Enzo Maresca said the players will only have another day off on Christmas before continuing their preparation for the Premier League match vs Aston Villa.

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Chelsea haven’t felt the loss of Hall so much as left-back Marc Cucurella has been one of their best and most consistent players of the Todd Boehly era, though there is no doubt a bit of frustration that an academy graduate is performing so well for a Premier League rival.

Chelsea have now learned their Carabao Cup semi final opponents after some late drama last night in what was an entertaining game.Chelsea fans would have been watching on as Arsenal played against

Chelsea are expected to be fined by the Football Association after a combative performance in the 2-2 draw with Newcastle United on Saturday.The Blues showed their tenacity at St. James' Park after securing a point against Newcastle despite being two goals down at half-time.