Simon Dalton presents his prediction for the UEFA League Conference match
At Stamford Bridge last Thursday, Chelsea easily beat Servette, but they didn't gain a decisive advantage (2:0). It’s likely that the London side won't just sit back on their lead in Switzerland; they are expected to solidify their advantage and reach the group stage without issues.
Servette
In August, Servette managed just one win in six matches (along with four losses and one draw). The meeting in London saw the Swiss side fire 19 shots compared to their opponent's 16, but in such an open game, the superior quality of the other team’s players became evident. Servette might once again play reactively, hoping to capitalise on their own scoring chances.
Chelsea
Chelsea seems to be on an upward trend, directly linked to the scoring exploits of Noni Madueke. The former PSV winger scored 4+1 last week, while Cole Palmer racked up 1+3 against Wolverhampton. At home, their goalkeeper Filip Jorgensen had an impressive debut with eight saves, though Barcelona youth product Marc Guiu was unfortunate when his shot at an open goal hit the woodwork, his miss was all over the news highlights.
Servette - Chelsea Prediction
Chelsea will likely showcase their skills again against a less formidable opponent. Chelsea will secure a third consecutive victory, with Servette unable to compete.
