FULL TIME
1-1
MATCH PREVIEW & MORE INFO
Chelsea possible starting lineup: Sanchez; Gusto, Fofana, Colwill, Cucurella; Caicedo, Fernandez; Madueke, Palmer, Pedro Neto; Jackson
Crystal Palace possible starting lineup: Henderson; Clyne, Guehi, Richards; Munoz, Wharton, Hughes, Mitchell; Kamada, Eze, Mateta
Match Preview
Chelsea's upcoming match against Crystal Palace comes at a crucial time for both teams, each dealing with their own set of challenges and expectations.
Chelsea, under new manager Enzo Maresca, have had a turbulent summer, spending around £200 million on new signings and seeing over 20 players leave the club. Despite this upheaval, Maresca has already shown his tactical prowess by leading Chelsea to a 6-2 victory over Wolverhampton Wanderers, with standout performances from Noni Madueke and Cole Palmer. However, their recent 2-1 loss to Servette in the Conference League has raised questions about the team's defensive capabilities.
On the other hand, Crystal Palace, managed by Oliver Glasner, have had a rocky start to their Premier League campaign, losing their first two games. Their early-season woes have been compounded by poor defending and some unfortunate moments, such as Eberechi Eze's disallowed goal and a close call with the crossbar against West Ham. However, their confidence received a boost with a 4-0 win over Norwich City in the EFL Cup, featuring impressive performances from Eze, Daichi Kamada, and Jean-Philippe Mateta.
Chelsea will be looking to continue their dominance over Palace, having won their last 14 meetings, while Palace will aim to avoid a third consecutive league defeat and build on their recent cup success. The match at Stamford Bridge promises to be a significant test for both teams as they seek to solidify their standing early in the season.