Chelsea hosts Dynamo Kiev in the first leg of the Europa League round of 16 on Thursday. Kickoff from Stamford Bridge is scheduled for 3 p.m. ET.
Chelsea reached the round of 16 after defeating Malmo 5–1 on aggregate in the previous round. The Blues are currently sixth in the Premier League table, but appear to have shaken off poor form to win each of their past two contests. Chelsea most recently topped rival Fulham 2–1 in a London derby behind goals from Gonzalo Higuain and Jorginho.
Dynamo Kiev advanced to the round of 16 after beating Olympiakos 3–2 on aggregate.