The return of Europa Conference League last 16 matchday isn’t just about Copenhagen for Chelsea; it is also about the first leg against them, taking place on Thursday. The Blues won all six matches in the league phase in a breeze. Copenhagen had to grind out past Heidenheim in the playoffs, meanwhile.
However, Chelsea are expected to be overwhelming favorites to win the trophy and in a bid to keep his players focused, Enzo Maresca will be eager. There’s history in football of going into the ‘easy wins’ and coming away with embarrassing defeats. Just ask Barcelona. Or PSG. Or any club that underestimated its opponent, literally.
Blues Europa Conference League Return – What to Expect
As they had fallen to Wigan in the FA Cup this weekend, Chelsea are in a good position and arrives well rested in Copenhagen. However, their opponents had played a draining league football match against AaB Aalborg, which ended goalless.
Chelsea has had an up-and-down form, beating Southampton and West Ham but not Brighton or Aston Villa. But their European performances have been heart rending, as the 26 goals in six group stage games indicate.
Due to injuries in attack and against Chelsea’s defense, the Danish side may have a hard time challenging Chelsea.
Chelsea vs Copenhagen – Score Prediction
However, with their injury crisis, Copenhagen will find it difficult to break Chelsea’s defense, let alone win. Chelsea will attack with the likes of Cole Palmer and Christopher Nkunku, and their attack should have no problems beating the Danish side.
Prediction: Copenhagen 0-3 Chelsea
Blues fans should start lighting candles and praying that they are not cursed if Copenhagen pulls off a surprise at Camp Nou.
Chelsea have depth in the squad, are in great form, and have a rested team. In contrast, Copenhagen is short on injuries and is inconsistent. If Maresca’s men play to their strengths, they should comfortably win this one. But hey, this is football. Stranger things have happened!
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