Chelsea host Sheffield United this Saturday afternoon (4 p.m.) at Stamford Bridge as part of the 17th day of the Premier League. Discover the probable compositions!
Chelsea has been going through a difficult period since last season despite the optimism generated by the arrival of Mauricio Pochettino and new investments in the transfer market.
The London team does not meet expectations, currently in 12th place in the Premier League.
Their chances of participating in a European competition next year are seriously compromised, already 11 points behind 5th place. Slowing down, they have only won 1 of their last 5 league games, with 1 draw and 3 defeats.
During the last 2 days, Chelsea lost against Manchester United (2-1) et Everton (2-0).
Sheffield United struggling to return to the top flight, currently occupying last place in the Premier League with just 8 points from 16 games.
Despite this difficult start, the red lantern is only 5 points behind the non-relegation leader. Last weekend, the Blades regained some confidence by securing a crucial home victory against Brentford (1-0).
This saving victory comes after a series of 3 consecutive defeats against Bournemouth, Burnley et Liverpool.
The workforce available for this Chelsea – Sheffield
The Chelsea coach must face several important absences for this meeting.
The infirmary has the defender Breathingthe lateral Chilwellyoung talents Chukwuemeka et Ugochukwuas well as replacement Chalobah.
They are joined by the number one goalkeeper Sanchez and the right lateral crucial Jameswho is expected to miss the next three months.
Participations of summer recruits Street et Nkunkuas well as the former Lyonnais Malo wantremain uncertain.
Waiting on the bench last weekend, the attackers Sterling (5 goals in PL) and Jackson (6 goals in PL) could find a starting place alongside the very promising Palmer (5 goals and 2 assists in PL).
On the Sheffield United side, the defenders Baldock, Egan, Basham et Norrington-Daviesthe midfielder Daviesas well as the replacement attackers Jebbison et Brewster are all absent.
Additionally, the Scottish striker McBurnie (2 goals in 8 PL matches) is still suspended.
The good news comes from the mid-frame suspension return Norwood. Currently bottom, Sheffield United have the worst attack and the worst defense in the championship.
The probable compositions…
- Chelsea’s probable line-up: Petrovic – Disasi, Silva, Badiashile, Colwill – Sterling, Caceido, Fernandez, Caceido, Palmer – Jackson
- La composition probable de Sheffield : Foderingham – Bogle, Ahmedhodzic, Trusty, Lowe – Souza, Norwood, Hamer – Archer, Mburnie, Mcatee
Chelsea aim to regain their positive momentum, while Sheffield United aspire to move closer to teams outside the relegation zone.
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2023-12-16 10:23:00
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