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The Blues will hope to maintain their perfect start to the Conference League when they travel to Germany to take on Heidenheim on Thursday. Here are predictions, team news, betting tips, and possible line-ups for the game.
The Blues have dominated the Conference League, scoring a remarkable 16 goals in just three matches while conceding only three times.
After a dominant 8-0 victory over FC Noah, Enzo Maresca's side are poised to secure their qualification for the next round if they secure a win here, and they come into this clash with some momentum after the win over Leicester last Saturday.
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Heidenheim, despite their strong start in the Conference League with a 100% record like Chelsea, have struggled domestically and currently sit 15th in the Bundesliga.
It will be a daunting task on Thursday for the hosts, who are winless in their last seven domestic fixtures across the league and DFB Pokal.
Heidenheim vs. Chelsea Head to Head
This will be the first ever meeting between both sides.
Heidenheim vs. Chelsea Team News and Possible Lineups
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Marvin Pieringer's Achilles injury sustained against Bayer Leverkusen is a significant blow for Heidenheim, as the top scorer will be unavailable for the match against Chelsea.
Enzo Maresca has confirmed that he will continue to rotate his squad between Premier League and cup competitions.
Christopher Nkunku, João Félix, and Mykhailo Mudryk are expected to start, while a decision is yet to be made on the midfield.
Enzo Fernández's impressive performance against Leicester City might secure his place in the Premier League team, potentially leading to Cesare Casadei starting in Germany.
Reece James is doubtful due to a hamstring injury, but Malo Gusto and Pedro Neto could be included in the squad.
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Heidenheim Predicted lineup (4-3-3)
Muller (GK); Traore, Manika, Gimber, Fohrenbach; Dorsch, Maloney, Schoppner; Conteh, Honsak, Wanner
Chelsea Predicted lineup (4-1-4-1)
Jorgensen (GK); Disasi, Badiashile, Adarabioyo, Veiga; Caicedo; George, Nkunku, Felix, Mudryk; Guiu
Heidenheim vs. Chelsea Predictions & Betting Tips
Given Chelsea's dominant performances and the quality of their second-string squad, they are widely expected to breeze through the Conference League this season. Heidenheim have looked fragile in recent weeks and will find the Blues too difficult to handle.
Chelsea win
Chelsea over 1.5 goals
Over 2.5 goals
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