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Paul Merson predicts the score between Liverpool and Chelsea in the Premier League.
Paul Merson has projected the score for Liverpool’s forthcoming match against Chelsea at Anfield.
Chelsea travels to Liverpool on Sunday afternoon for an interesting Premier League meeting between two teams that have started the season well.
The Blues entered the October international break fourth in the league table after seven games, indicating a promising start for Enzo Maresca as new head coach. However, they are now prepared to play Liverpool, who are now at the top of the division and are led by Arne Slot.
During a recent interview with Stadium Astro, Maresca stated that Chelsea would strive to play football when they face Liverpool.
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Paul Merson predicts Liverpool versus Chelsea.
When predicting Liverpool’s match against Chelsea this weekend, Paul Merson is unable to distinguish between the two teams.
“Since their opening-weekend defeat to Manchester City, Chelsea have improved. So this is the actual exam. I expect goals in this game. I only worry about Chelsea because they are playing at Anfield. “When Liverpool closes teams down at Anfield, they suffocate you,” Merson told Sportskeeda.
“I believe Virgil van Dijk can manage Nicolas Jackson. If Chelsea manages to beat Liverpool’s press, they can score. However, the Blues still face a significant challenge. If Liverpool wins, they will appear like serious competitors. If Chelsea wins at Liverpool, we’ll all be saying, “Wow, this is good.”
“Chelsea must show that they are not flat track bullies and start producing results against the big boys. Liverpool has two outstanding South American players: Alexis MacAllister and Luis Diaz. If they don’t both play on Sunday, Chelsea will have the advantage. Despite their lengthy flight over the international break, they have an extra day to rest, unlike last month versus Forest.
“This game may go any way because Chelsea is performing well. I’m going with a draw because I think Chelsea can beat the press and cause Liverpool some trouble.
“Prediction: Liverpool 2-2 Chelsea.”
Expect goals at Anfield.
Based on Chelsea’s recent trend, we predict another goal fest this weekend in Liverpool.
Chelsea’s seven league matches this season have resulted in 24 goals. They’ve scored 16 goals with an eye-catching attack, but they’ve conceded eight with a defense that’s still gelling and looking for consistency.
Every Blues game this season has had a sense of turmoil and unpredictability, making it an exciting visit to the league leaders.
The Blues will be missing defenders Wesley Fofana and Marc Cucurella on Sunday because of suspension. As a result, we believe Tosin Adarabioyo and Renato Veiga will join the XI to form a new-look backline.
Chelsea left-back Veiga, 21, has been outstanding since his summer arrival. However, he may now face the daunting prospect of directly competing with Liverpool superstar Mohamed Salah.