Crystal Palace's Hodgson Confident Despite Chelsea Challenge

tháng 12 26, 2023

Crystal Palace's upcoming visit to Stamford Bridge has manager Roy Hodgson acknowledging the challenges his team faces against the underperforming Chelsea side. In a candid statement, Hodgson expressed that the Blues are unlikely to be "frightened" by the Eagles, despite their recent draws with Manchester City and Brighton. Having not secured a victory in seven matches, Crystal Palace aims to overturn a 12-game losing streak to Chelsea, a feat that would place them just one point behind the 10th-placed Blues.

Evaluating Chelsea's Squad Strength

Reflecting on Chelsea's formidable squad, Hodgson emphasized the tough nature of the impending clash. He stated, "When you look at their squad, most teams will look at it and think this is going to be a very tough game." Despite this, Hodgson believes in his team's capability to give Chelsea a formidable challenge, akin to the performances against the last three European teams they faced.

Optimism Amidst Recent Form

Despite Crystal Palace's recent struggles, Hodgson remains optimistic, especially after Michael Olise's stellar performance in the 1-1 draw with Brighton. Expressing confidence in his players, Hodgson highlighted the impact of talents like Olise and Eberechi Eze, stating, "We’ve been blessed with Wilfried [Zaha] over the years, but now we have Olise and also Eberechi Eze — two players who can do that job and get the crowd buzzing."

Squad Depth and Threats

Hodgson pointed out the depth in his squad, acknowledging players like Marc Guehi, Joachim Andersen, Eze, Olise, Odsonne Edouard, and Jean-Philippe Mateta. Despite the absence of key players due to injury, Hodgson expressed confidence in the current lineup and their ability to pose a threat to opponents.

Injury Concerns for Edouard and Johnstone

Addressing concerns about the return of injured players, Hodgson remained cautious. Regarding Edouard and Johnstone, he stated, "I don’t know... they would have to surprise me, but it doesn’t look like that’s the situation at the moment." However, Hodgson expressed satisfaction with the current performers, stating that their presence has been well-deserved.

Future Prospects and Training Updates

Looking ahead, Hodgson expressed his desire to have injured players back in the squad. He mentioned, "I’ll be delighted to get them back and the sooner the better." However, he ruled out the possibility of their return for the Chelsea match. Hodgson also provided insights into the recovery progress of certain players, indicating that additional training days for Eberechi Eze would bring him closer to his true form, potentially impacting their performance against Brentford.

In conclusion, Hodgson's assessment offers a glimpse into Crystal Palace's mindset as they prepare for the challenging encounter with Chelsea. Despite the odds, the manager remains optimistic about his team's potential and looks forward to the return of key players in the near future.

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