Chelsea, in 10th place, travels to Anfield to play Liverpool, who are just above them in 9th place, in what is typically a game of high drama at the top of the league. The two teams haven’t faced off since last season’s four thrilling games in the league, Carabao Cup, and FA Cup....CONTINUE READING THE FULL ARTICLE>>>
Liverpool defeated Wolves in the rematch of their FA Cup third-round match, snapping a streak of three games in all categories without a victory.
Darwin Nunez might play again after missing the last two contests. Last weekend, Chelsea defeated Crystal Palace in the Premier League after losing three straight games overall. Mykhailo Mudryk, a recent acquisition, is working out with the Blues and might make his Chelsea debut against Liverpool.
Following his dismissal against Fulham the previous week, Joao Felix will continue to be sidelined. Both teams are much below par, but we can anticipate a competitive match at Anfield that both managers will be eager to win.
The starting xi that could give Liverpool the win against Chelsea.
Goalkeeper: Alisson Becker.
Defenders: I. Konate, Robertson, J. Matip and Alexander-Arnold.
Midfielders: Henderson, Fabinho and Thiago.
Forwards: Mohamed Salah, Darwin Nunez and Gakpo.
The following players will not play against Chelsea: Virgil van Dijk, Diogo Jota, Arthur, and Luis Diaz. Konstantinos Tsimikas is questionable for the contest after suffering an injury against Wolves, although Andrew Robertson will probably start despite having been rested. Harvey Elliott may start on the bench against Chelsea after scoring the game-winning goal and winning man of the match award at Wolves.
