Liverpool vs Chelsea: The spotlight of the Premier League 2025-26 season falls on Anfield this Saturday as Liverpool face off against Chelsea in a high-stakes encounter.
Both teams have announced their lineups, with Liverpool starting Mamardashvili in goal and the young sensation Ngumoha in the attack. Chelsea countered with a formidable frontline featuring Cole Palmer and Joao Pedro. With Liverpool holding a historic head-to-head lead of 87 wins to Chelsea’s 67, the atmosphere is electric as kick-off approaches at 5:00 PM IST.
FWA Awards: Bruno Fernandes and Bunny Shaw Take Top Honors
In a major announcement ahead of the weekend fixtures, the Football Writers’ Association (FWA) has named Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes as the Footballer of the Year. The Portuguese midfielder secured 45% of the vote, beating out heavy competition from Arsenal’s Declan Rice and Manchester City’s Erling Haaland. On the women’s side, Manchester City’s clinical striker Khadija “Bunny” Shaw clinched the Women’s Footballer of the Year award for the second time, cementing her status as one of the most dominant forces in the game today.
Confirmed Lineups and Match Details
Liverpool XI: Mamardashvili, Jones, Konate, van Dijk, Kerkez, Gravenberch, Mac Allister, Frimpong, Szoboszlai, Ngumoha, Gakpo. Subs: Woodman, Gomez, Isak, Chiesa, Robertson, Nyoni, Morrison, Wright, Ndiaye.
Chelsea XI: Jorgensen, Gusto, Fofana, Hato, Colwill, Cucurella, Andrey Santos, Caicedo, Fernandez, Palmer, Joao Pedro. Subs: Slonina, James, Acheampong, Adarabioyo, Chalobah, Lavia, Eboue, Kavuma-McQueen, Delap.
Where to Watch and Saturday Schedule
Indian fans can catch the live action on the Star Sports Network, with digital streaming available on the JioHotstar app. Beyond Anfield, the Saturday schedule is packed with crucial matchups, including Manchester City vs. Brentford and Sunderland vs. Manchester United. As the season enters its final stretch, today’s results will be pivotal for both the title race and European qualification spots.