Chelsea face a tough away trip to Rome in the return leg of their group stage clash with Roma.
A win at the Stadio Olimpico for the Blues will guarantee them a spot in the last 16 with two games remaining in group C.
Antonio Conte recognises the importance of taking all three points from this game: âOur group is a tough group with AtlĂ©tico Madrid and Roma, to stay at the top of this group is really important.â
NâGolo KantĂ© could return from a hamstring injury he suffered in his side’s 1-0 defeat to Manchester City on the 30th September. Conte has said that he has trained with the team and that he will listen to KantĂ© and then âmake the best decision for the player and the teamâ
The last game between the two sides was a thrilling encounter. It saw Chelsea throw away a two goal lead only to be rescued by Eden Hazard in the 75th minute to salvage a point. Edin DĆŸeko has been on top form recently and will be looking to add to his tally of three champions league goals.
Ălvaro Morata was caught up in a media storm yesterday after reports surfaced that he wasnât happy in London. He claims the interview was misinterpreted. âIn the interview I wanted to say in the future, when I finish my career, I probably wonât live in London, but right now Iâm very happy there with my wife.â
The 25 year old reassured Chelsea fans that he is here to stay in the capital: “If Chelsea had proposed a 10 year contract I would have signed it. Iâm very happy at this club, in the city and with everything in London. I really like London.â
The Italian manager also dismissed claims about Morata not being happy in London by saying: âĂlvaro is a good person and he is enjoying his time in London and playing for Chelsea, a great team.â
Roma are heading into this fixture on a four game unbeaten run, three of which were 1-0 victories.
Words: Kieran Soutter |Â Subbing:Â Reuben Pinder