Injury scare: Moises Caicedo
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The midfielder, who returned to the starting XI after missing the quarter-final win over Palmeiras through suspension, appeared to have done same damage to his ankle after making a tackle.
Caicedo would receive treatment on the pitch and after attempting to play on, he eventually hobbled off, leaving Chelsea to finish the game with 10-men having used all of their substitutes.
Naturally attentions have already turned to Sunday’s final and Maresca has instructed his midfielder to make sure he is available for selection.
Speaking to DAZN after the semi-final win, the Italian tactican said: "I told him that he has to do everything to be on the pitch on Sunday so we will see."
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Maresca also reflected on what he feels has been a great season for Chelsea, with a top-four finish secured in addition to winning the Conference League and reaching the Club World Cup final.
"It is a great achievement. It has been a fantastic season; top four in the Premier League, Conference League and now in the final of this competition - we are so, so happy,” he added.