Chelsea vs Juventus – Predicted lineup and team news
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Chelsea take on Juventus at Kai Tak Sports Park in Hong Kong on Wednesday, with Xabi Alonso’s side aiming to recover after their recent friendly loss to Tottenham.
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The Blues head into this fixture still searching for rhythm under their new manager following an inconsistent pre-season run. They began their tour in style with an entertaining 6-4 win over Western Sydney Wanderers but were brought back down to earth last weekend with a narrow 2-1 defeat against London rivals Spurs in Sydney. Alonso has made it clear that improving fitness levels remains a top priority as several key international players gradually rejoin the squad.
Chelsea team news
Chelsea’s squad looks much stronger for the Asian leg of the tour, as several senior players have linked up with the team after extended breaks following the World Cup.
Mykhailo Mudryk is back in contention and could feature after his 21-month doping suspension was lifted, although Alonso has stated he will be managed carefully and is unlikely to play a full match.
Robert Sanchez also returns after missing the Tottenham game with a minor injury and will compete with new signing Mike Penders for the goalkeeper spot.
Moises Caicedo and Nicolas Jackson arrived later than the rest of the group but are both expected to get minutes in this game.
Pedro Neto, Geovany Quenda, Gaga Slonina, and experienced forward Danny Welbeck are all part of the travelling squad and have already started settling in.
However, Jordan Henderson will not be involved as he continues to recover after suffering a broken arm during the World Cup, while Enzo Fernandez, Maxence Lacroix, and Morgan Rogers are still not match-ready.
Chelsea predicted lineup
Possible Chelsea starting XI: Sanchez; Palestra, Acheampong, Colwill, Hato; Lavia, Caicedo; Estevão, Palmer, Neto; Pedro
When will the match kick off?
The match will kick off at 12:30pm BST on Wednesday, 5th August.
How to watch Chelsea vs Juventus?
Supporters can watch the match live through Chelsea’s official streaming service, CFC+.