Chelsea vs Barrow: Exciting Team News and Anticipated Lineup for the Upcoming Match
Chelsea fans have reason to be excited as Ben Chilwell may be making his first appearance for the club this season in the upcoming match against Barrow. Manager Enzo Maresca has hinted at making significant changes for the Carabao Cup third-round tie on Tuesday night, which could see Chilwell back in action on the pitch.
Chilwell was among a group of players who were frozen out by Maresca earlier in the summer as the Italian sought to streamline the squad. While most of those players have been either sold or loaned out, Chelsea was unable to find a buyer for Chilwell before the transfer deadline last month. As a result, the England international has been reintegrated into the squad and could feature in the upcoming match.
In addition to Chilwell, midfielder Carney Chukwuemeka, as well as young talents Tyrique George and Josh Acheampong, are also expected to be involved in the match against Barrow. Maresca mentioned in a press conference on Monday that these players will be part of the squad for the game. While some may start from the beginning, all of them are likely to be on the bench with the hope of getting some playing time during the match.
Maresca also provided an update on the fitness of right-back Malo Gusto, who had been sidelined with a hamstring injury for the last two Premier League matches. Although Gusto is now fit, it remains to be seen whether he will be included in the lineup for the upcoming game. Meanwhile, midfielder Romeo Lavia is still recovering from an injury, but Maresca is optimistic that the former Southampton player will be available for the weekend’s Premier League fixture against Brighton.
Predicted Lineup for Chelsea
Based on Maresca’s hints and the current squad status, the predicted lineup for Chelsea in the upcoming match against Barrow is as follows:
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Goalkeeper: Jorgensen
Defenders: Disasi, Tosin, Badiashile, Chilwell
Midfielders: Veiga, Dewsbury-Hall
Attacking Midfielders: Neto, Felix, Mudryk
Striker: Nkunku
This lineup includes a mix of experienced players and promising young talents, highlighting Maresca’s intention to give opportunities to various members of the squad. The inclusion of Chilwell and other players who have been on the fringes of the team could provide a fresh dynamic to the Chelsea lineup in the upcoming match.
Match Details
The match between Chelsea and Barrow is scheduled to take place at Stamford Bridge on Tuesday, September 24, 2024, at 7:45 pm BST. The clash against the League Two leaders promises to be an intriguing encounter, with Chelsea looking to progress in the Carabao Cup while Barrow aims to cause an upset against a Premier League giant.
As the team news unfolds and the anticipated lineup takes shape, Chelsea fans eagerly await the outcome of the match and the performance of the revamped squad under Maresca’s guidance. Stay tuned for more updates and analysis on this exciting fixture.
