Due to a minor issue, Pedro Neto will not participate in the match against Qarabag.
2025-11-05 03:36
Chelsea will travel to Qarabag for the fourth round of the 2025/26 UEFA Champions League. Maresca has stated that striker Pedro Neto will not play for the Blues in this match due to a minor issue.
Chelsea secured a 5-1 victory over Ajax in the third round of the Champions League, thanks to goals from Giu, Caicedo, Enzo, Estewan Willian, and Terrible George. Chelsea currently sit 13th in the Champions League standings with 6 points.
When asked about Pedro Neto's condition, Chelsea manager Maresca said, "It's not a big problem, just a minor issue. We want to protect him, so he won't be playing tomorrow."
"The match against Qarabag is very important because if we win, we will have a three-game winning streak in the Champions League, which is nine points. We will definitely have to rotate some players. The schedule is very demanding, and we will try to adapt and do our best."
Regarding other players, Maresca said, "We will continue to monitor Palmer, who has not yet participated in full team training. Badiashile is expected to return to the team after the international break."
“Liam Delap is back, and he is very important to us. Tomorrow’s game will be the team’s choice. I have no doubt that we will be satisfied with his performance at the end of the season, whether with or without the ball, or with his intensity when he fights for possession.”
