UCL Chelsea vs Real Madrid: Cesar Azpillecueta is picked up ahead of Reece James

UCL Chelsea vs Real Madrid: Cesar Azpillecueta is picked up ahead of Reece James

Chelsea will be facing Spanish club Real Madrid CF in the UEFA Champions League semi finals on Tuesday night. The London Blue’s defeated FC Porto in the quarterfinals stage 2-1 in aggregate to progress through to the next stage. On the other hand Real Madrid CF defeated Liverpool FC in the quarterfinals.

Cesar Azpillecueta to start ahead of Reece James

Thomas Tuchel has decided to go ahead with the same team that he selected during the weekend Premier League match against West Ham United. Cesar Azpillecueta is selected ahead of Reece James at right wing back and many fans are concerned he won’t be able to keep up with the pace of Vinicius Junior.

However given Cesar Azpillecueta’s experience it will be crucial to the Chelsea team. Moreover Thomas Tuchel has entrusted the three central defender Andreas Christensen, Thiago Silva and Antonio Rudiger to continue their golden form.

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