Chelsea vs Arsenal: Predicted lineups today and confirmed team news | Football

Chelsea will have Cole Palmer back and available when they host Arsenal in a huge Premier League showdown this afternoon.

A persistent groin problem has derailed the England international’s season so far, having started just three games in all competitions.

A fractured toe suffered after smashing into a door at home sidelined his return plans last week against Burnley, with Maresca initially suggesting his talisman would not be available this weekend.

Palmer has been spotted training this week, but in the hope that a specially designed shoe can speed up his recovery.

Maresca confirmed the good news on Friday, telling reporters that Palmer could even make his starting XI.

Estevao meanwhile had a memorable midweek night against Barcelona, ​​but there was a slight worry when he required treatment in the 83rd.^rd minute before being replaced.

No injuries were mentioned when Maresca spoke to the press on Friday, with the Brazil international hoping to retain his place in the starting XI.

Arsenal secured another landmark midweek victory against Bayern Munich in another match missed by Viktor Gyokeres.

The Sweden international has now missed the last four matches with a hamstring injury suffered earlier this month against Burnley. Arteta did not reveal much about the severity of the problem, but suggested on Friday that the match against Chelsea would come too soon for his summer signing.

The same goes for Kai Havertz who hasn’t played since the opening weekend of the season.

Leandro Trossard was sent off in the first half on Wednesday evening, but scans revealed only a minor injury, with the Belgian in contention today.

The availability of Gabriel Martinelli, who scored eight minutes after coming off the bench, however, provides an alternative option with another midweek scorer, Noni Madueke, also back in the picture.

Martin Odegaard was another to make his return from injury against Bayern, with Arsenal’s injury situation now looking considerably better. Gabriel Magalhaes, however, remains absent, with the central defender not expected until the end of December at the earliest.

Chelsea XI vs Arsenal – Metro Prediction

Maresca rotated their attack to perfection on Tuesday after using Pedro Neto as their most advanced striker. A more orthodox option up front with Liam Delap with Palmer back in the side could be their best bet to break down Arsenal’s wicked defence.

Arsenal XI vs Chelsea – Metro Prediction

If Gyokeres is not deemed fit to start, Mikel Merino will once again have the chance to lead the line as he has done so effectively in recent weeks.

After coming off the bench against Bayern, Odegaard hopes to return to the starting XI to lead the west London side.

Key Battle: Moises Caicedo vs. Declan Rice

The league’s two best midfielders have been the beating heart of their respective teams this season. Both took it to another level – the presence of Martin Zubimendi allowed Rice to delve into a more box-to-box role while Caicedo got used to setting the tempo for Chelsea, becoming a metronomic presence in the middle of the park.

Whoever has the best play could lead their team to victory.

Chelsea vs Arsenal Kick-Off Time and Live Stream

Chelsea vs Arsenal takes place today (Sunday November 30) whose kick-off is scheduled for 4:30 p.m.

You can watch the match live on Sky Sports Premier League and Sky Sports Main Event with streaming also available via the Sky Go app and NOW TV for subscribers.

You can also follow all the action with The metro Match day blog LIVE.

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