Published 17:54 IST, October 23rd 2020
Petr Cech shows off incredible skills after inclusion in Chelsea's Premier League squad
Petr Cech rolled back the years and made some stunning saves during Chelsea's training session after being included in the Premier League squad.
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Chelsea surprised football world this month when y brought Petr Cech out of retirement by naming him in ir Premier League squad for season. Blues legend had been working with squad as a technical director and Chelsea saw fit for him to be included as an emergency backup during unprecedented times of COVID-19. While it has been more than a year since former Czech international called time on his career, 38-year-old has still got it as he showcased some extraordinary skills in Chelsea training.
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Petr Cech training: Blues legend showed off his reflexes after surprise comeback
Petr Cech joined Chelsea as a technical director after anuncing his retirement last year. former Arsenal goalkeeper had been working with new keeper Edouard Mendy in training while has also tried to help a crestfallen Kepa Arizabalaga. With Mendy, Kepa and Willy Caballero all registered, it highly unlikely that Cech makes an appearance for Blues again, but former Czech international is keeping himself ready just in case opportunity arises.
Cech ditched his glasses and suit and returned to his traditional headgear as he made some fine saves in training. Blues legend's reflexes showed signs of rustiness and it seemed like 38-year-old had never been away from game.
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After his side's 0-0 draw against Sevilla, manr Frank Lampard said that Petr Cech's registration was clearly for emergency purposes and was t in line with any grand return or romance. Blues boss said that former Arsenal keeper had been training with shot-stoppers and is still relatively young. Lampard confirmed that 38-year-old will continue his job as technical director and will come into picture in case of an avoidable circumstance.
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Cech had a storied career at Stamford Bridge, playing 494 times for Chelsea between 2004 and 2015 and winning a host of hours including four Premier League titles, a Champions League and a Europa League crown.
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Chelsea vs Man United: Fragile Blues host momentum-gaining Red Devils
While Chelsea and Man United remain perennial contenders for Champions League places, y both need to sort out ir fragile defences that have been leaking in goals for fun. Blues saw a two-goal lead blown against Southampton last weekend, before a resolute 0-0 draw on Tuesday vs Sevilla.
Manchester United, on or hand, let in 11 in ir first three games, before demolishing Newcastle 4-1, and n proceeding to seal yet ar Champions League classic in Paris. Ole Gunnar Solskjaer got better Lampard thrice last season, but it was latter who sealed victory when y faced off in FA Cup semi-final.
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(Im Courtesy: Chelseafc.com)
17:54 IST, October 23rd 2020