Chelsea are back in Premier League action shortly after Christmas as domestic action returns to Stamford Bridge. The Blues have been able to watch on this week as the Carabao Cup got underway once again following the World Cup break, coming just two days after the final.
Chelsea played no part in that after being knocked out by Manchester City in November. They have been playing though, preparing for the match against Bournemouth on December 27 with friendlies against Aston Villa and Brentford.
Graham Potter's side lost against Villa 1-0 in Abu Dhabi with a youthful side due to first team players still being in Qatar or on their way back from the tournament. They fared better against the Bees though, winning 5-1 in a behind-closed-doors affair with Kai Havertz scoring a hattrick.
