"It will be a landmark occasion for newly-appointed Chelsea head coach Liam Rosenior, who is preparing for his first Champions League match in charge of the club following recent domestic and cup commitments. Chelsea's European campaign has been defined by contrasting fortunes home and away, with all of their dropped points coming on the road. Defeats to Atalanta, Bayern Munich and a draw against Qarabag have left the Blues 13th in the standings, but they remain within touching distance of the leading pack."
"Team news for Chelsea v Pafos Chelsea are monitoring the fitness of Tosin Adarabioyo after the defender was withdrawn against Brentford with hamstring tightness, although the issue is believed to be precautionary. Estevao Willian, Jamie Bynoe-Gittens and Malo Gusto are also being assessed, while Mykhaylo Mudryk remains unavailable due to suspension, and Romeo Lavia and Levi Colwill continue their recoveries from injury. Given the congested schedule, Rosenior may opt for rotation, which could open the"
Chelsea welcome Pafos to Stamford Bridge with two league-phase matches remaining and automatic qualification likely requiring maximum points. The Blues sit just outside the top eight and have dropped all group points away from home, leaving them 13th but still within touching distance of the leading pack. Home form has been strong, with victories over Barcelona, Ajax and Benfica and a 17-match unbeaten run in UEFA group-stage and league-phase home fixtures. Pafos remain in contention after taking points from several opponents and sit one point shy of the top 24. Fitness concerns include Tosin Adarabioyo, Estevao Willian, Jamie Bynoe-Gittens and Malo Gusto; Mudryk is suspended and Romeo Lavia and Levi Colwill are recovering, which may prompt squad rotation under Liam Rosenior.
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