Chelsea are gearing up to face Aston Villa tonight with kick off fast approaching.
Frank Lampard’s team are hosting a team at Stamford Bridge that has another club legend John Terry within their coaching staff, so it will be an emotional affair for all parties.
Gary Cahill is also at The Bridge, with the former Chelsea man on pundit duties for Amazon.
Two Chelsea legends back at Stamford Bridge! 🙌
Good to see you, boys! #CHEAVL pic.twitter.com/3fkl7CVbtM
— Chelsea FC (@ChelseaFC) December 4, 2019
All emotions and nostalgia will need to be brushed aside as soon as that whistle blows though, as Lampard’s side are in need of three points and putting their season back on track after a shaky last few matches.
The line up selection signals intent from Lampard as the team news comes through.
Here is the confirmed Chelsea starting Xl to face Villa –
Kepa, James, Christensen, Zouma, Azpilicueta. Kante, Kovacic, Mount. Pulisic, Willian, Abraham.
Here's the team for #CHEAVL! 💪 pic.twitter.com/KqRblsxwXb
— Chelsea FC (@ChelseaFC) December 4, 2019
Let’s hope that for once, John Terry is on the losing side tonight and his best mate gets one over on him!