Chelsea’s star, Reece James, and his teammates remain undaunted by the prospect of facing PSG’s formidable squad. Despite PSG’s remarkable form and impressive victories against top-tier teams such as Real Madrid and Inter Milan, James exudes confidence in Chelsea’s ability to match up against the French giants.

James emphasized the team’s preparation approach, stating, “We’re treating it like any other match. Even though this is a high-stakes final, our objective is to win. PSG are indeed in fantastic form, but we’ve made significant strides as well, and I believe we can compete with them on equal footing.”

He further elaborated, “PSG may enter the game as favorites, but labels don’t concern me. I’ve been in finals before where we were considered favorites and didn’t win, so the opinion of others means little. They’ve overcome English powerhouses and boast an exceptional lineup, but we’re also a remarkable team and have proven our mettle consistently.”

Highlighting Chelsea’s journey to the final, James acknowledged their relatively smoother path compared to PSG, noting, “They’ve had a much more challenging route, defeating Atletico Madrid, Bayern Munich, and Real Madrid. Our toughest competition was Benfica, yet it’s fair play in finals, and we’re prepared to give our best.”

Discussing the unique challenges faced during the tournament in America, James pointed out the environmental conditions, “Adjusting to the travel, pitch quality, and extreme heat has been our biggest challenge. The intense daytime temperatures are unfamiliar to many European teams, making adaptation essential. It’s particularly demanding for the team without possession, but we’ve gradually accustomed ourselves to these conditions.”

James, who missed a recent quarter-final but played as a substitute against Fluminense, clarified his fitness status, “I wasn’t injured. I felt discomfort during the warm-up and, given my medical history, opted not to risk aggravating it. Thankfully, the decision paid off with a victory, and I’m ready to contribute fully without worry.”

Chelsea is entering the final determined and poised to take on PSG, approaching the match with a strategy of resilience and confidence. With the leadership of Reece James, the Blues are set to put their best foot forward, showing no fear of their illustrious opponents as they aim for glory.