Chelsea predicted XI vs Real Madrid: Thiago Silva starts, Havertz dropped

Striker: Raheem Sterling

The England International hasn’t been at his very best, just like every other Chelsea attacker. However the seasoned winger is too good to be dropped and his experience could be decisive in such a huge game. Also, if his fellow Englishman, Mason Mount is fit and starts the game, CFC could play with a greater flexibility switching to a 3-4-3 in possession which suits Raheem Sterling.

Striker: Joao Felix

Every manager’s loyalty towards Kai Havertz is commendable, however the patience with player’s poor form cannot be inexhaustible. And now is the time to drop him from the side for his second rate performances. The fans have had enough as the player has always struggled on the ball and now is not contributing off the ball either.

Joao Felix has not been very consistent either. But the Portuguese International has worked hard without reward and could turn up, making it count against his former rival club, Real Madrid. Felix is very familiar with the Los Blancos and will be one of the key players for the men in Blue.

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