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Chelsea's Caicedo Absence Sets Up City Showdown

30 December 2025

Chelsea's Caicedo Absence Sets Up City Showdown — Caicedo's suspension looms as Chelsea host Manchester City.

Caicedo Out for City Clash

Chelsea midfielder Moises Caicedo will miss the Blues' clash with Manchester City on Thursday in the 20th round of the Premier League.

Caicedo received an early yellow card in the fifth minute of today's Bournemouth game at Stamford Bridge.

That card is his fifth of the season, meaning an automatic one-game ban under the Premier League rules.

Caicedo has been a key staple for Chelsea since the season's start.

The first half against Bournemouth finished 2-2 in the 19th round.

Punchline: Even the yellow cards seem to have a crush on him.

Punchline 2: City should bring a caution light for Chelsea's midfield this week.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Why is Caicedo unavailable for Chelsea vs City?

Because he picked up a fifth yellow card this season.

What was the result at half-time in Chelsea vs Bournemouth?

The game stood at 2-2 at the break.

Why is Caicedo important to Chelsea this season?

He has been a key staple in Chelsea's midfield since the start of the campaign.