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UEFA Conference League - Chelsea VS Djurgardens Prediction

UEFA Conference League - Chelsea VS Djurgardens Prediction
UEFA Conference League - Chelsea VS Djurgardens
Match Time:09-05-2025 03:00 Friday (GMT+8)
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Chelsea Review
Chelsea enter the second leg with a commanding 4-1 lead from the first leg in Stockholm. Goals from Jadon Sancho, Noni Madueke, and a brace by Nicolas Jackson secured the advantage.

Under manager Enzo Maresca, the Blues have been dominant in the Conference League, winning nine of ten matches and scoring 33 goals. Maresca views the competition as a stepping stone to reestablishing Chelsea's presence in European football.

With a crucial Premier League match against Newcastle on the horizon, Maresca is expected to rotate the squad, potentially giving opportunities to young talents like Tyrique George and Shumaira Mheuka.

Djurgårdens IF Review
Djurgårdens IF, making their first appearance in a European semi-final, face an uphill battle after the heavy home defeat. The Swedish side has struggled domestically, sitting 11th in the Allsvenskan, and have won only three of their last ten matches.

Injuries have further hampered their campaign, with key players like Albin Ekdal unavailable. Despite the challenges, Djurgården will aim for a resilient performance at

Head-to-Head
The first leg marked the inaugural competitive meeting between Chelsea and Djurgårdens IF, with Chelsea securing a 4-1 victory in Stockholm.

Nowgoal Prediction: Chelsea 3-0 Djurgårdens IF (Aggregate: 7-1)
Given Chelsea's substantial lead and superior squad depth, they are poised to advance to the final. While Djurgården may seek to restore pride, the quality gap suggests another win for the Blues. Expect Chelsea to manage the game effectively, possibly utilizing squad rotation, while maintaining their dominance in the tie.