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Another PL scalp for Celtic?

Oh, they would love to get one over on another English side.

Celtic have already beaten Manchester City in a seven-goal thriller that you just couldn't take your eyes off.

If they play like that again, I just feel they may have too much for Chelsea.

But it's pre-season, so who knows. All fun and games!

NORTH CAROLINA, USA - JULY 23: Celtic's Luis Palma celebrates as he scores to make it 4-3 during a pre-season friendly match between Manchester City and Celtic at Kenan Stadium, on July 23, 2024, in North Carolina, USA.  (Photo by Ross MacDonald / SNS Group)

Goal time for Guiu?

Marc Guiu will once again lead the line for Chelsea tonight.

The Spaniard made his debut for the club against Wrexham and showed glimpses of what he is about.

But there were times when he was very quiet.

He didn't really test the goalkeeper, but today he will be wanting to make more of an impact.

Just Guiu for goal...(I'm sorry).

SANTA CLARA, CALIFORNIA - JULY 24: Marc Guiu #38 of Chelsea FC controls the ball at Levi's Stadium on July 24, 2024 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Lyndsay Radnedge/ISI Photos/Getty Images)

'Crazy stadium'

Kieran Gill, Mail Sport, at the Notre Dame Stadium:

Crazy stadium, this. In a good way. There are thousands of Americans outside tailgating, which is cool. Inside, the Chelsea squad are here and it's a strong line-up including Mykhailo Mudryk.
Still no Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall or Axel Disasi, mind. It should be a good game – Celtic beat Manchester City 4-3 in their last friendly.

INDIANA, USA - JULY 27: A general view during a Pre-Season Friendly between Chelsea and Celtic at Notre Dame Stadium, on July 27, 2024, in Indiana, USA. (Photo by Ross MacDonald / SNS Group)

Maresca seeking first win

It's only his second game to be fair.

But Enzo Maresca will be keen on getting his first win as Blues manager in the books.

The Wrexham draw was not the best (that's being polite), but there were still glimmers of what Maresca ball is.

They will want to show more than glimmers today.

SANTA CLARA, CALIFORNIA - JULY 24: Enzo Maresca, Head Coach of Chelsea yells instructions from the bench during the Pre-Season Friendly match between Chelsea FC and Wrexham at Levi's Stadium on July 24, 2024 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Darren Walsh/Chelsea FC via Getty Images)

Back in blue

The new home kit gets another use.

Chelsea's blue strip has had various different responses from fans, but not all the best.

What are your thoughts on it?

I get what Chelsea are trying to do, but I'll be honest - I'm not the biggest fan of it.

Just looks like pool water.

New surroundings

The Notre Dame Stadium is stunning.

It's not often that football teams get to play in arenas like this one, so it will feel strange for Chelsea.

The players are just having a little look around to see what they will be dealing with later.

They don't look that happy, though. Cheer up lads!

Chelsea FC players visit the pitch ahead of the a pre-season club friendly football match between Chelsea FC  and Celtic FC at Notre Dame Stadium in South Bend, Indiana, on July 27, 2024. (Photo by KAMIL KRZACZYNSKI / AFP) (Photo by KAMIL KRZACZYNSKI/AFP via Getty Images)

Celtic Team News - Schmeichel STARTS

Kasper Schmeichel starts in goal yet again for Celtic.

Just like Enzo Maresca, Brendan Rodges makes two changes to his side that beat Manchester City.

Cameron Carter-Vickers and James Forrest are in.

Brendan Rodgers

Chelsea Team News - Mudryk STARTS

Well then, here you go!

Enzo Maresca makes just the two changes from the side that started in the 2-2 draw with Wrexham.

Wesley Fofana and Mykhailo Mudryk both come into the team, with Tosin Adarabioyo and Tyrique George dropping to the bench.

I can't lie, I thought there would be more changes...

Blues arrive in Notre Dame

It looks blooming boiling in Indiana, doesn't it?

Hopefully Chelsea and Celtic have both brought the sun cream, especially the Scots...

The Blues have now arrived at the Notre Dame Stadium, and somehow Enzo Maresca is sporting to a zip-up hoodie.

Which of these stars will be starting?

We will let you know in just a moments time.

INDIANA, USA - JULY 27: Chelsea's Ben Chilwell arrives during a Pre-Season Friendly between Chelsea and Celtic at Notre Dame Stadium, on July 27, 2024, in Indiana, USA. (Photo by Ross MacDonald / SNS Group)

INDIANA, USA - JULY 27: Chelsea Manager Enzo Maresca arrives during a Pre-Season Friendly between Chelsea and Celtic at Notre Dame Stadium, on July 27, 2024, in Indiana, USA. (Photo by Ross MacDonald / SNS Group)

INDIANA, USA - JULY 27: Chelsea's Christopher Nkunku  arrives during a Pre-Season Friendly between Chelsea and Celtic at Notre Dame Stadium, on July 27, 2024, in Indiana, USA. (Photo by Ross MacDonald / SNS Group)

British battle in Indiana

Oh, we have a cracker for you this evening.

Yes, it's only pre-season. But it's not often you get to see Chelsea and Celtic face off.

While it may be a friendly, both huge British sides will not treat it like one when they come to blows.

Enzo Maresca is seeking his first win as Chelsea boss in his second match in charge.

Meanwhile, Celtic would love to take the scalp of a major English side.

I can't wait any longer, let's get this show on the road.

INDIANA, USA - JULY 27: A general view during a Pre-Season Friendly between Chelsea and Celtic at Notre Dame Stadium, on July 27, 2024, in Indiana, USA. (Photo by Ross MacDonald / SNS Group)

Key Updates

  • Celtic Team News - Schmeichel STARTS

  • Chelsea Team News - Mudryk STARTS

  • British battle in Indiana

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Source: dailymail.co.uk

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