Carabao Cup Final: Chelsea vs Liverpool: Predicted lineup, injury news, head-to-head, telecast

Published at :February 25, 2024 at 3:40 PM

Modified at :February 25, 2024 at 3:40 PM

The Reds looking for the first trophy in the send-off for Jurgen Klopp

This weekend, English football giants Chelsea and Liverpool clash in the Carabao Cup final. Despite a challenging season for Chelsea, Mauricio Pochettino eyes a prized trophy to mark their resurgence. Chelsea last lifted the Carabao Cup in 2015, facing two final defeats on penalties since.

Liverpool, with the most Carabao Cup victories, seeks a record tenth triumph. Jurgen Klopp aims for a farewell trophy haul at Anfield, with potential wins in the Premier League, FA Cup, or Europa League. Winning at Wembley becomes pivotal for a memorable departure.

Kick-Off:

Sunday, 25 February 2024 at 4:00 PM BST (8:30 PM IST)

Location: Wembley Stadium

Form:

Chelsea (in all competitions): L-L-W-W-D

Liverpool (in all competitions): W-L-W-W-W

Players to watch out

Mohamed Salah (Liverpool)

Liverpool received a significant boost this season with the return of the forward from injury, aiding their quest for a league victory. Despite being absent for a considerable period due to international duties and an injury setback, Mohamed Salah has emerged as the team’s top goal-scorer. This season, he has showcased remarkable performance, registering 19 goals and 9 assists in 28 appearances across various competitions. In his comeback game against Brentford, he secured the third goal.

Cole Palmer (Chelsea)

Palmer began his Blues tenure impressively, he stands out as one of Chelsea’s most successful acquisitions in recent years. He has emerged as the team’s leading scorer with 12 goals and 8 assists in 29 matches. Beyond his role in creating opportunities, he also demonstrates proficiency in goal-scoring. He would aspire to guide Chelsea to the EFL Cup trophy this season, leveraging his vision and scoring abilities.

Match facts:

Between 2020 and now, Chelsea and Liverpool have played 12 times. Liverpool won five, Chelsea won twice, and five matches ended in draws.
Liverpool emerged victorious against Chelsea in the penalty shootout during the EFL Cup final at Wembley Stadium in the 2021-22 season.
In the most recent five EFL Cup competitions, both Liverpool and Chelsea secured victory in two matches each, with one game ending in a draw.

Injury & team news for Chelsea vs Liverpool:

Carney Chukwuemeka will play for Chelsea, who will be without Benoit Badiashile and Reece James at Wembley. Robert Sanchez is expected to return but may not replace Djordje Petrovic in goal. Injury absentees include Romeo Lavia, Marc Cucurella, and Wesley Fofana. Christopher Nkunku might start on the bench for Chelsea.

Liverpool faces several injury concerns, with Darwin Nunez, Alisson Becker, and Dominik Szoboszlai. Klopp’s squad also misses Diogo Jota, Curtis Jones, Trent Alexander-Arnold, Thiago Alcantara, and Joel Matip due to injuries.

Head to Head

Total matches – 195

Chelsea wins – 65

Liverpool wins – 84

Draws – 46

Predicted lineup for Chelsea vs Liverpool:

Chelsea predicted lineup

Petrovic; Gusto, Disasi, Colwill, Chilwell; Caicedo, Fernandez; Palmer, Gallagher, Sterling; Jackson

Liverpool predicted lineup

Kelleher; Gomez, Konate, Van Dijk, Robertson; Mac Allister, Endo, Gravenberch; Salah, Gakpo, Diaz

Match prediction for Chelsea vs Liverpool:

With just two losses in the Premier League this season and unbeaten in the Carabao Cup and FA Cup, Liverpool presents a formidable challenge for Chelsea. Despite Chelsea’s strong performances in significant matches, inconsistency raises concerns. However, injuries to Liverpool may favour Pochettino’s team in the final. Anticipate a thrilling match with potential for goals and drama.

Prediction: Chelsea 1-2 Liverpool

Telecast

India – Fancode

UK – Sky Sports

US – ESPN+

Nigeria – Supersport Africa

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