Chelsea faces Copenhagen in the last 16 of the 2024/25 Conference League after finishing top of the group with six consecutive wins, solidifying their status as tournament favorites. Coach Enzo Maresca may rely more heavily on key players due to the increased competition. Copenhagen leads the Danish league despite the absence of Chelsea target Roony Bardghji, who is sidelined with an ACL injury. Chelsea has reinforced its squad, including the addition of Cole Palmer, with the last 16 matches starting March 6, potentially leading to matchups against notable teams like Fiorentina.
Chelsea's six straight wins have established them as strong favorites in the Conference League, leading to their matchup against Copenhagen in the last 16.
Copenhagen currently leads the Danish top flight but will face tougher competition, especially against a strengthened Chelsea squad in the knockout stage.
With the increase in competition, Chelsea's Enzo Maresca may depend more on his key players for the knockout matches against Copenhagen.
The Conference League last 16 will commence on March 6 and could see Chelsea face formidable opponents like Fiorentina and Vitoria de Guimaraes in later rounds.
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