Chelsea will look to continue their perfect start to life under Xabi Alonso as they host Brighton in the Premier League this afternoon.
The Blues kickstarted their season with a 3-2 win over London rivals before easing past Luton Town in the Carabao Cup second round in midweek.
But Alonso’s side face a much sterner test today up against Brighton, who thrashed Aston Villa 4-0 in a stellar performance on opening weekend.
Jack Hinshelwood scored a brace in that win but is expected to miss out for Brighton after picking up an injury in training.
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Chelsea, meanwhile, will hope to welcome Moises Caicedo back into the matchday squad after he missed the opening two matches with a minor injury.
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Not in the matchday squad again, and it’s hard to see Fenandez playing again for this Chelsea side.
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Speaking in his exclusive Metro column, the former Newcastle striker said: ‘What a result and performance that was by Brighton against Aston Villa.
‘I think they’ll find it a lot more difficult against Chelsea, who had a great result against Fulham. I’m going to go for a home win.’
Both attackers picked up injuries in midweek and aren’t fit enough to make Fabian Hurzeler’s squad here this afternoon.
Kostoulas leads the line after scoring in midweek against Tromso.
Well, plenty to make of that Chelsea team news. Emi Martinez is straight into the starting lineup, with Sanchez missing out entirely.
