Chelsea europa news
Here are the latest news and updates about Chelsea FC's European campaign:
UEFA Europa League
- Chelsea has been drawn against Lille in the Europa League quarterfinals. The first leg will be played on April 9, and the second leg will be played on April 16.
- The Blues have been impressive in the Europa League this season, winning all six of their group stage matches and scoring 17 goals in the process.
- Chelsea's top scorer in the Europa League this season is Olivier Giroud, who has scored five goals in the competition.
Recent Results
- Chelsea defeated Bournemouth 2-1 in the Premier League on April 3, with goals from Willian and Tammy Abraham.
- The Blues then drew 1-1 with Brighton & Hove Albion in the Premier League on April 6, with Willian scoring the equalizing goal.
- Chelsea's last Europa League match was a 2-1 win over Dynamo Kyiv on March 19, with goals from Willian and Olivier Giroud.
Injury News
- Chelsea midfielder N'Golo Kante is expected to miss the Europa League quarterfinals due to a hamstring injury.
- Defender Antonio Rudiger is also a doubt for the quarterfinals due to a knee injury.
- Striker Pedro is expected to return to training soon after recovering from a hamstring injury.
Manager's Comments
- Chelsea manager Frank Lampard has praised his team's performance in the Europa League, saying: "We've been very consistent in the Europa League and we're in a good position to go far in the competition."
- Lampard has also emphasized the importance of the Europa League, saying: "The Europa League is a big competition and we want to win it. We'll give it our best shot and see where it takes us."
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