Mauricio Pochettino, the Chelsea boss, is urging his players to exhibit fighting spirit and aggression as they aim to secure a place in the Carabao Cup semi-final by facing Newcastle on Tuesday.”We aim to deliver for the club and the fans,” said Pochettino, emphasizing the importance of winning a trophy during his first season at Chelsea. Acknowledging Chelsea’s struggle for consistency and their current position in the Premier League, the Argentine expressed his desire to clinch a title, a feat he couldn’t achieve during his tenure at Tottenham.Tonight’s fixture against Newcastle, last season’s runners-up in the competition, poses a significant challenge for Chelsea. Pochettino stressed the need to respect their opponents, anticipating a tough encounter against the Magpies.The black-and-whites, on the other hand, has been battling with injuries, with key players such as Fabian Schar and Joelinton facing scans due to injuries sustained in their previous match against Fulham. While some players like Sven Botman have returned from injury, others like Alexander Isak are being evaluated for minor concerns.##NAJAVA_MECA_7753592##For Pochettino, this match signifies an opportunity to progress in the Carabao Cup. Despite a substantial injury list, he is set to field a strong lineup, likely mirroring the team that secured a 2-0 win against Sheffield United in the Premier League over the weekend.The Argentine manager might opt for Djordje Petrovic in goal due to Robert Sanchez’s injury, with Axel Disasi expected to play out of position at right-back. The defensive lineup could comprise Thiago Silva, Benoit Badiashile, and Levi Colwill.In midfield, Enzo Fernandez may return to the lineup alongside Moises Caicedo and Conor Gallagher. The attacking trio might feature Cole Palmer, Raheem Sterling, and Nicolas Jackson, who were involved in goals during the previous fixture.Additionally, Christopher Nkunku, who was part of the bench in the last game, might make his long-awaited debut – even if it’s from the bench, as he continues his return from injury.ENGLISH LEAGUE CUPQuarter-finalsTuesday22.45: (2.05) Everton (3.45) Fulham (3.60)22.45: (4.60) Port Vale (3.60) Middlesbrough (1.80)23.00: (1.90) Chelsea (3.50) Newcastle (4.10)Wednesday23.00: (1.48) Liverpool (4.40) West Ham (6.75)***odds are subject to change
