Tosin Adarabioyo tells Chelsea fans what they’re going to see in Man City game next month
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Opening Match Against Manchester City
Chelsea faces a challenging start to the 2024/25 Premier League season, kicking off with a match against reigning champions Manchester City.
Last season, Chelsea managed to hold City to two draws: an exciting 4-4 match at Stamford Bridge and a 1-1 tie at the Etihad. Additionally, the teams clashed in the FA Cup semi-finals, where City narrowly won 1-0.
Adarabioyo’s Anticipated Feature
Tosin Adarabioyo, formerly a Manchester City player, might feature in this high-stakes game when Pep Guardiola’s team visits Stamford Bridge on August 18. Adarabioyo has been forming a good rapport with Chelsea’s new manager, Enzo Maresca. He has shared his thoughts on what Chelsea fans can expect when they host the Premier League champions.
Maresca’s Short Tenure and Style Implementation
Maresca, appointed as Chelsea manager in June, has had limited time to train with the squad and instill his tactics. Nevertheless, Adarabioyo believes that Chelsea fans will see glimpses of Maresca’s style in their first game.
Speaking to football.london, Adarabioyo said, “From day one, he’s been implementing his style of play and we’re all buying into it. It’s a lot of football. We’re enjoying it. Wait and see [what we can expect from a Maresca Chelsea]. I’ll say wait and see. We’ll show a glimpse of that in pre-season, but come the first game of the season, you’ll definitely see the style.”
Potential Formations for the City Clash
During his tenure at Leicester City, Maresca frequently used a 4-3-3 formation, which he may also adopt at Chelsea. This formation would allow him to utilize a strong midfield lineup, including Moises Caicedo, Enzo Fernandez, and Romeo Lavia.
Despite missing most of the 2023/24 season, Lavia impressed Chelsea supporters in a recent pre-season friendly against Wrexham, showcasing his fully recovered form.
Maresca also has excellent options for the attacking midfield position, with Cole Palmer and Christopher Nkunku in the mix. This depth could lead to a possible 4-2-3-1 formation, providing tactical flexibility.
Conclusion
As Chelsea gears up for the new season under Maresca’s leadership, fans can look forward to an exciting and competitive start, especially with the promise of seeing a new playing style against formidable opponents like Manchester City.
