Chelsea is set to field a youthful squad against Astana, leaving key players behind to focus on the Premier League clash with Brentford
London: Chelsea is making some interesting choices for their upcoming match against Astana. They’re leaving a bunch of their star players back home. Instead, they’re taking a young squad to Kazakhstan for the Conference League game.
The Blues have been on fire, winning all four of their group stage matches. So, coach Enzo Maresca is using this chance to rest his key players ahead of a big Premier League game against Brentford. It’s a smart move, right?
Maresca mentioned that some senior players will stay in London while a mix of young talent will make the trip. He’s got 17 players with him, and it sounds like they’re ready to step up. Young full-back Josh Acheampong is finally getting his chance after a long wait due to a contract issue.
Unfortunately, midfielder Cesare Casadei won’t be playing because he’s suspended after a red card in the last match. The predicted lineup looks promising, with a mix of fresh faces and some experienced players. The game kicks off at 3:30 PM GMT on December 12, 2024, at the Almaty Ortalyk Stadium, and you can catch it on TNT Sports.