With Christmas rapidly approaching, we’ve spoken to a number of Chelsea players across our men’s and women’s teams to find out about their favourite holiday memories as we count down to the big day.
Continuing our special campaign, we caught up with Maren Mjelde who highlighted what makes the festive season so special for her, while also issuing an exclusive Christmas message to Chelsea fans all around the globe.
Over to you, Maren…
‘I was always excited, and I still am really excited about Christmas,’ the defender explains.
‘I remember as a kid celebrating Christmas Eve, which we do in Norway, so the whole day is full of expectation for the dinner in the evening and all the presents. It gives me so many good memories.
‘Family and Christmas is the best time for me. To spend Christmas with my family is probably the best time of the year because I don’t get to see them often.
‘Having the chance to be at my childhood home with my mum and dad, my brothers, their families, my nephews – it’s the best time of the year.’
Mjelde’s Christmas message
Before signing off, Mjelde wished supporters celebrating around the world a very Merry Christmas and delivered the following message…
‘I hope the fans have a great Christmas,’ Mjelde said.
‘They deserve it. Enjoy it with family, friends and close ones because it’s a really special time. I hope everyone has a great Christmas this year!’