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Chelsea vs Djurgarden predicted XI as James decision made

Chelsea take on Djurgarden in the Conference League semi-final second leg at Stamford Bridge on Thursday with a 4-1 advantage. Enzo Maresca's side have been expected to go all the way in the competition since the start of the season.

They will almost certainly be facing Real Betis or Fiorentina in the final later this month. For Maresca, it is a stepping stone towards building something much bigger at the club.

He will need to ensure that his players are in good enough shape to seriously challenge Newcastle United in the Premier League on Sunday afternoon as well, though. Chelsea travel to St James' Park with a tiny margin for error in the race to secure a top five finish.

With that in mind, football.london predicts the team that Maresca will select ahead of welcoming Swedish opposition in midweek.

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