FC Kobenhavn vs Chelsea Prediction, Preview, Lineups and Team News | Conference League

• Competition: UEFA Conference League
• Date: 6 March 2025
• Kick-off Time: 5:45 pm GMT
• Venue: Parken, Kobenhavn, Denmark

FC Kobenhavn and Chelsea will contest the first leg of the 2024/25 UEFA Europa Conference League round-of-16 stage. Chelsea, having gained automatic qualification, will gain the advantage of playing the second leg at home next week. The Danish outfit finished in 18th place in the league phase, while Chelsea finished at the top with 18 points from six matches. The FC Kobenhavn vs Chelsea fixture is expected to be dominated by the visitors as they aim to move forward towards their ambition of lifting a European title.

Inconsistencies and mixed results have marked the recent matches of FC Kobenhavn. In the last six matches, the club has managed three victories, along with two defeats and a draw. Despite this unfavourable run of form, Kobenhavn is still at the top of the Danish league and is poised to play European football next season as well. The team has scored 1.8 goals and conceded 1.0 goals per match in the Danish first division so far.

Chelsea will not be satisfied with how the latest games have played out. The Blues have collected just a couple of wins and suffered four defeats in the last six outings. After a much-documented and successful start to the season, Chelsea has been brought back to reality and is now encountering a fate that is much more realistic, considering the club's overall status. Enzo Maresca will be aware that the Conference League is the only hope left for a piece of silverware. Chelsea averages 58.4% possession per match in the Premier League, which is the second highest. Cole Palmer leads the way in both goals (14) and assists (six).

FC Kobenhavn Team News

Several players will not be available for the hosts on Thursday evening. Andreas Cornelius, Jordan Larsson, Lukas Lerager, Oliver Hojer, and Roony Bardghji are all on the injured list. Little is known about their return dates, but their presence against Chelsea is unlikely.

Chelsea Team News

Enzo Maresca will also have a massive headache due to the number of absentees in his squad currently. Chelsea will travel to Denmark without Benoit Badiashile, David Fofana, Gabriel Slonina, Marc Guiu, Nicolas Jackson, Noni Madueke, Romeo Lavia, and Trevor Chalobah.

FC Kobenhavn vs Chelsea Predicted Lineups

FC Kobenhavn Predicted Lineup (4-2-3-1)

Goalkeeper: Ramaj

Defenders: Huescas, Pereira, Hatzidiakos, Lopez

Midfielders: Froholdt, Delaney, Mattsson

Forwards: Claesson, Robert, Elyounoussi

Chelsea Predicted Lineup (4-2-3-1)

Goalkeeper: Jorgensen

Defenders: Gusto, Adarabioyo, Colwill, Cucurella

Midfielders: Caicedo, Fernandez, Nkunku

Forwards: Sancho, Neto, George

FC Kobenhavn vs Chelsea H2H Record

The two sides have clashed twice in the past, during the 2010/11 Champions League season. Chelsea won the first leg by a 2-0 margin, and the second game ended in a stalemate.

Key Players to Watch in FC Kobenhavn vs Chelsea

Christopher Nkunku (Chelsea)

Christopher Nkunku has failed to establish himself as the number one choice in attack for Enzo Maresca. However, Nkunku's profile is a unique one at Chelsea, and the Conference League is just the right occasion for him to win the trust of his manager. The Frenchman has started several games in the competition so far and has registered seven goals already. Christopher Nkunku is renowned for his link-up plays, close dribbling, and clinical finishing ability. He has 0.4 xG in his last five matches.

Enzo Fernandez (Chelsea)

Enzo Fernandez has been one of the most potent and ambitious signings by the Chelsea Football Club in recent years. The Argentinian midfielder has secured a place as one of the regular starters. Fernandez is helped by his ability to play between the lines and also move into the little pockets in attack. At the age of 23, Enzo Fernandez has already appeared in 93 games for Chelsea. The success of the club this season will be dependent on his performances. He has registered 1.2 xAG in his last five outings.

FC Kobenhavn vs Chelsea Prediction

Chelsea will have far too much in tank for the Danish outfit on Thursday. Enzo Maresca has a 100% record in the competition, and all signs point towards that streak continuing against Kobenhavn.

Predicted Score: FC Kobenhavn 0-3 Chelsea

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