⁠Chelsea vs Barrow Predicted lineup, betting tips, odds, injury news, H2H, telecast | EFL Cup 2024-25

The Blues are starting to produce results under Enzo Maresca.

Chelsea are back to its brilliant best after starting the season in mixed form. Enzo Maresca has done a tremendous job so far and became the second manager after Pep Guardiola to register three consecutive away wins in the Premier League for the first time since 2016.

The Blues have always been the force in this EFL Cup competition and were close to lifting the trophy last season. Enzo Maresca will likely make some changes here to give the other players some minutes. 

Meanwhile, Barrow are currently leading the charts in EFL League Two after match day seven. They have collected 16 points from the opening seven matches with five wins, one draw, and one loss. 

Stephen Clemence will be happy with how his team is performing this season. They also played a thriller in round two against Derby County, clinching the victory in a penalty shootout after the initial score finished goalless. However, they now face a Chelsea side who will be favourites here. 

Kick-Off:

Tuesday, 24 September 2024 at 7:45 PM UK

Wednesday, 25 September 2024 at 12:15 AM IST

Location: Stamford Bridge

Form

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

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

Players to Watch

Christopher Nkunku (⁠Chelsea)

Christopher Nkunku has made quite an impression after playing some cameo roles for the team. It was his goal against Bournemouth which secured the three points for the team. Enzo Maresca has been delivering praise for him with the commitment and desire he is showing to start matches. Nkunku will likely be given the chance to impress here again with Maresca not afraid of rotating the squad. 

Gerard Garner (Barrow)

Gerard Garner has started the new season in brilliant form already scoring three goals for them. At 25 years old, he has already gained a lot of experience playing in League Two having already played for Fleetwood Town, Morecambe, and Gateshead FC. Last season was a good experience for him at Morecambe where he made 16 appearances netting six four goals and assisting another two. He will no doubt be aiming to make a mark against Chelsea to further solidify his place in the team. 

Match Facts

• Chelsea defeated West Ham by 3-0 in the last match
• Barrow defeated Derby County in the last round
• This will be the first meeting between these two sides after 1948

⁠Chelsea vs Barrow: Betting tips and odds

• Tip 1: Christopher Nkunku to score a goal
• Tip 2: Chelsea to win this game
• Tip 3: Match to end in goals over 3.5

Injury & Team News

Chelsea have three injury concerns in their squad. Malo Gusto, Omari Kellyman and Reece James are sidelined due to injuries at the moment. Also, Romeo Lavia remains a major doubt for participation in this EFL Cup match. Enzo Maresca is likely going to make some changes here to give rest to some of the players and also use his squad strength. 

As for Barrow, they have a full squad to choose from. It will be a big boost for them given the importance of this match. 

Head to Head

These two sides will be facing each other for the first time since 1948 when Chelsea secured a 5-0 win over Barrow.

Predicted Lineup

⁠Chelsea predicted lineup (4-2-3-1):

Jorgensen (GK); Acheapong, Disasi, Badiashile, Veiga; Dewsbury-Hall, Fernandez; Neto, Felix, Mudryk; Nkunku

Barrow predicted lineup (4-2-3-1):

Farman (GK); Feely, Vassell, Stokes, Jackson; Campbell, Foley; Kouyate, Spence, Newby; Garner

Match Prediction for ⁠Chelsea vs Barrow

The Blues have been in impressive form lately as they begin their tenure after coming close to lifting EFL Cup last time. Chelsea remain the favourite to win this match with the quality of the squad separating the two sides. They always seem to get the better of lower-league opponents. 

Prediction: ⁠Chelsea 4-0 Barrow

Telecast for ⁠Chelsea vs Barrow

India – FanCode

UK – Sky Sports Football

US –  Paramount+

Nigeria – Star Times App

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