Chelsea Faces Liverpool Without Suspended Players

Liverpool leads the Premier League table heading into their match against Chelsea, who will be missing key players Marc Cucurella and Wesley Fofana due to suspensions from accumulating yellow cards. Chelsea's recent draw against Nottingham Forest exposed their vulnerabilities as they struggled to break through Forest's defensive tactics despite controlling the game early on. Head coach Enzo Maresca expressed confidence in his squad's depth, stating that heavy rotation will help mitigate the absence of the suspended players. However, he acknowledged the challenges of facing a top team like Liverpool while feeling that Chelsea is not yet equipped to compete at that level. The upcoming match at Anfield on October 20 is crucial for Chelsea, who aim to secure points despite their current struggles. Maresca's focus will be on managing the team effectively during the international break to prepare for this tough fixture.