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Chelsea's reported recruitment plans could spell trouble for both Romeo Lavia and Dario Essugo, who have struggled with injuries this season.

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Chelsea plan to bolster their midfield in the summer of 2026 to ease the pressure on both Moises Caicedo and Enzo Fernandez, according to reports.

Enzo Maresca insisted it is completely understandable that some fringe players looked rusty during Chelsea's 3-1 win over Cardiff City in the Carabao Cup quarter-finals on Tuesday.

Enzo Maresca confirmed that young Chelsea winger Estevao was forced to miss Tuesday's Carabao Cup win over Cardiff City due to a "small" muscle problem.

Chelsea were the first team to book their spot in the hat for the final four.

The Blues’s fans had their say during Tuesday’s Carabao Cup quarterfinal.

Manuel Ugarte, Ibrahima Konaté, Antoine Semenyo and Marc Guéhi all feature in the gossip.

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Chelsea secured a 3-1 win over Cardiff CIty in the Carabao Cup quarter-finals on Tuesday with Alejandro Garnacho delivering an outstanding performance as a substitute.

Second-half changes from Enzo Maresca were the difference maker in a surprisingly close battle in Wales.

Chelsea have qualified for the semi-final stages of the Carabao Cup after beating League One side Cardiff City on Tuesday night.

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Enzo Maresca has named his Chelsea side to face Cardiff City in the Carabao Cup quarter-finals.

Paris Saint-Germain dominated the men’s selections while the women’s was comprised entirely of Spanish and English players.

Wholesale changes are on the cards for their Carabao Cup quarterfinal in Wales.

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The best men’s and women’s players, coaches and goalkeepers were crowned at a ceremony in Qatar.

Chelsea have lost two of the last four Carabao Cup finals.

Enzo Maresca has reiterated the impact of injury absences to Chelsea's season so far, especially Cole Palmer's, whom he described as the club's "best player".

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Chelsea face Cardiff City in the Carabao Cup quarter-finals on Tuesday night.

The officials have been confirmed for Chelsea's Carabao Cup tie against Cardiff City on Tuesday night.

Chelsea head coach Enzo Maresca confirmed Cole Palmer's absence and Moises Caicedo's likely return for the Carabao Cup quarter-final clash with Cardiff City on Tuesday.

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Mohamed Salah hasn’t started a Liverpool game in almost a month and is now away on international duty.

Man Utd are reportedly on the verge of a midfield exodus in 2026.

Arsenal’s fitness issues have been pronounced recently but Man Utd have been dealing with a £150 million injury problem over the past five years.

The club captain’s surprise admission has created plenty of uncertainty.

Crystal Palace manager Oliver Glasner has delivered a blunt verdict on this subject.

Arsenal are seeking to end a generation of pain and disappointment.

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The Uruguay international has not featured for the defending Spanish champions since Nov. 25.