It was a record-breaking night for Manchester City on Wednesday as they brushed Copenhagen aside to progress into the Champions League quarter-finals.
16.02.2024 - 19:17 / manchestereveningnews.co.uk
Chelsea defender Thiago Silva has been ruled out to face Manchester City after Mauricio Pochettino said his star defender was hurt during Monday's win over Crystal Palace.
Silva, 39, was forced off early against Palace early after running back to stop a shot. He has played in almost every Chelsea game this season, meaning his absence is a real blow for a team which has conceded 40 goals in 22 Premier League matches.
Pochettino said of Silva on Friday: "He's out for tomorrow. He's not available. Afterwards, we need to assess him." Meanwhile, Carney Chukwuemeka twisted his ankle two days ago and won't be able to play.
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Chelsea will also miss Benoit Badiashile who is out for another for four weeks due to a setback, which means he'll miss the Carabao Cup final and Silva might also miss the big game because of his injury.
However, Malo Gusto and Levi Colwill are both fine to feature despite picking up problems against Palace. "They are okay. They have recovered well and are available tomorrow," Pochettino added. Goalkeeper Robert Sanchez is also ready to play again after being out since December.
Colwill is nearing a return after being out for three weeks. and might be available against City. Meanwhile, the hosts could be without five players for the clash.
Bernardo Silva faces a late fitness test while Jack Grealish is absent with a groin issue that forced him off early in the Champions League last-16 first leg clash with FC Copenhagen. Mateo Kovacic, Sergio Gomez and Josko Gvardiol could all be missing too.
It was a record-breaking night for Manchester City on Wednesday as they brushed Copenhagen aside to progress into the Champions League quarter-finals.
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