Alonso Congratulates Lavia After Successful Chelsea Pre-Season Match
Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso highlighted the significance of Romeo Lavia's recent performance during a pre-season friendly match against AC Milan. During the September 16, 2024, encounter held at Gelora Bung Karno Stadium in Jakarta, Indonesia, Lavia emerged as a key player despite not scoring.
Alonso congratulated the midfielder for his pivotal play, stating: 'I am very happy with him because he has been out of action for over 18 months. He was fatigued but I told him to enjoy the match.' The Spaniard's words reflect his appreciation for the young player's contributions on a crucial day.
Alonso noted: 'Let him play, let him enjoy the 90 minutes.' Lavia, alongside fellow players Robert Sanchez, Josh Acheampong, and Marco Palestra, showcased resilience throughout the full duration of the match. This performance marked his first complete game since August 4, 2024.How Has Lavia Been Out of Action?
Romeo Lavia's last full match occurred on February 16, 2023. The ongoing layoff has seen the young midfielder work his way back into top form under Xabi Alonso's guidance. His recent showing against AC Milan demonstrates significant progress from pre-season conditioning.
What Impact Did Lavia Have in the Match?
Lavia played a vital role in Chelsea’s midfield, orchestrating play and disrupting AC Milan's rhythm. With Joao Pedro scoring twice in quick succession and Moises Caicedo adding the third goal toward the end of the match, Lavia was a backbone of consistency.
Alonso added: 'He finished the match exhausted but truly happy.'Frequently Asked Questions
When Was the Last Time Lavia Played a Full Match?
Lavia’s last full football match was on February 16, 2023. This recent appearance against AC Milan marked his first complete game since nearly two years ago.
Who Were the Other Players Completing 90 Minutes with Lavia?
Robert Sanchez, Josh Acheampong, and Marco Palestra joined Lavia in completing 90 minutes during the切尔西中场罗梅奥·劳维尔在一场与AC米兰的季前友谊赛中表现出色，这标志着他自2024年8月以来首次整场比赛出场。切尔西主帅哈比·阿拉纽瓦称赞他说：“我很高兴，因为他有一段休息时间（手指着他的头）。他说他很累，但我说：‘让他上场，享受90分钟的时间。’最终，劳维尔虽然未进球，但在中场的表现令人印象深刻。”其他与他一同踢满全场的队员包括罗伯特·桑切斯、乔什·阿查姆邦戈和马尔科·帕莱斯特雷。
阿拉纽瓦表示：“他上完场后精疲力尽但很开心。”这场对阵AC米兰的比赛对于劳维尔来说具有重要意义，标志着他在2024年8月4日以来首度完整比赛复出。