With Chelsea FC coming off a 3-1 win against Manchester City, they will be looking to keep the positive momentum rolling. It was an important result, and the most important fixture of last weekend, but it was of also darkened by an ugly skirmish, which saw Sergio Kun Aguero suspended, and some interesting comments from Gary Cahill.
Credit David Luiz though for taking the high road in reaction to the Aguero incident.
Chelsea is on top of the table by just three points, and they will want to widen the gap even further by beating West Bromwich Albion at Stamford Bridge on Sunday; provided City, Liverpool and Arsenal drop points too.
This won’t be easy however with West Brom riding an undefeated their last five league game streak. This means that Chelsea will need to bring their A-Game if they want to emerge with three points.
(Editor’s Note: the following Chelsea FC starting XI prediction is by Caleb Thompson)
Injuries are also a concern for Antonio Conte in this upcoming game.
With Nemanja Matic and Diego Costa battling muscle injuries, and Pedro also dealing with an ankle injury, guys like Willian, Michy Batshuayi and Cesc Fabregas will have to step up to the plate.
This will certainly see a shake up in the team for sure, but the three substitute players are all of a high calibre and can produce wonderful results when called upon.
Bet365 Odds:
Chelsea FC : 2/7
Draw: 15/1
West Bromwich Albion: 12/1
So without further ado, here is The Sports Bank’s Chelsea FC starting XI prediction for the upcoming game against West Bromwich Albion:
Goalkeeper: Thibaut Courtois
Defenders: Gary Cahill (CB), Cesar Azpilicueta (CB), David Luiz (CB)
Midfielders: Marcos Alonso (LM), N’Golo Kante (CM), Cesc Fabregas (CM), Victor Moses (RM)
Forwards: Eden Hazard (LW), Michy Batshuayi (ST), Willian (RW)
Match Prediction: 2-0 Chelsea win
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