In a highly anticipated Premier League match, Liverpool, the league leader, faces its closest rival Chelsea in a showdown that could have significant implications for the title race. José Mourinho, anticipating the Champions League semi-final return leg against Atletico Madrid, has opted to rotate his squad.
Unfortunately for Chelsea, Samuel Eto’o remains sidelined due to a knee injury. However, three African players are included in Chelsea’s starting lineup: Mohamed Salah from Egypt, Demba Ba from Senegal, and Obi Mikel from Nigeria, who features in midfield.
The lineups for both teams are as follows:
Chelsea: Schwarzer – Azpilicueta, Ivanovic, Kalas, Cole – Matic, Mikel, Lampard – Salah, Ba, Schürrle
Liverpool: Mignolet – Johnson, Škrtel, Sakho, Flanagan – Gerrard, Allen, Lucas – Sterling, Suarez, Coutinho
With both teams fielding strong lineups, the match promises to be a thrilling encounter with significant stakes in the title race.
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