Chelsea vs Servette: Match Prediction, Kick-off Time, and Team News
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Chelsea vs. Servette: First Leg of the Conference League Play-Offs
Chelsea will face Servette today in their first match of the Conference League season. The winner of this game will move on to the group stage of the competition, a goal that coach Enzo Maresca should be eager to achieve.
Servette reached this stage after narrowly losing to Braga in the Europa League qualifiers. Last season, they finished third in Switzerland’s top league and also won the Swiss Cup.
After a year away from European football, Chelsea is back and has a strong history in UEFA’s smaller competitions, having won the Europa League in both of their last appearances.
However, things are different at Stamford Bridge now, and Maresca is dealing with off-field challenges as he looks for his first win as manager.
Match Details
- Date: Thursday, August 22, 2024
- Kick-off Time: 8:00 PM BST
- Venue: Stamford Bridge, London
Where to Watch
- TV Channel: The game will not be shown on any TV channel in the UK, as the broadcast rights for the Conference League play-off round have not been purchased.
- Live Stream: Fans can watch the game live online on Chelsea TV for £5.
Team News
For Chelsea, Filip Jorgensen, Pedro Neto, and Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall could be in line for their first starts, while younger players like Tyrique George are hoping to get some playing time.
Notable absentees include Raheem Sterling, Ben Chilwell, Wesley Fofana, and Tosin Adarabioyo.
Servette has a squad with few familiar names for Chelsea fans. Swiss international Dereck Kutesa will be a player to watch on the wing, and Julian von Moos recently scored a hat-trick in a cup match against Signal. Former French youth international Enzo Crivelli is expected to lead their attack.
Prediction
Chelsea should have a comfortable match at home, even if they make several changes to their lineup.
Final Score Prediction: Chelsea 3, Servette 0.
Head-to-Head History
This will be the first time Chelsea and Servette meet in a competitive match.
