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Kepa Arrizabalaga sends seven-word message after Chelsea star vindicates Edouard Mendy decision

Chelsea goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga has issued a defiant message after helping the Blues progress into the FIFA Club World Cup final.

The 27-year-old kept his place in the Chelsea XI for the semi-final against Al Hilal despite Edouard Mendy joining up with his teammates in the United Arab Emirates earlier in the day.

Kepa has now started the Blues' last seven matches in all competitions, with the Spanish goalkeeper continuing to impress for the European champions in a rare chance to showcase his talents in the starting line-up.

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