Rest day of sorts in Abu Dhabi and there is a clear feeling that Chelsea must produce far better if they are to be crowned champions of the world on Saturday evening.
Today involved two batches of light training, the first focused on recovery, at their hotel campus with the focus moving straight to analysing the strengths and weaknesses of Palmeiras, the Copa Libertadores champions.
The Blues made hard work of defeating Al Hilal in last night’s semi-final at Mohammed Bin Zayed stadium, a fortuitous goal from Romelu Lukaku in the 33rd minute and two impressive saves from Kepa Arrizabalaga proving the difference.
