Chelsea rotates squad in friendly against Johor Darul Ta’zim
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 9, 2026, 12:00 PM
Last updated Aug 9, 2026
Chelsea is currently playing Johor Darul Ta’zim in a friendly match in Malaysia. The game marks the second friendly for the team within 24 hours. Manager Xabi Alonso has rotated the squad, showcasing different players, but the absence of second-choice goalkeeper Mike Penders has raised questions among fans. Chelsea's previous friendly saw them secure a 3-0 victory over Milan, with Moises Caicedo contributing a goal and an assist.
- •Chelsea plays friendlies back-to-back in Malaysia.
- •Penders not included in the squad, raising fan concerns.
- •Moises Caicedo scored in Chelsea's previous friendly against Milan.
- •Alonso aims to evaluate full squad before Premier League opener.
- 12:00 PMYahoo Sports — Chelsea fans puzzled by one Xabi Alonso lineup decision
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