• Sterling off after six minutes
• The winger clashed with Gundogan
• Tried to proceed however eliminated

WHAT HAPPENED? The winger fell to the bottom in a battle with Metropolis midfielder Ilkay Gundogan and tried to proceed, however coach Graham Potter selected to dismiss him and despatched Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang in his place.

BIG PICTURE: Sterling’s loss might be a significant blow for the Stamford Bridge aspect, which is already missing within the likes of Reece James, Wesley Fofana, N’Golo Kante and Armando Broja, amongst others.

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WHAT’S UP FOR STERLING? The Blues might be hoping that Sterling’s damage just isn’t critical as they may need him to be eligible for his or her subsequent sport towards the identical opponent within the FA Cup on Sunday.