Chelsea vs Brighton: Injury Woes & Maresca Under Pressure! 🔥
Chelsea are set to face Brighton at Stamford Bridge this weekend in a Premier League clash that's already generating buzz. However, the Blues are facing an injury crisis, leaving manager Enzo Maresca with a selection headache. Key players like Cole Palmer, Wesley Fofana, and Tosin Adarabioyo are sidelined until after the international break.
Injury Updates: Who's Out for Chelsea?
Palmer is dealing with a persistent groin injury, and the club is hesitant to opt for surgery. Tosin has a calf issue, while Fofana is observing concussion protocol after a clash in the Carabao Cup. On a brighter note, Josh Acheampong is back in contention after recovering from illness.
Brighton's Former Blues
The match also sees several Chelsea players facing their former club, including Joao Pedro, Moises Caicedo, and Marc Cucurella. Goalkeeper Robert Sanchez returns from a one-game ban.
Maresca Under Pressure?
Chelsea's form has been mixed, and Maresca is desperate for a win after going winless in their previous two league matches. Football pundit Paul Merson believes this is a must-win game for Chelsea and that Maresca could face pressure if they fail to secure all three points. Merson predicts a narrow 2-1 victory for Chelsea, citing that this Brighton team isn't as strong as previous iterations.
Key absences will force tactical changes, and the pressure is on Maresca to deliver a positive result at Stamford Bridge. Will Chelsea overcome their injury woes and secure a crucial victory? All eyes will be on Saturday's match!
- Cole Palmer - Groin Injury
- Wesley Fofana - Concussion Protocol
- Tosin Adarabioyo - Calf Issue
- Liam Delap - Hamstring Injury (Out until December)
- Levi Colwill - Out for the major
