Chelsea's Musonda makes debut goal against Nottingham Forest
Chelsea reached the next stage of the Carabao Cup after thrashing Nottingham Forest 5-1 at Stamford Bridge last night.
Michy Batshuayi scored a hat-trick with youngsters Kenedy and Charly Musonda also getting in on the act.
While Everton booked their place in the fourth round with a 3-0 win over Sunderland thanks to a brace from Dominic Calvert-Lewin and Oumar Niasse’s superb strike.
The duo have experienced mixed fortunes as of late with Everton currently languishing down in 18th place in the Premier League.
It’s a tough game, we know Everton are one of the best teams in this league but we are ready to face the next round
Chelsea manager Antonio Conte
Conte’s Chelsea meanwhile are in third and unbeaten in the last four league games.
However, Antonio Conte reckons facing Everton will be a difficult task as he believes they are one of the best teams in the top flight.
“It’s a tough game, we know Everton are one of the best teams in this league but we are ready to face the next round,” Conte said.
“We are a great club so every competition is important to us.
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Chelsea boss Antonio Conte insists it will be a 'tough game' against Everton in the Carabao Cup
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We have to be competitive in every game and if the players answer like they did tonight I will continue to give opportunities.
“We must go game by game but when I have this type of answer I’m very happy.”
Chelsea will lock horns with Everton on the week commencing October 23.
But up next for the Blues is a league clash against Stoke at the bet365 Stadium on Saturday (3:00pm).