
Chelsea are set to face Fulham in a Premier League clash on Thursday, December 26, at 15:00 CET.
Here’s a look at the team news and predicted line-ups ahead of the Boxing Day showdown.
Team News
Chelsea
The Blues will be without key defenders Reece James, Benoit Badiashile, and Wesley Fofana. Additionally, Mykhaylo Mudryk has been sidelined indefinitely due to a doping charge, further limiting Chelsea’s options.
Fulham
Fulham will travel to Stamford Bridge missing Kenny Tete and Reiss Nelson. There are also doubts over the fitness of Emile Smith Rowe, Sasa Lukic, and Sander Berge.
Probable Line-Ups
Chelsea XI: Sanchez; Gusto, Tosin, Colwill, Cucurella; Enzo, Caicedo; Pedro Neto, Palmer, Madueke, Jackson
Fulham XI: Leno; Castagne, Andersen, Bassey, Robinson; Cairney, Pereira, Iwobi; Wilson, Jimenez, Adama
Chelsea will look to continue their positive form under Enzo Maresca, while Fulham aim to pose a tough challenge despite their injury concerns. The match promises to be an intense battle with both teams vying for crucial points during the festive period.