Chelsea return after the international break with a daunting trip to Liverpool in the Premier League, which is a fascinating match up between two strong starters to the season.
So far, the Blues have found an early rhythm under a new manager. Enzo Maresca’s side sit fourth in the division table after seven games, which has raised the excitement and expectation around Stamford Bridge.
Similarly, Liverpool are under new management in the shape of Arne Slot, and they currently sit at the at the top of the pile.
Speaking via Stadium Astro before the weekend’s meeting, Maresca insisted Chelsea will play their football brand away at Liverpool.
Jeff Stelling predicts Liverpool vs Chelsea
Jeff Stelling has made his score prediction ahead of Chelsea’s trip to Anfield on Sunday to play Premier League leaders Liverpool. Interestingly, he’s tipped a score draw between the league rivals.
“Top of the table against the side in fourth place, and that’s surprised a few people after their poor pre-season,” Stelling told talkSPORT.
“Top of the table against the side in fourth place, and that’s surprised a few people after their poor pre-season.Liverpool have an array of attacking talent, but their success so far this campaign has been built on their rock solid defence, with only two league goals conceded and five clean sheets in their seven games.
“That said, Cole Palmer has been criticised for his performances in the Nations League for England, and he will be looking to bounce back. He’s a brilliant player. He’s capable of scoring on any occasion.
“Five of the last six league meetings have finished all square. History might just repeat itself. I’m going to go Liverpool 1-1 Chelsea.”
Chelsea attack vs Liverpool defence
Chelsea have been extremely free-scoring in the opening months of the season, so they should feel confident of netting several goals per game. In particular, they’ve excelled on the road this campaign.
The Blues have won all three away matches in the league to date, beating West Ham (0-3), Bournemouth (0-1) and Wolverhampton Wanderers (2-6).
However, Chelsea are now preparing to face a Liverpool outfit with the best defensive record, conceding just two goals in seven league games.
It’s worth adding that the Reds have just lost first-choice goalkeeper Alisson Becker for a spell due to a hamstring injury, but there’s still an incredibly tough backline in front of back-up gloveman Caoimhin Kelleher to crack.
If Chelsea can pick up a positive result away at Liverpool in a few days time, it’ll send out a real statement to the teams around them.
