Chelsea’s Official Lineup Against Sunderland Revealed on News Site
In a key Premier League match at Stamford Bridge, Chelsea’s manager Enzo Maresca has unveiled his starting lineup against Sunderland. The Blues aim to secure their third consecutive league victory, while Sunderland has also performed well with 14 points from their first eight matches of the season.
Chelsea’s Starting XI Overview
Maresca has made eight changes from the team that played in their recent UEFA Champions League victory over Ajax. Notably, several players who missed that match are back in the lineup.
Goalkeeper and Defense
- Robert Sanchez starts in goal.
- The defensive line includes:
- Reece James (captain)
- Josh Acheampong
- Trevoh Chalobah
- Marc Cucurella
Midfield and Attack
- Enzo Fernandez and Moises Caicedo retain their places in midfield.
- Pedro Neto, Joao Pedro, and Alejandro Garnacho lead the offensive front.
- Marc Guiu, recently recalled from a loan at Sunderland, spearheads the attack.
Sunderland’s Lineup Changes
Sunderland’s manager has made two adjustments to the squad that recently defeated Wolverhampton Wanderers 2-0. Omar Alderete has been ruled out due to a concussion, with Lutsharel Geertruida stepping in for him. Furthermore, Reinildo Mandava returns from suspension, taking over from Chris Rigg.
Matchday Lineups
Chelsea:
- Goalkeeper: Sanchez
- Defenders: James (c), Acheampong, Chalobah, Cucurella
- Midfielders: Fernandez, Caicedo
- Forwards: Neto, Joao Pedro, Garnacho, Guiu
- Substitutes: Jorgensen, Fofana, Hato, Tosin, Lavia, Santos, Estevao, George, Gittens
Sunderland:
- Goalkeeper: Roefs
- Defenders: Mukiele, Geertruida, Ballard, Mandava
- Midfielders: Hume, Xhaka (c), Sadiki
- Forwards: Traore, Le Fee, Isidor
- Substitutes: Patterson, Neil, Talbi, Brobbey, Rigg, Mayenda, O’Nien, Masuaka, Jones
As the match progresses, the focus remains on Chelsea’s bid for their third straight Premier League win, amidst a competitive challenge from Sunderland.
