Chelsea are waiting on late fitness checks for Cole Palmer and Joao Pedro, while Estevao Willian is ruled out ahead of their FA Cup semi-final against Leeds United.
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Chelsea will make late fitness decisions on Cole Palmer and Joao Pedro ahead of Sunday’s FA Cup semi-final against Leeds United, according to Graham Smyth. Interim boss Calum McFarlane confirmed Estevao Willian is ruled out, while both Palmer and Pedro trained but remain doubtful for the Wembley clash.
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