“We are blessed that we have three world-class players” – Kovacic reveals
Following Chelsea’s 1-0 victory over Al Hilal on Wednesday in the FIFA Club World Cup, Chelsea midfielder Mateo Kovacic singled Chelsea goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga for praise following his performance in
With Chelsea leading 1-0, Kepa produced two fantastic saves to preserve our lead and ensure we progress to the final of the competition.
According to Kovacic, the Blues are blessed to have three world-class goalkeepers in the squad.
Kovacic told FIFA post-game: “Kepa is a world-class goalkeeper.”
“We are blessed that we have three world-class goalkeepers. We’re very happy that Kepa performs at such a level. We’re used to it, it’s nothing new for us.
“It was a very difficult game. It was the semi-final of the Club World Cup, it was always going to be difficult. I think we should have scored that second goal, to relax us a little bit, but we’re very happy we got through.”