FC Copenhagen vs Chelsea: Line-ups revealed as Palmer starts

The Blues should have no problems getting past their Danish opponents in the last-16.

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Chelsea face arguably their toughest test yet in the Europa Conference League against FC Copenhagen.

The Blues have added a bit more firepower to their squad by recalling Cole Palmer, but the tools they have available should be more than enough to see them over the line.

Copenhagen have a great home record, but they are facing a different beast on this occasion.

If they can come away without losing, everyone in the city will be delighted.

Read on to see how both teams line-up.

FC Copenhagen line-up

Copenhagen are going all out to match their opponents.

Diant Ramaj is in goal, behind Kevin Diks, Gabriel Pereira, Pantelis Hatzidiakos and Birger Meling.

William Clem and Victor Froholdt occupy the middle of the park.

On either flank is Giorgi Gocholeishvili and Elias Achouri.

And two strikers lead the line in the form of  captain Viktor Claesson and Amin Chiakha.

Chelsea line-up

Enzo Maresca have gone with a mix of strength and young talent.

Robert Sanchez is in goal, with Malo Gusto, Tosin Adarabioyo, Benoit Badiashile and Reece James at the back.

Moises Caicedo is joined by Trevoh Chalobah in midfield, with Cole Palmer and Tyrique George on the wings.

Kieran Dewsbury-Hall is the No.10.

And 17-year-old Shumaira Mheuka starts up front.

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Mitch Fretton

Mitch is a freelance sports journalist with experience working for LiveScore, GOAL and Colchester United. He has experience working from both his desk at home and in the press box at games covering the Champions League and international football.

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