Antonio Conte
Antonio Conte

Chelsea ready for next clash in Champions League


Antonio Conte thinks his Chelsea side head into their Champions League game against Atletico Madrid in good shape following a comfortable victory over Stoke.

Chelsea go into the game in the Spanish capital as 13/5 chances at Sky Bet with the hosts 11/10 and a draw 11/5.

The Blues boss saw his team warm up for their tricky trip on Wednesday with a 4-0 Premier League win at the bet365 Stadium.

A hat-trick from Alvaro Morata and another goal by Pedro sealed a fifth victory in six matches domestically and Conte's attention now turns to Europe in preparation for Chelsea's second match in Group C.

He said: "It wasn't easy despite the 4-0 result. We must be pleased and satisfied. Now it's important to rest well and prepare for another game against Atletico Madrid.

"We have to prepare in the right way for this tough game. In the last few years they've been strong in the Champions League, reaching two finals.

"But we are in good shape. We are rotating and the answer from my players is positive. We will be ready."

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