Chelsea vs Tottenham: Top 5 things Maurizio Sarri said in the pre-match press conference

Modified Feb 27, 2019 12:46 GMT

Chelsea head coach Maurizio SarriÂ — Chelsea head coach Maurizio Sarri

#5 On Kepa being mentally fit to start the game for Chelsea

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When asked about whether Kepa is mentally ready to start for Chelsea at Stamford Bridge tonight, Sarri replied that, if he were to choose the Spaniard to guard the goal tonight, the keeper has no choice, but be ready for it.

Sarri also stated that if he were to drop Kepa for the match tonight, it would not be a punishment of any sort for the goal keeper, but it would just be what is 'best for the group'.

Whatever decision Sarri takes regarding Kepa's involvement in the match tonight, it is sure that the keeper from Athletic Bilbao will be booed by his own fans at Stamford Bridge, for his misconduct on Sunday.

Chelsea take on Tottenham Hotspur at 1:30 am IST (Thursday) in the Premier League. Chelsea have played a match less than the other top 6 clubs, and are 2 and 3 points behind Manchester United and Arsenal respectively.

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