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Chelsea vs Everton Predicted Lineups & Team News for October 17

Last Word on Football brings you the Chelsea vs Everton predicted lineups for their Premier League clash. The early Saturday kick-off will emanate from the Hill Dickinson with the Toffees aiming to continue a good run of form at home…

Published: Friday, 16 October 2026 at 4:00 PM
Chelsea vs Everton Predicted Lineups & Team News for October 17
Key Things to Know
  • Chelsea and Everton meet on October 17 tied on points in pursuit of Champions League spots.
  • Reece James is sidelined for Chelsea following knee surgery, alongside Jamie Gittens and Emmanuel Emegha.
  • Everton manager David Moyes faces late selection decisions regarding defenders Vitalii Mykolenko and Jarrad Branthwaite.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Chelsea face Everton in an early Saturday Premier League clash on October 17, with both sides tied on points and targeting Champions League spots. Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso faces three absences, including Reece James following knee surgery, Jamie Gittens, and Emmanuel Emegha. Chelsea enter the fixture following a 5-1 win over Bournemouth.

Everton manager David Moyes faces late fitness decisions over defenders Vitalii Mykolenko and Jarrad Branthwaite. Last Word on Football notes that Chelsea have historically struggled in away matches against Everton, projecting a challenging contest for Alonso's side against Everton's physical approach.

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