Chelsea Face Servette in Historic Conference League Debut
Chelsea FC are set to make history on Thursday evening as they host Servette FC in the first ever UEFA Conference League match at Stamford Bridge. This clash marks a new chapter for the Blues as they aim to secure a maiden Conference League victory.
Manager Enzo Maresca has opted for a heavily rotated lineup from the weekend, with only Moisés Caicedo and Christopher Nkunku retaining their starting spots. The starting XI sees a blend of experience and youth, showcasing the depth of the squad.
Chelsea's Starting Lineup (4-2-3-1):
Goalkeeper: Jörgensen
Defence: Veiga, Badiashile, Tosin, Disasi
Midfield: Caicedo (c), Dewsbury-Hall
Attack: Neto, Nkunku, Mudryk
Striker: Guiu
Substitutes: Sánchez, Bettinelli, Cucurella, Colwill, Enzo, Madueke, Jackson, Palmer, Gusto, Lavia
Servette's Starting XI:
Goalkeeper: Frick (c)
Defence: Tsunemoto, Rouiller, Ondoua, Cognat
Midfield: Stevanovic, Kutesa, Mazikou, Severin
Attack: Crivelli, Douline
Substitutes: Mall, Besson, Baron, Antunes, Vonmoos, Magnin, Guillemenot, Sawadogo, Weber, Ouattara, Srdanovic, Frankhauser
Match Details:
Date/Time: Thursday, 22nd April, 20:00 BST (3pm EDT, 12:30am IST - next day)
Venue: Stamford Bridge, SW6
Referee: Jérémie Pignard (on pitch); Benoît Millot (VAR)
Where to Watch:
TV: RTS 2 (Switzerland)
Streaming: Chelsea TV website/The 5th Stand app (£4.99/$6.49)
Fans outside of Switzerland can catch the action via various online streaming services, such as LiveSoccerTV.
As Chelsea embark on this new journey in the Conference League, all eyes will be on Stamford Bridge to witness the historic occasion. Can the Blues secure a winning start to their campaign and etch their names in the annals of the competition? Only time will tell.
