The Blues are presently two points behind leaders Liverpool , who have a game in hand. They can temporarily go to the top of the table before the Reds face Tottenham Hotspur on the road this evening.

Formation: 4-2-3-1

Predicted Line-up:

Robert Sanchez is the Blues' undisputed goalkeeper in the Premier League and he is expected to return after his rest in the Conference League in midweek.

Malo Gusto is set to continue at right-back with Reece James injured. With Wesley Fofana and Benoit Badiashile sidelined, Tosin Adarabioyo should partner Levi Colwill in central defence.

Marc Cucurella 's needless suspension last weekend means that Renato Veiga will occupy the left-back position at Goodison.

In midfield, Moises Caicedo and Enzo Fernandez should be automatic starters. Romeo Lavia remains doubtful with injury.

Noni Madueke was a starter against Shamrock Rovers in midweek. This probably puts him out of contention to start today.

Pedro Neto is poised to get the nod on the right wing with Jadon Sancho on the left. Cole Palmer will start in the no.10 role as usual.

Nicolas Jackson is expected to lead the attack for the Blues despite Marc Guiu bagging a hat-trick in the midweek win in Europe.

Predicted Chelsea line-up (4-2-3-1): Sanchez; Gusto, Adarabioyo, Colwill, Veiga; Caicedo, Fernandez; Neto, Palmer, Sancho; Jackson.

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