Chelsea v Liverpool Tips, Predictions & Latest Odds
Liverpool have enjoyed a strong start under Arne Slot, but they need a response this weekend as they head to Stamford Bridge to face an injury-hit Chelsea.
The Reds remain top of the Premier League and sit seven points clear of their hosts, who have taken just one point from their last three league outings.
However, Chelsea did boost morale with a 1-0 Champions League win over Benfica in midweek, and they'll be eager to carry that momentum into their final game before the international break.
Free Bets has taken a look at some of the best tips ahead of Saturday's clash in West London.
Chelsea v Liverpool Tips
Here are our three top football tips ahead of Saturday's clash at Stamford Bridge.
Tip 1 – Match to end in a Draw
Liverpool may still sit top of the Premier League, but their recent performances have lacked conviction, and the markets have reacted with Arsenal leapfrogging them in the title betting.
Slot's side have been praised for grinding out wins without playing at their best, yet their midweek loss to Galatasaray – coupled with injuries to Alisson and Hugo Ekitike – was a significant blow.
Chelsea, meanwhile, have their own problems.
A suspension for Trevoh Chalobah forces yet another reshuffle in defence, while Cole Palmer's ongoing absence leaves them short of creativity in the final third.
Recent indiscipline, with red cards contributing to defeats against Manchester United and Brighton, hasn't helped.
Both sides are hampered by injuries and inconsistency, and with neither looking at their fluent best, this feels like a fixture where cancelling each other out is the likeliest outcome.
A draw would not only reflect the balance of their current issues but could be seen as an acceptable result for both set of fans.
Tip 2 – Virgil van Dijk to be shown a card
Virgil van Dijk averaged a foul every other game in the Premier League last season and has conceded free-kicks in each of Liverpool's last two away fixtures.
On Saturday, he will likely be tasked with keeping a close eye on Chelsea forward Joao Pedro, who is among the most fouled attackers in the Premier League, drawing 2.2 fouls per game this season after averaging 1.7 with Brighton last year.
The pair's previous meeting saw the Liverpool defender twice bring down the Brazilian inside half an hour, highlighting the risk that Pedro causes, and it would be no shock to see van Dijk end up in the book at some stage on Saturday evening.
Tip 3 – Chelsea 3-3 Liverpool
Chelsea have found the net in seven straight games, while Liverpool's remarkable 18-match scoring streak was only ended by Galatasaray in midweek.
Both sides are full of attacking intent, and the stats back it up - seven of Liverpool's 10 matches this season have produced at least three goals, while over 3.5 goals has landed in four of Chelsea's, including last weekend's 3-1 defeat to Brighton.
With 12 goals shared across their last three league encounters between these sides, another high-scoring clash looks firmly on the cards on Saturday evening.
As low as 22/1 in places, the 3-3 correct score is available at 33/1 with bet365 and looks to offer some potential value.
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TV Channel
Chelsea v Liverpool will be shown live on Sky Sports in the UK.
Live Streaming Information
The match will also be available to stream live on Sky Go, accessible to Sky Sports subscribers across mobile, desktop, and tablet devices.
Chelsea v Liverpool Match Information
Chelsea made a strong start to the season, going unbeaten in their first four Premier League games. However, back-to-back defeats to Manchester United and Brighton halted that momentum.
Liverpool also began brightly, winning five of their first six league matches alongside cup victories, but defeats to Crystal Palace and Galatasaray in the past week have left them under pressure to respond and avoid a third straight loss.
Kick Off Time
Chelsea v Liverpool will kick-off at 5.30pm.
Fixture Date
Chelsea v Liverpool takes place on Saturday, 4 October.
Stadium
The teams will meet at Stamford Bridge in London, Chelsea's home ground, which has a capacity of 40,341.
