Matter of Kante, Lampard Does not Want to Take Risks

Chelsea manager Frank Lampard said he did not want to take the condition of N'golo Kante related to risk. It was said after the victory over Brighton & Hove Albion.

Chelsea 2-0 Brighton & Hove Albion in the Premier League continued at Stamford Bridge on Saturday (09/28/2019) night. In the game, the hosts scored Jorginho and Willian.

Kante doesn't play games. The French players aren't even on the Chelsea team.

"I talked to Kante about that and I don't want to take risks. This is very important for us, but it is difficult to continue playing because of his preseason breaks with the injuries he has brought since last season. It is not right to take risks today, but maybe have a chance of fighting against Lille (Champions League), "Lampard on the club's official website.

On this occasion, also admitted Lampard was relieved that his team could win at home in the inaugural Premier League competition.

"The home match has been frustrated for various reasons. On the contrary, we played very poorly, it did not happen if today was us, the big day. We control every part of the game and hope that this will give confidence to the players and fans," added Lampard .

With this victory, Chelsea moved up to sixth place with 11 points. The Blues are only one point behind West Ham United in the first three.

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