Big Match Breakdown: Chelsea v Manchester City

The title contenders meet in West London

Saturday evening brings one of the biggest games of the Premier League season so far as Chelsea host Manchester City.

Clashes between the top six could go a long way to determining where the title ends up at the end of the season. A Chelsea win would take them level with league leaders City.

It’s shaping up to be spectacular and the Coral News Team are here with all the key info ahead of the game.

Head to Head

Chelsea won both league games against City last season. However, the Blues had only a single game of the six previous meetings before the two clubs.

Both teams come into this in very good form. Chelsea came from behind to beat Atletico Madrid on Wednesday. They’ve now won six of their last seven games in all competitions.

City’s 1-1 draw with Everton in August is the only game they’ve dropped points in so far this term. Pep Guardiola’s side look fearsome going forward – they’ve got 16 goals in their last three league games.

The Likely XIs

David Luiz is suspended for the Blues, which opens the door for Antonio Rudiger in defence.

Cesc Fabregas is likely to lose his place as defensive organisation will be key against City. The visitors are arguably the best in the league at moving the ball around.

Chelsea’s midweek exertions could also see Davide Zappacosta come in for Victor Moses on the right flank.

Sergio Aguero’s rib injury means Leroy Sane and Raheem Sterling could start on either side of Gabriel Jesus.