Looking ahead to PSG v Chelsea, João Neves has reasons to smile | OneFootball

João Neves has returned to Paris Saint-Germain’s squad list, this time for the match against Chelsea, which is the first leg of the Round of 16 in the UEFA Champions League. The clash is scheduled for this Wednesday at 8:00 PM at Parc des Princes.

The Portuguese international resumed training on Tuesday after recovering from an injury to his left ankle. Until then, the former Benfica player – who saw a substitute ‘demanding’ playing time – had missed the last two training sessions with the Parisian team, but ended up being included in the squad for the big European encounter.

According to the latest medical update released by the French club, the player had been sidelined since February 25. The injury was sustained during the match against Monaco, in the second leg of the play-off for access to the Champions League Round of 16.

In that match, PSG secured qualification for the next stage of the prestigious competition, despite the draw recorded in the game. For tonight’s match, coach Luis Enrique will be without Fabián Ruiz and Quentin Ndjantou.

This knockout round also marks the reunion between PSG and Chelsea after the FIFA Club World Cup final, won by the Londoners. The second leg of the Champions League Round of 16 is scheduled for March 17, also at 8:00 PM, at Stamford Bridge.

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