ChelseaTeam·Chelsea midfielder Moises CaicedoPlayer·Moises Caicedo has extended his heartfelt thanks to the dedicated supporters in Hong KongVenue·Hong Kong, whose passionate reception during the club's pre-season tour made the team feel profoundly at home. The Ecuadorian international emphasized the significance of this connection, particularly given the geographical distance and time differences involved in following the Premier LeagueCompetition·Premier League.
"The people here have been great," Caicedo stated. "We feel like we are at home. Everyone here has been very kind. It's my first time here in Hong Kong and I feel it's like a home to me already. So for that, I want to say thank you to the fans. The way they support us with the time difference is incredible, it is not easy for them to watch in the Premier League. So we really appreciate them, because we feel and realise that the supporters here give everything for us."
Caicedo's gratitude comes as he continues to integrate fully into Xabi AlonsoCoach·Xabi Alonso's squad for the upcoming season, having joined the team in Hong KongVenue·Hong Kong after missing the initial leg of the pre-season tour in Australia. The midfielder is diligently working on his fitness in anticipation of the new campaign, which includes a scheduled match against JuventusTeam·Juventus in Hong KongVenue·Hong Kong.
Earlier in 2026, Caicedo reaffirmed his long-term commitment to ChelseaTeam·Chelsea by extending his contract until 2033, a move he believes signals a positive direction for both himself and the club. He has openly expressed his ambition to "become a legend" at Stamford Bridge, a sentiment reinforced by his consistent performances.
The 2025/26 Premier LeagueCompetition·Premier League season saw ChelseaTeam·Chelsea finish in 10th place, a campaign marked by periods of inconsistency for the team. Despite this, Caicedo was a pivotal figure, starting 32 out of 33 Premier LeagueCompetition·Premier League matches. His individual statistics underscored his importance, recording 87 tackles and 59 interceptions, alongside three goals in the league. Across all competitions, he made 51 appearances, scoring five goals in total, marking his highest tally in a single campaign for the Blues. His availability and tireless defensive presence were notable, ranking him third in the squad for total minutes played up to April 2026.
While his overall performance was strong, Caicedo acknowledged that team consistency was an issue. He also experienced some challenging moments, including a red card against ArsenalTeam·Arsenal, a second yellow card in a cup fixture that led to him missing a match against Manchester CityTeam·Manchester City, and conceding penalties against Bayern MunichTeam·Bayern Munich, AFC BournemouthTeam·AFC Bournemouth, and Leeds UnitedTeam·Leeds United. Demonstrating increased leadership, Caicedo captained ChelseaTeam·Chelsea on several occasions during the season and voiced his desire for midfield partner Enzo FernandezPlayer·Enzo Fernandez to remain with the club.
On the international stage, Caicedo represented EcuadorTeam·Ecuador at the 2026 World CupCompetition·World Cup, where his team exited in the Round of 32. Despite an initial expectation of a one-match suspension, FIFA granted amnesty, allowing him to participate in EcuadorTeam·Ecuador's opening World CupCompetition·World Cup fixture. As ChelseaTeam·Chelsea prepares for the new season, the unwavering support from fans like those in Hong KongVenue·Hong Kong provides a significant boost, reinforcing the global appeal and community spirit inherent in football.
Moises Caicedo playing for Chelsea F.C. during the Hong Kong Football Festival. Credit: Nexpher Images/IMAGO
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