Tosin Adarabioyo
CHEEngland
Right
Sep 24, 1997
28
6'6"
176 lb
CB
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ChelseaScores goal against Port Vale
Adarabioyo scored one goal to go with nine clearances in Saturday's 7-0 FA Cup quarterfinal win over Port Vale.
Analysis: Adarabioyo buried Chelsea's fourth goal in the 57th minute, climbing above everyone to get on the end of Malo Gusto's clipped service from the right and powering a header into the bottom corner for his seventh goal since joining the club in 2024. He also turned in a calm and polished shift at the back alongside Wesley Fofana in what was labeled a routine defensive day, winning three aerial duels and racking up nine clearances while Port Vale managed just four total shot attempts and failed to put a single effort on target over the full 90 minutes. Adarabioyo has now found the net in two of his last four FA Cup appearances, though he still looks like a rotational piece for the Blues after making just two starts in his last eight appearances.
Makes bench Friday
Adarabioyo (hamstring) is on the bench for Friday's FA Cup game against Hull City.
Analysis: Adarabioyo will be an option at center-back, but this time, manager Liam Rosenior has opted to start Wesley Fofana and Mamadou Sarr at the position. Adarabioyo should see regular playing time going forward as long as he stays fit.
Trains fully Wednesday
Adarabioyo (hamstring) trained fully with the team Wednesday and will be a late call for Friday's clash against Hull City, coach Liam Rosenior said in the press conference, according to Bobby Vincent from Football London. "Tosin trained fully for the first time today [Wednesday], so it might come a little bit too soon. But we'll make that judgement tomorrow with the medical team."
Analysis: Adarabioyo has missed the last six games in all competitions with a hamstring issue but he is close to full fitness after returning to full team training Wednesday and will be a late decision for Friday's matchup against Hull City. The center-back has mostly operated as a depth piece for the Blues this season and that role is not expected to shift under new coach Liam Rosenior.
Remains out
Adarabioyo (hamstring) is out for Tuesday's match against Leeds United.
Analysis: Adarabioyo was training this week and was looking to be an option Tuesday, but is still not in the call, with the training appearing not to be enough to play. This extends his absence to six games, although after the close call, he could be an option when facing Hull City on Friday.
Trains, could be option
Adarabioyo (hamstring) has trained with his teammates and is an option for Tuesday's match against Leeds United, according to manager Liam Rosenior. "Tosin is looking good, he trained today, and it's great to have him in and around the group."
Analysis: Adarabioyo was only training the past week individually, but after joining his teammates on Monday, he appears to be an option for Tuesday. This comes after five games out for the defender, last playing Jan. 17. He started in three straight games before his injury, but has only started in around half of his appearances on the team sheet this season, likely a bench option immediately after the injury.
Trains individually
Adarabioyo (hamstring) is training individually, according to manager Liam Rosenior. "Tosin was back out on the pitch today doing his individual rehab."
Analysis: Adarabioyo is seeing some progress in his return from a hamstring injury, with the defender back in training, although only working individually. He has already missed three games, so this is positive for the club, potentially returning in the next week or two. He started in the three games before his injury, so they will await him being an option.
Out next few weeks
Adarabioyo (hamstring) is out for the next few weeks, according to manager Liam Rosenior, per Bobby Vincent of Football London. "Unfortunately for Tosin, there's something in his hamstring that is going to rule him out for the next few weeks."
Analysis: Adarabioyo was already deemed to have suffered a hamstring injury, but has now had a timeline put in place, with the defender set to miss a few weeks. This is a tough loss after three straight starts for the defender, likely opening up a spot for Wesley Fofana to return to the starting XI. Adarabioyo will look to return come the start of February, likely around the second week, missing their final two UCL games.
Suffers hamstring issue
Adarabioyo was forced off as a precaution in the 58th minute of Saturday's 2-0 win against Brentford due to a hamstring issue, coach Liam Rosenior said in a press conference. "I think it's precautionary at the moment; he said he felt something in his hamstring. I don't know if it's serious, I don't know if it's not. He said it felt better afterwards, but at the moment, I've got a really, really good bench that I trust and Wes (Fofana) is an outstanding player and I brought him on to help the team."
Analysis: Adarabioyo couldn't make it to the hour-mark in Saturday's win against the Bees since he felt something in his hamstring and was forced off the pitch. The center-back will likely be assessed in the coming days to know the extend of that issue. Adarabioyo was in the starting squad in the last three games across all competitions for the Blues, therefore if his issue reveals to be an important one, Wesley Fofana could be set to replace him in the starting XI until he returns.
Defensive stalwart
Adarabioyo registered six tackles (two won) and four clearances in Saturday's 2-0 victory over Burnley.
Analysis: The center back was on fire in this match, turning away Burnley's attackers with six tackles and four clearances. He's going to be busy again Tuesday against Barcelona in UCL play, as the Spanish side has 48 goals in 17 combined La Liga and UCL matches.
Returns to bench Saturday
Adarabioyo (calf) is on the bench for Saturday's clash against Nottingham Forest.
Analysis: Adarabioyo has recovered from the calf injury that made him miss the last three games across all competitions and is now back available for Saturday's game against Forest. The center-back will return to the matchday squad but is starting on the bench. He had been a regular starter before the injury and may work his way back into the XI over the next few fixtures.
Back available Saturday
Adarabioyo (calf) is back available for Saturday's clash against Nottingham Forest, coach Enzo Maresca said in the press conference, according to Football London.
Analysis: Adarabioyo has recovered from the calf injury that made him miss the last three games across all competitions and is now back available for Saturday's game against Forest. The center-back has started the season as a regular starter and will be in contention for a starting role in upcoming fixtures.
Out until break
Adarabioyo (calf) is out until the international break, per manager Enzo Maresca."We have Tosin injured and will probably be out until international break. He has a small problem in his calf. Wes Fofana had concussion against Lincoln, and the rest are okay. Romeo and Benoit are better. We will see if they can join us tomorrow."
Analysis: Adarabioyo will be out until the international break with a calf injury, a double-blow as Wesley Fofana was also listed among the injured, this time with a concussion. That should bring Josh Acheampong into the starting XI alongside Trevoh Chalobah. Adarabioyo has been a consistent starter to open the season and should return to a major role after the break. Benoit Badiashile is also reportedly fit and could return.
Another start, ends August strong
Adarabioyo had two tackles (zero won), six clearances and three interceptions in Saturday's 2-0 victory over Fulham.
Analysis: For the 2024-25 Chelsea season, its last games' center-back pairing includes Levi Colwill (knee) and Adarabioyo. Before the 2025-26 Premier League, Colwill underwent ACL surgery. So now that Adarabioyo is healthy, Chelsea's primary center-backs will likely still include him, alongside Trevoh Chalobah. The former's August stats, enhanced by back-to-back wins, includes 12 clearances and two tackles won.
Available against West Ham
Adarabioyo (undisclosed) is available for Friday's clash against West Ham United, coach Enzo Maresca said in the press conference, according to Football London. "Tosin is available for tomorrow."
Analysis: Adarabioyo has returned to team training and is back available for Friday's clash against the Hammers. The defender missed the season opener against Crystal Palace on Sunday due to a minor injury but was back in team training this week and is now recovered from that issue. Adarabioyo is set for an important role with the Blues this season and could return directly into the starting squad in central defense on Friday.
Suffers minor injury
Adarabioyo (undisclosed) needs some days off before being assessed for the upcoming clash against West Ham on Friday after suffering a minor injury that ruled him out for the season opener against Crystal Palace on Sunday, coach Enzo Maresca said in a press conference. "There is a small injury, he needs some days off, then we will see for the next game."
Analysis: Adarabioyo will be assessed in the coming days after taking a knock in Saturday's training that caused a minor injury according to his coach. He will likely be a late call for Friday's clash against the Hammers. If the defender is forced to miss the game, Josh Acheampong and Trevoh Chalobah are expected to form the central defensive pair.
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