The team news is in from the Voith-Arena ahead of Chelsea's Conference League clash against 1. FC Heidenheim on Thursday evening.

Carney Chukwuemeka is back among the substitutes and will be hoping for game time in the second half, as will a number of academy players including Tyrique George. Meanwhile, Frank Schmidt has made five changes to the Heidenheim starting lineup from the 5-2 defeat to Bayer Leverkusen last time out.

Heidenheim take on Chelsea on Thursday, Nov. 28, at the Voith-Arena, with kickoff set for an 6:45 p.m. CET start local time in Germany, which is a 5:45 p.m. start in the UK, a 12:45 p.m. ET or 9:45 a.m. PT kickoff in the US and Canada, and an 4:45 a.m. AEDT start in Australia on Friday morning.

Chelsea have confirmed the travelling squad for their Conference League fixture against 1. FC Heidenheim on Thursday night.

Chelsea have continued their fine form in this season’s Europa Conference League by beating Heidenheim 2-0. Second half goals from Christopher Nkunku and Mykhailo Mudryk eventually broke the Bundesliga side’s resistance and ensured the Blues are guaranteed to be playing in Europe in the new year.

Enzo Maresca praised Jadon Sancho as an "important player" after Sancho made a significant impact in his first start since October 20, contributing assists for both goals in Chelsea's 2-0 victory over Heidenheim in the Conference League.

Chelsea travels to Germany to face Heidenheim looking to continue its perfect record in the UEFA Conference League.

Welcome to match number four of six in the UEFA Conference League-league, which pits two of the six teams that have won all three of their games so far. Chelsea are still the strong favorites for this one of course, but it’s an historic occasion for Heidenheim and they will be hoping to make it a “magical night”.

Chelsea overcame a spirited Heidenheim side in Germany to secure a crucial 2-0 victory in the UEFA Europa Conference League. Goals from Christopher Nkunku and Mykhailo Mudryk sealed the win in a second half packed with drama and chances at both ends,

Chelsea welcomed back youngster Josh Acheampong to first-team training ahead of their Conference League clash against 1. FC Heidenheim.