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Leicester vs Chelsea: 5 key matchups that could go either way

By Kee Min

Chelsea's Mateo Kovacic (left) and Leicester City's James Maddison Chelsea v Leicester City - Premier League - Stamford Bridge 18-08-2019 . (Photo by Tess Derry/EMPICS/PA Images via Getty Images)
Chelsea's Mateo Kovacic (left) and Leicester City's James Maddison Chelsea v Leicester City - Premier League - Stamford Bridge 18-08-2019 . (Photo by Tess Derry/EMPICS/PA Images via Getty Images) /
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HULL, ENGLAND – JANUARY 25: Callum Hudson-Odoi of Chelsea battles for possession with Eric Lichaj of Hull City during the FA Cup Fourth Round match between Hull City FC and Chelsea FC at KCOM Stadium on January 25, 2020 in Hull, England. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images)
HULL, ENGLAND – JANUARY 25: Callum Hudson-Odoi of Chelsea battles for possession with Eric Lichaj of Hull City during the FA Cup Fourth Round match between Hull City FC and Chelsea FC at KCOM Stadium on January 25, 2020 in Hull, England. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images) /

Calgar Soyuncu vs Callum Hudson-Odoi

Caglar Soyuncu has been a pleasant surprise for Leicester this season. The Turkish defender quickly adapted to the Premier League, blossoming as an ideal partner next to Johnny Evans with his passing ability and vision. He is leading the team in both passes made and completion percentage, dictating the tempo and allowing them to play out from the back easily.

Despite all his positives, Soyuncu has one flaw – his temper. He leads the team in disciplines and shown a fiery personality when challenged.

Enter Callum Hudson-Odoi.

The tricky winger is a gifted and deft dribbler, and one not afraid of flair. In Leicester’s three-back system, Hudson-Odoi will certainly look to clash and test the Turk. If the Englishman is successful in drawing a few fouls and getting the temper flaring, maybe forcing a yellow card out of the ref, it can make life much easier for Chelsea is breaking down the stout Foxes defense.

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