Swedish side Djurgården are preparing for a challenging encounter against Chelsea in the upcoming Europa League quarter-final. 

Despite being considered underdogs, Djurgården manager Jani Honkavaara believes his team has the potential to surprise the English giants.

“We respect Chelsea’s history and quality, but football is unpredictable,” Honkavaara stated during a press conference. “Our players are motivated and ready to give their all on the pitch.”

Djurgården has had an impressive run in the Europa Conference League this season, showcasing team spirit and tactical discipline. Their journey to the quarter-finals has been marked by notable victories, and the team is eager to continue their momentum.

Chelsea, on the other hand, will be looking to assert their dominance and advance to the semi-finals. The Blues have a strong squad depth and experience in European competitions, making them formidable opponents.

The first leg of the quarter-final is set to take place at the 3Arena, Djurgården’s home stadium, with the return leg scheduled to be held at Stamford Bridge. Both teams will be aiming for a favourable result to boost their chances of progressing in the tournament.