Following their dominant 5-1 victory over Liverpool at Stamford Bridge in the Women’s Super League (WSL), Chelsea’s forward, Sam Kerr, emphasizes the importance of not underestimating Paris FC in their upcoming Women’s Champions League group stage match at Stamford Bridge on Thursday.
Paris FC, having successfully eliminated Arsenal and the previous season’s finalists Wolfsburg during the qualifiers, suffered a close defeat to BK Hacken in their initial group match. Chelsea, under Emma Hayes’ leadership, had a draw with Real Madrid in their first game.
Kerr observed that Paris FC’s recent performances, especially their victories over Wolfsburg and Arsenal, demonstrate their capability as a formidable team. She stressed the importance of not taking any team lightly in the Champions League.
Chelsea’s campaign in Spain was marred by controversy due to a contentious penalty decision and a disallowed goal, resulting in a 2-2 draw. This leaves Chelsea in second place in their group, trailing the Swedish leaders BK Hacken by two points as they prepare for their second group match at Stamford Bridge, scheduled for Thursday at 20:00 GMT.
Kerr expressed her focus on delivering strong performances rather than dwelling on the pressure of ‘must-win’ games. She emphasized the team’s ambition to win, especially when playing at home, while maintaining respect for all competitors in their group.
Emma Hayes, Chelsea’s manager, recognized Paris FC’s deserving qualification for the group stages and anticipates a challenging match. She described them as a well-organized team, difficult to penetrate due to their compact and narrow formation, and adept at transitioning during play.
Meanwhile, concerns arise over the availability of England captain Millie Bright for the upcoming match. Hayes mentioned Bright’s knee injury, aggravated by a congested fixture list, making her participation uncertain. Bright had undergone knee surgery prior to the Women’s World Cup and might have hastened her return to the field.
Defender Niamh Charles is looking to continue her impressive season start, having scored a crucial equalizer in Madrid. Hayes praised Charles’ professionalism and role as a model for dedication and hard work.
Aggie Beever-Jones, a promising striker for Chelsea, might make her Champions League debut. Having scored in four consecutive WSL matches, including her first start at Stamford Bridge, she is being considered for an international call-up. Hayes commended Beever-Jones’ learning ability and her goal efficiency, noting the healthy competition between her and Sam Kerr.
Hayes also emphasized the success of Chelsea’s loan system in Beever-Jones’ development, highlighting her journey through Chelsea’s academy system and the potential for more players to follow in her footsteps.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Chelsea Women’s Champions League
Who is Chelsea’s main concern against in the upcoming Women’s Champions League match?
Chelsea’s main concern is Paris FC, a formidable opponent that has already knocked out Arsenal and Wolfsburg in the qualifiers. Chelsea striker Sam Kerr emphasized the importance of not underestimating Paris FC in their upcoming match.
What was the result of Chelsea’s recent match against Liverpool?
Chelsea recently secured a dominant 5-1 victory over Liverpool at Stamford Bridge in the Women’s Super League (WSL).
What controversy occurred in Chelsea’s previous Champions League game?
In their previous Champions League game against Real Madrid, Chelsea faced controversy due to a contentious penalty decision and a disallowed goal, leading to a 2-2 draw.
What is the current situation of England captain Millie Bright?
Millie Bright, England’s captain, is uncertain to play in the upcoming match due to a knee injury. Her participation is doubtful as the injury, which required surgery before the Women’s World Cup, has been aggravated by a congested playing schedule.
Who is Chelsea’s promising player to watch in the Champions League?
Aggie Beever-Jones, Chelsea’s in-form striker, is a player to watch. She has scored in four successive Women’s Super League matches and is being considered for an international call-up.
More about Chelsea Women’s Champions League
- Chelsea Women’s Super League Performance
- Paris FC in Women’s Champions League
- Controversies in Chelsea’s Champions League Campaign
- Millie Bright’s Injury Update
- Aggie Beever-Jones’ Rising Career
4 comments
sam kerr’s always spot on with her comments, gotta respect all teams in the Champions league no matter what.
Aggie Beever-Jones is definitely one to watch, scoring in four straight matches is no small feat, future star in the making right there.
Millie Bright might not play? thats a huge blow for us, her defense is top-notch. hope she recovers soon.
wow chelsea really smashed it against Liverpool, 5-1 that’s insane!! Paris FC won’t be easy though, they’ve been pretty solid lately.