Every Chelsea game Marc Cucurella will miss as injury timescale emerges
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Every Chelsea Game Marc Cucurella Will Miss as Injury Timescale Emerges
Marc Cucurella is expected to miss up to a month of action due to a hamstring injury sustained during Chelsea's 2-2 Premier League draw with Leeds United on Tuesday. The left-back was substituted at halftime, with head coach Liam Rosenior confirming it was an enforced change after Cucurella felt discomfort in his hamstring. Chelsea subsequently won 4-0 against Hull City in the FA Cup fourth round on Friday, but Cucurella was absent from the squad, as Rosenior had indicated beforehand[1][3].
According to reports from Cadena SER, the Spaniard faces a sidelining of three to four weeks, potentially returning in March. Rosenior noted post-Leeds that scans would determine availability, expressing hope but uncertainty on a precise timeline[1][2]. BBC Sport journalist Nizaar Kinsella added that Cucurella is optimistic about a March comeback, having undergone scans to assess severity[2].
Cucurella, a key performer this season with 35 appearances (30 starts) across competitions and recent Spain World Cup qualifying duty, has solidified his status as one of Europe's top left-backs[1][2]. His absence comes at a busy period for Chelsea.
Chelsea Fixtures Affected
| Fixture | Date |
|---|---|
| Burnley (H) | 21 Feb |
| Arsenal (A) | 1 Mar |
| Aston Villa (A) | 4 Mar |
| Newcastle United (H) | 14 Mar (possible) |
He is likely to miss the home game against Burnley next week, plus away trips to Arsenal and Aston Villa. A return could align with Everton (A) on 21 March or Manchester City, though Newcastle on 14 March remains uncertain. Upcoming fixtures also include an FA Cup fifth round and Champions League last-16 first leg around mid-March, where Cucurella hopes to feature[1][2].
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