Chelsea manager Sonia Bompastor and midfielder Erin Cuthbert spoke ahead of a huge Women’s Champions League quarter-final against Arsenal, addressing Chelsea’s fitness concerns, squad management, and the challenge of preparing for one of the biggest games of the season.
Despite several players following individual programmes and some late fitness checks, Bompastor insisted Chelsea are ready and have enough quality to compete on a massive European night.
Erin Cuthbert also spoke about the reality of the packed calendar, explaining why players sometimes need to sacrifice training time to stay available for the biggest matches. Both made it clear that Chelsea are fully focused on Arsenal, with Bompastor highlighting the quality in both squads and the importance of getting the key moments right over two legs.
Can Chelsea rise to the occasion and take control of this Women’s Champions League showdown against Arsenal?