James Out of Chelsea’s Starting Lineup for Club World Cup Quarterfinal vs Palmeiras Due to Injury
- Chelsea coach Enzo Maresca announced Romeo Lavia’s fitness doubts and Caicedo’s suspension ahead of Friday’s Palmeiras clash, causing tactical concerns.
- Prompted by Lavia’s muscle injury after Benfica and Caicedo’s suspension, Maresca faces late squad decisions with Joao Pedro recently joining from Brighton on holiday.
- Maresca said: 'Lavia had a small problem at the end of the last game against Benfica; we see if he's fit tomorrow,' as reported by football.london.
- Chelsea's midfield reshuffle follows Caicedo's suspension and James's injury, with Santos replacing James in the starting lineup for the Palmeiras match.
- Chelsea risks elimination against Palmeiras in Philadelphia, with Fluminense or Al-Hilal possible semi-final opponents and a lucrative Club World Cup victory at stake.
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James out of Chelsea's starting lineup for Club World Cup quarterfinal vs Palmeiras due to injury
Chelsea captain Reece James was removed from the starting lineup for Friday night’s Club World Cup quarterfinal match against Palmeiras due to injury.
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