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Chelsea XI vs Liverpool: Starting lineup, confirmed team news, injury latest for Carabao Cup today

Blues without Joao Pedro for massive showdown at Anfield…

Published: Wednesday, 28 October 2026 at 6:52 PM
Chelsea XI vs Liverpool: Starting lineup, confirmed team news, injury latest for Carabao Cup today
Key Things to Know
  • Chelsea announced their starting lineup to face Liverpool in the Carabao Cup fourth round at Anfield.
  • Danny Welbeck starts up front as star striker Joao Pedro is sidelined for several weeks with a thigh injury.
  • Cole Palmer misses the fixture while serving a one-match suspension following a red card against Tottenham.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso has confirmed his starting lineup for Wednesday's Carabao Cup fourth-round clash against Liverpool at Anfield. Danny Welbeck leads the attack in place of the injured Joao Pedro, who is sidelined for several weeks with a thigh injury. Goalkeeper Mike Penders retains his starting spot despite a recent error, as first-choice keeper Emi Martinez continues to recover from a broken jaw.

Cole Palmer is unavailable due to a one-match suspension following his red card against Tottenham. The lineup features Moises Caicedo alongside Romeo Lavia in midfield, with Pedro Neto, Morgan Rogers, and Jordan Henderson providing attacking support.

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