By Ashton Cox A much changed Chelsea team overcame Copenhagen 1-2 away from home in the first-leg of the UEFA Conference League in an unconvincing performance. Shumaira Mheuka was handed his first-team debut to become the Blues’ youngest-ever starter in a European match, but was hooked at half-time. The introduction of several Chelsea regulars at…
By Ashton Cox Enzo Maresca has confirmed that he has dropped Robert Sanchez as number one goalkeeper. The Spanish goalkeeper has made five errors leading to goals this season, which is joint first alongside Ipswich’s Arijanet Muric. Until last week, Maresca continued to support Sanchez in press conferences and in his team selection. However, the…
By Ashton Cox Nicolas Jackson has been ruled out of action until after the March international break. The Senegalese striker picked up the hamstring injury during last week’s victory over West Ham United. Originally, Enzo Maresca had hoped that his main number nine would be back in time for Friday’s trip to the Amex Stadium….
By Ashton Cox Enzo Maresca insisted that the handball was clear in Brighton’s winning goal, as they beat Chelsea 2-1 at the Amex Stadium. Tariq Lamptey’s shot was blocked by Moises Caicedo, with the rebound then striking Lamptey’s outstretched hand in the build-up to the winner. The Football Association’s decision not to use VAR before…
By Ashton Cox Mathis Amougou has joined Chelsea on deadline day. The 19-year-old midfielder has signed for a fee of £12 million on an eight-year deal. The Frenchman arrives with just 17 professional appearances under his belt, having only made his first-team debut for Saint Etienne in Ligue 2 last season. He will start first-team…