Date and Time: 2nd April 2022 @7:30 PM IST
Venue: Stamford Bridge
Chelsea vs Brentford, where to watch?
India: Star Sports Network and Disney+Hotstar
Chelsea Vs Brentford Team News:
Chelsea:
Chelsea’s Ben Chilwell is expected to be out for the foreseeable future, and Tuchel has also stated that Callum Hudson-Odoi is also out, but Andreas Christensen and Reece James should all be available to play this weekend. While Saul Niguez and Kepa Arrizabalaga are both expected to return to the team after recent sickness, the Blues’ manager will most likely want to avoid taking any excessive chances with the two in the meantime.
Timo Werner, who scored a goal for Germany against Israel with Kai Havertz, might fill in for Christian Pulisic, who will be late returning from international duty.
Brentford:
While Josh Dasilva has finished his three-match suspension, he has suffered a hamstring injury, and Julian Jeanvier remains out of contention with a significant knee injury. Saman Ghoddos and Christian Eriksen both tested positive for COVID-19 before the Leicester game, although Eriksen has returned to form for Denmark, scoring in both of their friendly matches against the Netherlands and Serbia.
Whilst Frank will examine the fitness of the playmaker, he should be in good enough shape to take his spot at Stamford Bridge, while Wissa will be in no mood to withdraw after his consolation against Leicester.
Chelsea vs Brentford Probable Playing XI:
Chelsea possible starting lineup:
Mendy; Azpilicueta, Silva, Rudiger, Alonso; Kante, Kovacic; Ziyech, Mount, Werner; Havertz
Brentford possible starting lineup:
Raya; Ajer, Jansson, Pinnock, Henry; Norgaard, Jensen; Mbeumo, Eriksen, Wissa; Toney
Chelsea vs Brentford Betting Predictions:
Match Betting: Chelsea win (1.37)
Draw (4.75)
Brentford win (9.00)
The One-Liner Explainer:
To concentrate on their chances of winning silverware in the FA Cup and Champions League, Chelsea will most likely aim to secure third place as quickly as possible, so anticipate a merciless performance from Tuchel’s in-form team here. Brentford will benefit from Eriksen’s comeback and successful international campaign, but Chelsea should have no trouble securing yet another routine victory.
