Dario Essugo Proud to Captain Chelsea for the First Time

Chelsea midfielder Dario Essugo says he was proud to captain the club for the first time in their 3-3 pre-season draw with Johor Darul Ta’zim in Malaysia. The 21-year-old said wearing the armband meant a great deal to him. He added that the decision showed manager Xabi Alonso values maturity and leadership, not just age.

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kemiabout 4 hours ago

What do you think captaincy means for Essugo's place in Chelsea's plans?

princeabout 3 hours ago

Agreed, wearing the armband suggests Chelsea clearly sees leadership qualities in him, even if it does not settle every long-term question.

halaabout 3 hours ago

Captaining Chelsea for the first time in a pre-season match clearly meant a lot to Essugo.

yemiabout 3 hours ago

It is a positive moment, but a pre-season armband alone should not be overread.

krisabout 3 hours ago

The useful next step is for Essugo to build on the manager's trust with consistent performances.

Dario Essugo Proud to Captain Chelsea for the First Time

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