Chelsea is set to face Liverpool in a highly anticipated Premier League match following the international break, with both teams gearing up for a tough showdown at Anfield. The Blues, under Enzo Maresca’s management, have been performing well on the road this season, remaining unbeaten in away games so far. However, a visit to Liverpool’s home ground is expected to pose a significant challenge for Chelsea.
As they head into the match, Chelsea occupies the fourth position in the league table with 14 points from their first seven matches. The team has only suffered one defeat in the ongoing campaign, which came against defending champions Manchester City in their season opener. One of Chelsea’s key players, Reece James, has been struggling with fitness issues, preventing him from featuring in any matches for the club this season. Although he recently returned to team training after a pre-season injury, it is unlikely that he will be ready to play against Liverpool.
Apart from James, Omari Kellyman remains unavailable for selection due to an injury setback, further testing Maresca’s squad depth. On the Liverpool side, the team led by Arne Slot is currently sitting at the top of the league standings, ahead of both Manchester City and Arsenal. However, the Reds have been dealing with their own injury concerns, with goalkeeper Alisson facing a six-week spell on the sidelines due to a hamstring injury sustained during a previous match.
Additionally, Alexis Mac Allister picked up an injury but is expected to be fit for the upcoming clash against Chelsea after joining Argentina’s national team for international duty. Federico Chiesa is another player who might make a return for Liverpool, having not featured for Italy during the break. With both teams aiming to secure a positive result in this important fixture, the stage is set for an exciting showdown between two top Premier League sides at Anfield.