The Blues boss is hoping to beat a first-leg deficit to ebook a spot at Wembley
Liam Rosenior says Chelsea’s current success on the most important phases offers him confidence his gamers can rise to the event towards Arsenal within the EFL Cup.
Chelsea lifted two main trophies final season underneath former head coach Enzo Maresca, profitable the UEFA Convention League earlier than claiming the revamped FIFA Membership World Cup in the USA.
Rosenior believes that have shall be essential as his aspect try and overturn a 3-2 deficit within the second leg of their Carabao Cup semi-final towards Premier League leaders Arsenal.
“I believe my gamers can play in large video games,” Rosenior stated. “You have a look at Enzo Fernandez, who has gained a World Cup, and the group as a complete profitable two trophies final yr. They will carry out in large video games and it’s positively an enormous sport on Tuesday.”
Chelsea come into the tie after a formidable comeback victory over West Ham on the weekend, however Rosenior confused that preparation and restoration are his priorities somewhat than specializing in Arsenal or their supervisor.
“I gained’t discuss what Arsenal or Mikel Arteta have or haven’t carried out,” he stated. “That’s not my concern. My concern is resting. It’s one other three-game week and we have to get well. It’s going to be a very bodily sport on Tuesday and it’s about getting ready the staff as greatest I can.”
Requested whether or not reaching a League Cup ultimate by knocking out Arsenal would strengthen his case as Chelsea head coach, Rosenior performed down any private significance.
“I’ll be actually trustworthy, I don’t actually care about proving whether or not I’m proper for the job or not,” he stated. “If we get to the ultimate, it’s nice for Chelsea Soccer Membership. It’s not about me.
“I’ll show in time whether or not I’m worthy or not, however that’s not on the forefront of my thoughts.”
Rosenior additionally offered an replace on 18-year-old winger Estevao, who missed the win over West Ham after returning to Brazil for private causes.
The Chelsea boss stated no resolution has been made on whether or not {the teenager} shall be concerned towards Arsenal.
“I don’t know but,” he stated. “He’s a younger child who’s are available and been magnificent. He’s going via a very troublesome time and he’s on compassionate go away. I gained’t put any strain on him. It needs to be proper for him and he has to really feel in the proper place to carry out for this staff.”
