Chelsea has received two injury boosts: one from Liverpool and one from their own team. The first was that Captain Reece James, who has been injured for a long time, is returning to training for the first time this season.
For manager Enzo Maresca, James’ return is huge because it allows him to rotate the lineup by using the versatile Malo Gusto at left-back. James serves as the team’s captain as well, and it’s always advantageous to have your captain available for important matches.
Additionally, according to the Liverpool Echo, Ryan Gravenberch and Cody Gakpo, two of Liverpool’s star players, were “taken out” of the game because of injuries sustained while playing for their country. When they return to Liverpool’s training facility later this week, before this weekend’s match, their health will be evaluated. Specifically, Gravenberch has grown to be a very significant player since the
The Reds have adjusted to life under new manager Arne Slot quite well, but because the Blues haven’t lost since the first day of the Premier League season, there’s a feeling that their forthcoming matchup with Chelsea will try their mental fortitude.
Chelsea wants to play in the Champions League.
Under Maresca, Chelsea has gotten off to a fantastic start, and the team believes they can overcome the setbacks of the previous two seasons and contend for the championship. But somewhere like Anfield, they’ll have to create an impression.
Prior to the international break, they did experience a little setback when Nottingham Forest held them to a 1-1 draw despite being shorthanded by one player. However, such outcomes are to be expected from a team that is still figuring out how to achieve steady success. Chelsea will arrive at Anfield with resources they haven’t had in the last two seasons since Maresca will have the entire squad accessible.
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