Heidenheim will host Chelsea in the UEFA Conference League tonight in Heidenheim vs Chelsea. This is Heidenheim’s debut season in European competition, and they have performed admirably in the group stage, winning all three of their matches. However, their domestic form has been troubling, as they sit 15th in the Bundesliga without a win in their last six games across competitions.
Chelsea, under manager Enzo Maresca, have been dominant in the Conference League, scoring an impressive 16 goals in just three games. Despite their European success, the Blues recently faced challenges in the Premier League, drawing with Arsenal and losing to Manchester United and Newcastle.
Team News of Heidenheim vs Chelsea
Heidenheim: The German side may see the return of Lennard Maloney from injury, though key players like Marnon-Thomas Busch and Julian Niehues remain sidelined.
Chelsea: Some notable absences may include Cole Palmer, omitted from their UEFA squad. Malo Gusto and Levi Colwill are also doubtful due to injuries.
Head-to-Head of Heidenheim vs Chelsea
This is the first meeting between these two teams. While Chelsea have extensive experience against German teams, with 14 wins in 27 matches, Heidenheim are newcomers on the European stage.
Heidenheim possible starting lineup: Muller; Traore, Manika, Gimber, Fohrenbach; Dorsch, Maloney, Schoppner; Conteh, Honsak, Wanner.
Chelsea possible starting lineup: Jorgensen; Disasi, Badiashile, Adarabioyo, Veiga; Caicedo, George, Nkunku, Felix, Mudryk; Guiu.
Prediction: 3-1 to the Blues
Chelsea enter as strong favorites given their firepower in the group stage and depth in the squad. However, Heidenheim could provide a spirited challenge at home.
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