Chelsea vs Manchester City: A Blockbuster Premier League Opener
The new Premier League season starts with a bang as defending champions Manchester City travel to Stamford Bridge to face Chelsea on Sunday, August 18th.
Team News
Chelsea are undergoing a rebuilding phase under new manager Enzo Maresca and will be without key players like Reece James due to suspension and injury. However, new signings Pedro Neto and Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall could make their debuts.
Despite a shaky preseason, Manchester City will be looking to start their title defense with a win. While key players like Phil Foden, John Stones, Kyle Walker, and Rodri missed the Community Shield, they are expected to return to the squad.
The battle between Chelsea’s new-look midfield and City’s experienced core will be crucial. Mateo Kovacic will likely start for City in the absence of Rodri, while Enzo Fernandez will be key for Chelsea in dictating play.
Predicted Lineups
- Chelsea: Sanchez, Gusto, Badiashile, Colwill, Cucurella, Fernandez, Caicedo, Neto, Palmer, Mudryk, Jackson
- Manchester City: Ederson, Lewis, Akanji, Dias, Gvardiol, Kovacic, Savinho, Bernardo, De Bruyne, Doku, Haaland
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| Australia | — | Optus Sport |
| India | Star Sports Select 1 | JioTV, Hotstar VIP |
