Probable Lineups
4-3-3
4-2-3-1
Probable Lineups Statistical Comparison
Goals
Assists
(6.7)
6.8
Average Ratings
6.7
(6.6)
23.1
Average Age
28
181.5
Average Height (cm)
181
(1.1)
0.8
Shots pg
1.6
(1.3)
(50%)
46%
Aerial Duel Success
48%
(50%)
(0.4)
0.6
Dribbles pg
0.9
(0.9)
(1.3)
1.1
Tackles pg
1
(1)
* Values in brackets (x) are overall player statistics in Premier League.
Missing Players
Chelsea
Man City
| Player | Reason | Status | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reece James | Out | 6.55 | |
| Omari Kellyman | Out | N/A | |
| Djordje Petrovic | Out | N/A |
| Player | Reason | Status | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oscar Bobb | Out | N/A | |
| Rodri | Out | 6.54 | |
| Jack Grealish | Doubtful | 6.55 |
Team News
Chelsea
Man City
- Chelsea's new era under Enzo Maresca will start with club captain Reece James suspended - though he is also injured.
- Omari Kellyman and Djordje Petrovic are ruled out for undisclosed reasons.
- Oscar Bobb would have been expected to start here, following his impressive pre-season form, but it was reported that the 21-year-old fractured a bone in his leg in training on Wednesday.
Erling Haaland TSA +120
4-4
MAN CITY Ederson; Lewis, Akanji, Dias, Gvardiol; Kovacic, De Bruyne; Savinho, Silva, Doku; Haaland
CHELSEA Sanchez; Gusto, W Fofana, Colwill, Cucurella; Lavia, Caicedo, Fernandez; Palmer, Jackson, Nkunku.
Hope they both loose
Rodri was back at City on Wednesday, but Pep Guardiola said he hasn't trained and has 'no chance' of making the City squad at Stamford Bridge this afternoon.
Shots on target ov 3.5 first half
No team has won more points in the opening round of Premier League fixtures than Chelsea (67). 1-2 or 2-2.
Oscar Bobb faces a 3 or 4 months spell on the sidelines after undergoing surgery on a fractured leg this week.He is the only injury for MC.
Man City Win
easy win for city
@FF2021 No.
@Sputnik Yes 100%