Overview
- Caicedo was booked in the 45th minute against Cardiff for sarcastically applauding referee Tony Harrington’s decision.
- The caution was his second of this Carabao Cup campaign following an earlier booking at Wolverhampton Wanderers in stoppage time.
- FA guidance wipes single yellow cards before the semi-finals, but suspensions already triggered must still be served.
- Chelsea’s semi-final first leg falls in the week of January 12 with the return in the week of February 2 against Arsenal or Crystal Palace.
- Manager Enzo Maresca must identify a midfield alternative to cover Caicedo’s defensive role in the opening tie.