Courtois set for Atletico Madrid despite injury scare fall

Chelsea coach Antonio Conte has confirmed goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois fit for the Champions League against Atletico Madrid on Wednesday despite the dreadful fall in the 4-0 win against Stoke City on Saturday.

The Belgian international collided with Gary Cahill in an attempt to clear a corner and landed awkwardly. Courtois was fortunate not to have suffered any injury and was able to carry on. Conte was about to bring on Cesc Fabregas at the time and waited for confirmation Courtois was alright before making the change.

“I spoke with the doctor and I asked if Thibaut was OK and the answer was positive. He said you can make another substitution,” the Italian explained.

“The player is OK to play the next game at Atletico Madrid.”
Chelsea will travel to Spain to face Atletico Madrid in the Wanda Metropolitano Stadium for their second match in the UEFA Champions League.