Premier Leauge’s first four candidates, Chelsea and Liverpool, are due to meet at Anfield on Thursday. Both sides have a chance to move up the standings if they manage to win three points. The Blues come in fifth place with 44 points, while Liverpool are one place behind with 43 points, after breaking the streak of four consecutive defeats in the championship. Chelsea have been unbeaten under coach Thomas Tuchel since their arrival and are looking for another great result on the road here. American star Christian Pulisic is once again on the visitors’ bench.
Here’s how you can watch the match and what to know:
Viewing information
- Meeting: Thursday, March 4
- Time: 3:15 pm Eastern Time
- Localization: Anfield – Liverpool, England
- TV: None
- Live broadcast: Peacock
- Chances: Liverpool +125; Draw +255; Chelsea +210 (via William Hill Sportsbook)
Storylines
Chelsea: The star Thiago Silva returned to training on Tuesday afternoon, recovering from a thigh injury against Tottenham. Time will tell if he gets the start, but he can be a big boost in defense for the Blues, who have been playing very defensively. Chelsea have not conceded a goal in 247 minutes, suffering only twice in the last nine matches.
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Liverpool: The Reds have just won a 2-0 win over Sheffield United, but it hasn’t been that impressive yet. All eyes will be on whether the famous goalkeeper Alisson plays, and what is expected of him. The Brazilian, unfortunately, lost his father last week after drowning while swimming. Alisson was released on Sunday for compassionate reasons and should be available, Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp said on Tuesday. Fabinho must also be available after a muscle injury prevented him from four games. Diogo Jota was also expected to join the team for the first time since December 9, due to a knee injury, but he is ill and is out.
Prediction
Pulisic starts, delivers and the Blues win a solid tie on the road. To choose: Liverpool 1, Chelsea 1