Chelsea face an uphill battle within the Carabao Cup semi-final in opposition to Arsenal as they appear to overturn their 3-2 deficit from the primary leg after they go to the Emirates Stadium at 20:00 native time within the second leg of the cup.
The Blues got here again from 2-0 down in opposition to West Ham within the Premier League on the weekend, so that they do have a really current consequence to look again on as inspiration versus the Gunners.
Right here is how Liam Rosenior’s males may line-up within the derby.
Goalkeeper – Robert Sanchez is anticipated to maintain his place in between the sticks for the visiting celebration.
Defenders – Reece James didn’t begin in opposition to West Ham however is likely to be again within the beginning eleven at proper again in opposition to Arsenal, as may Marc Cucurella at left again having come off the bench within the earlier match.
Trevoh Chalobah is anticipated to be the central defender for Chelsea alongside Wesley Fofana, who additionally will re-enter the crew having been benched within the final outing.
A number of adjustments larger up
Midfielders – Andrey Santos may return to the beginning line-up and occupy the double pivot in midfield alongside Moises Caicedo, with Enzo Fernandez transferring barely larger up the pitch to take up a quantity 10 function.
Cole Palmer would possibly begin on the fitting wing as Estevao Willian has flown to Brazil for private causes, whereas Pedro Neto is likely to be employed down the left flank.
Ahead – £60 million summer season recruit Joao Pedro, who got here off the bench and scored in addition to assisted in opposition to West Ham, would possibly lead the road for Chelsea in opposition to Arsenal forward of Liam Delap.
Right here is how the Blues are more likely to look on paper.
