Chelsea XI vs Newcastle: Beginning lineup and confirmed crew news

Jul 27, 2023 at 1:00 AM

Mauricio Pochettino had already confirmed the right-back’s return after a minor knee harm and sickness stunted his pre-season preparations.

The Chelsea boss stated forward of the conflict in Atlanta: “He is a very important player for us and it’s important to have a player like him back. Hopefully, he can play.”

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Trevoh Chalobah has overcome a minor Achilles concern that prevented him from facing Brighton final trip and likewise begins tonight in defence alongside younger Bashir Humphreys. Noni Madueke was held again from that 4-3 win on Saturday after coming back from the England Under-21s’ victory on the European Championship and doesn’t characteristic tonight both.

Mykhailo Mudryk and Enzo Fernandez have been totally reintegrated into the Chelsea first crew and begin on the Mercedes-Benz Stadium, with Levi Colwill on the bench.

Pochettino has picked a robust aspect towards Eddie Howe’s Newcastle, who certified for the Champions League by way of their fourth-placed end within the Premier League final season.