“They have everything to gain and nothing to lose”

After a first leg victory (2-0), the Blues travel to Les Dogues on Wednesday in the round of 16 second leg of the Champions League.


Tuchel Thomas


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Tuchel Thomas

Despite the favorable situation, Chelsea coach Thomas Tuchel wants to be vigilant before facing Lille.

“Honestly, they had a good game at Stamford Bridge. They were very strong, very physical, they pressed very high, it was impressive. They played with a lot of courage, with a state of mind where they didn’t We had nothing to lose and we expect the same,” said the Blues coach at a press conference. “I know the stadium well, the fans, the atmosphere is very passionate. They have everything to gain and nothing to lose. They like this situation and will give everything to give us problems and rush us. I expect a 4-4-2 very aggressive, very fluid and very direct. We are at half-time, no match is decided at 2-0”, concluded the German technician.

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