the fans see players running and showing some fight and giving everything for the shirt then you will go home happy. This is what I w...

Blues interim head coach Callum McFarlane makes six changes to the Chelsea starting XI ahead of tonight's premier league clash with Fulham   New Chelsea head coach Liam Rosenior was appointed yesterday it is Calum McFarlane who oversees tonight's clash at Craven Cottage. Chelsea will be looking to build upon their hard earned draw away at Manchester City on Sunday.  Goalkeeper Robert Sanchez missed the draw on Sunday due to injury and returns to start in goal for tonight's West London derby at Craven Cottage. He is expected to be protected by a defence which consists of Malo Gusto, Tosin Adarabioyo, Trevoh Chalobah and Marc Cucurella.  There is a return back to the side for Moises Caicedo after the Ecuadorian served a one game suspension against Manchester City.  Caicedo is set to be partnered in midfield by Andrey Santos after the Brazilian's impressive second half outing on Sunday. There is a start for Cole Palmer once more along with the Blues goalscorer at t...