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Chelsea Boss Tuchel Finally Reveals Why He Substituted Mendy For Arrizabalaga Before Penalty
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Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel has revealed that he removed Eduoard Mendy for Kepa Arrizabalaga just before the shootouts because of the Spaniard's better record in the penalties.

Despite starting the game from the bench, the Spain international was in the right frame of mind to save two penalties and help the Blues claim the prestigious title.
The two teams settled for a 1-1 draw after regulation time and extra time, with Hakim Ziyech scoring Chelsea's goal that was cancelled out by Gerard Moreno with 17 minutes left on the clock.
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Kepa was Chelsea's match hero as he inspired the Blues to the club's first UEFA Super Cup title in 23 years. Photo by Robbie Jay Barratt.
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The Blues kicked off the shootout on a negative note as Kai Havertz's opening effort was saved by Sergio Asenjo.
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However, Kepa helped the west Londoners prevail as he denied both Aissa Mandi and Raul Albiol up to justify his introduction into the match.

While many had expressed concerns about his coming on, Tuchel explained the decision was made long before the match had kicked off. Tuchel said as quoted by Metro UK.
What Chelsea boss said after the victory

"It was not spontaneous. We talked about it with the goalkeepers when we came and had the first cup game against Barnsley. So we had some statistics, we were well prepared, [knowing] that Kepa is the best percentage at saving penalties.
"There is proof that Kepa is better in this discipline and these guys are true team players. I’m happy for Kepa and happy for Edou."
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Chelsea will now be looking to use the win to ensure they get off their Premier League campaign on a flying start.

Kepa Arrizabalaga stretching to save spot-kicks for Chelsea against Villarreal in their UEFA Super Cup final. Photo by Darren Walsh/Chelsea FC
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The Stamford Bridge side are scheduled to take on rivals Crystal Palace in their EPL curtain-raiser on Saturday, August 14.
Legit.ng earlier reported that Chelsea stars Kurt Zouma and Antonio Rudiger could not contain their joy after winning this year's UEFA Super Cup title as they danced to Tekno's hit song 'Skeletun'.
The Blues defeated their Spanish League rivals Villarreal 6-5 on penalties after settling for a 1-1 draw in the normal regulation period including the extra time.
Kai Havertz powered the Champions League holders ahead in the 27th minute while Gerard Moreno's 73rd-minute equaliser helped the La Liga outfit to stretch the game beyond 90 minutes
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Chelsea stars Zouma and Rudiger sing and dance to Tekno's hit song after winning Super Cup
Thursday, August 12, 2021 at 11:54 AM
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Thomas Tuchel has guided Chelsea to their second UEFA title barely eight months after his appointment
The Blues defeated Villarreal to emerge UEFA Super Cup champions three months after their Champions League glory
Zouma and Rudiger however celebrated their victory dancing to a Nigerian hit song in their dressing room
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Chelsea stars Kurt Zouma and Antonio Rudiger could not contain their joy after winning this year's UEFA Super Cup title as they danced to Tekno's hit
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