Moisés Caicedo’s Yellow Card Risk Won’t Affect Chelsea’s Team Selection, Says Maresca

Enzo Maresca insists he will not rest Moisés Caicedo against Leicester City despite the midfielder being one booking away from suspension, as Chelsea focus on winning every game.

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The Athletic
Written by
Craig 'Tosh' McKinnon
7 Mar
17:06
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Chelsea head coach Enzo Maresca has confirmed that he will not rest Moisés Caicedo against Leicester City on Sunday, even though the midfielder is at risk of a two-match suspension if he picks up another yellow card before Chelsea’s 32nd league game.

With crucial matches against Arsenal and Tottenham ahead, some have suggested giving Caicedo a precautionary rest, but Maresca dismissed the idea, stating that Chelsea must focus on winning each game as it comes. He also ruled out asking Caicedo to change his combative playing style, acknowledging that yellow cards are part of a defensive midfielder’s role. Meanwhile, Romeo Lavia is close to returning from injury and could be included in the squad against Leicester, providing Chelsea with additional midfield depth.

Key Points

  • Moisés Caicedo has nine yellow cards and will receive a two-game suspension if he gets a 10th before Chelsea’s 32nd league fixture.
  • Enzo Maresca insists Caicedo will play against Leicester as Chelsea prioritise winning every match.
  • Maresca will not ask Caicedo to change his physical playing style, as yellow cards are natural for midfielders.
  • Caicedo received 11 yellow cards in the Premier League last season and 10 the year before.
  • Romeo Lavia has returned to training and could be on the bench against Leicester, offering Chelsea another midfield option.

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Co-founder of The1905Club. A life long Chelsea fan and season ticket holder for over twenty years. Now residing in Poland, this doesn't stop Tosh from watching every minute of every game.
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