Chelsea FC Women pre-match press conference ahead of their UEFA Women’s Champions League clash against SKN St. Pölten.
Sonia Bompastor addressed key team updates and tactical expectations. Chelsea Women coach Sonia Bompastor confirmed that Lauren James is back in the squad, while Anna Hampton and Guru Reiten are unavailable due to injury.
Bompastor praised young goalkeeper Livia Peng for her performances and confirmed she will start in goal. Alissa Thompson’s rise was also highlighted, with hopes she continues her scoring form in Europe.
The press conference touched on resilience, compact defenses like St. Pölten and the need to score early goals and stay patient.
They also discussed the rising issue of ACL injuries in women’s football and called for action from governing bodies.
