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Pedro Out! Chelsea's Youngster Quenda Debuts vs Spurs
24 Oct
Summary
- Joao Pedro is notably absent from Chelsea's squad due to an unexplained reason.
- Teenager Geovany Quenda makes his full Premier League debut for Chelsea.
- Tottenham Hotspur makes two changes, including Mateus Fernandes starting.
The London derby between Chelsea and Tottenham Hotspur sees significant lineup alterations for both sides. Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso has made two changes from their previous victory. Most surprisingly, Joao Pedro is not in the squad, with his absence unexplained. Instead, 19-year-old Geovany Quenda is set to make his full Premier League debut, forming part of the front three alongside Cole Palmer and Morgan Rogers.
Mike Penders will start in goal for Chelsea, replacing the injured Emiliano Martinez. For Tottenham, manager Roberto De Zerbi has also introduced two changes following their recent win. Defender Tosin Adarabioyo is out with a calf injury, prompting a switch to a back four. Mateus Fernandes has been included in the starting midfield alongside Sandro Tonali, with James Maddison operating in the number 10 role. Mathys Tel also starts, allowing Omar Marmoush to play as the central striker. Pedro Porro is among the substitutes for Spurs.
The match holds significant implications for both teams in the Premier League table. Chelsea can draw level on points with Brighton & Hove Albion with a win, while Tottenham could climb from 19th to 11th place with their first away league victory of the season.
