Chelsea Midfielder Moisés Caicedo Hurts Ankle Late in Win over Fluminense
BERGEN COUNTY, NEW JERSEY, JUL 8 – Caicedo injured his calf after a late challenge, forcing Chelsea to finish with 10 men in their 2-0 semifinal win, raising doubts about his availability for the final.
- Chelsea midfielder Moisés Caicedo twisted his ankle during injury time in the 2-0 Club World Cup semifinal win over Fluminense on July 8, 2025, at MetLife Stadium, New Jersey.
- Caicedo's injury occurred after a clash with Jhon Arias, forcing Chelsea to finish with ten players as all substitutes were used and the injury risked worsening.
- Despite his pain, Caicedo received treatment on the pitch and returned briefly before hobbling off, with manager Enzo Maresca urging caution and instructing to play with ten men.
- Joao Pedro scored both goals to send Chelsea into the final against Real Madrid or Paris Saint-Germain on Sunday, July 13, as Caicedo expressed optimism saying, 'See you on Sunday, Blues.'
- Chelsea faces uncertainty over Caicedo's fitness for the final, with hopes he recovers in time, highlighting his importance as the club's Player of the Year for 2024-25.
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