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Chelsea XI vs Liverpool: Predicted 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 9:57 AM
Chelsea XI vs Liverpool: Predicted lineup, confirmed team news, injury latest for Carabao Cup today
Key Things to Know
  • Chelsea face Liverpool in the Carabao Cup fourth round without striker Joao Pedro due to a thigh injury.
  • Cole Palmer will miss the match as he serves a one-match suspension following his sending off against Tottenham.
  • Manager Xabi Alonso confirmed Danny Welbeck and Estevao are in the squad and expected to start.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso faces several lineup changes ahead of their Carabao Cup fourth-round clash against Liverpool at Anfield. Forward Joao Pedro remains sidelined with a thigh injury that will keep him out for several weeks, while Cole Palmer serves a one-match suspension following a red card against Tottenham.

Danny Welbeck and Estevao are included in the squad and are expected to start in attack, with Morgan Rogers dropping into a deeper attacking role. Goalkeeper Mike Penders is set to retain his starting spot, while captain Reece James, Emi Martinez, and Jamie Gittens remain out with injuries.

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