VOICED: Chelsea lose star performers to Africa Cup of Nations

The transcript discusses the impact of key African players from Chelsea Football Club participating in the African Cup of Nations. Players like Michael Essien, Solomon Kalou, and John Obi Mikel are absent, affecting Chelsea's performance in the Premier League. The club's manager, Carlo Ancelotti, believes the squad is strong enough to cope, despite potential injuries and the absence of these players. Chelsea's main rivals, Manchester United, have an advantage as they have no African players missing. The African Cup of Nations is seen as a distraction for Chelsea, but it also serves as a showcase for African football ahead of the World Cup.

Which African players from Chelsea are mentioned as participating in the African Cup of Nations?

• Didier Drogba and Samuel Eto'o

• Michael Essien and Solomon Kalou

• Yaya Touré and Kolo Touré

• Sadio Mané and Mohamed Salah

What is one of the main concerns for Chelsea regarding their players participating in the African Cup of Nations?

• The players might decide to transfer to other clubs

• The players could get injured during the tournament

• The players might retire from international football

• The players could lose their form

What strategy might Chelsea's manager consider to handle the absence of key players?

• Reducing ticket prices

• Signing new players

• Changing the club's home ground

• Switching to a different league

Which team is mentioned as having no African players, giving them an advantage during the African Cup of Nations?

• Manchester United

• Liverpool

• Tottenham Hotspur

• Arsenal

How do Chelsea fans feel about the African Cup of Nations in relation to their club's performance?

• They view it as a distraction

• They are indifferent to it

• They see it as a great opportunity

• They are excited about it