FOLLOWING THE DRAW, RUDIGER SENDS CHELSEA A MESSAGE

Antonio Rudiger

Antonio Rudiger, a defender for Real Madrid, has expressed excitement about facing his previous team in the Champions League quarterfinal.

On Friday, the competition's final eight were determined by drawing.

And it has the defending champions, Real Madrid, taking against the Blues.

Rudiger will visit Stamford Bridge for the first time since his summer departure for Spain for the game.

"This will be very special - Can't wait to see so many friends again," Rudiger posted on social media.

Chelsea takes on Real Madrid in the premier competition in Europe for the third consecutive year.