Real Betis forward Antony and several of his team-mates have expressed concerns ahead of Wednesday's crucial clash with Chelsea.

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• Betis to face Chelsea in Poland
• Brazilian not happy with pitch
• Rain forecast ahead of kick off

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  WHAT HAPPENED?

  Chelsea and Real Betis will face off in the final of the Conference League on Wednesday, with the game taking place at the Stadion Miejski in Wroclaw, Poland. Both teams have trained on the pitch ahead of the showdown and Betis players weren't too happy with the condition of the turf, according to ABC.

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  Antony complained he was getting too much grass stuck to his boots during the training session and felt the ball bounced unevenly. The Manchester United loanee is said to be worried the bounce will slow him down and affect his quality on the ball. The Brazilian is expected to play a key role for Betis in the match after starring for Manuel Pellegrini's side following his winter move on loan from Manchester United.

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  There could be more problems for Antony and Co on matchday. Rain is forecast at the stadium ahead of the game which could make conditions worse.

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  Antony is due to return to Manchester United after the final when his loan expires, although Betis are hoping to keep hold of the Brazilian.

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