Cesar Azpilicueta says that critics should realise that it is a mistake to write off Chelsea prematurely.

Despite an indifferent season under Maurizio Sarri, the Blues are in line to finish fourth in the Premier League and win the Europa League.

As they prepare for their semi final first leg against Eintracht Frankfurt, Azpilicueta spoke about how the team has proved many critics wrong over the years.

Azpilicueta said to reporters: "No one should write us off. We have shown this through the years.

"I remember when we finished 10th (in 2016) and everyone was saying we wouldn't challenge for the League anymore. The next year we won it.

"The thing you have to say about this club is that it shows character and we never give up. I'm convinced that will remain the case."