Chelsea welcome league leaders Liverpool to Stamford Bridge on Saturday with their confidence restored after a crucial midweek victory.
A hard-fought 1-0 win over Benfica in the Champions League provided a vital boost for Enzo Maresca’s side. They will now be looking to translate that European success into their domestic form and get their Premier League campaign back on track.
Maresca must rally a squad still decimated by injury and suspension for the visit of the reigning champions. The Blues do, however, have a strong unbeaten home record to protect. Therefore, a positive result is vital to build on their midweek win and prove they can still compete with the league’s best despite their depleted numbers.
Chelsea vs Liverpool – Predicted lineup and team news
Chelsea team news
Enzo Maresca has confirmed he is dealing with a major injury crisis, with as many as ‘seven or eight’ players unavailable. The defence is particularly hard-hit, with Levi Colwill and Wesley Fofana injured, and Trevoh Chalobah now suspended. Benoît Badiashile is therefore expected to partner Josh Acheampong at the back.
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The manager is also without key attacker Cole Palmer. Consequently, the creative burden will fall on Enzo Fernández, while Moisés Caicedo, the league’s leading tackler, will be vital against his former rivals.
Chelsea predicted Lineup
Chelsea predicted XI: Sanchez; James, Acheampong, Badiashile, Cucurella; Fernandez, Caicedo; Estevao, Buonanotte, Neto; Pedro
When is Chelsea vs Liverpool?
The Premier League fixture will be played at Stamford Bridge on Saturday, 4 October 2025, with kick-off scheduled for 5:30 pm BST.
How to watch Chelsea vs Liverpool?
The match will be broadcast live on Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports Premier League, with coverage from 5:00 pm BST.
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