Liverpool v Chelsea: Carabao Cup fourth round - live
The Guardian • • sports
Key Points:
- Liverpool and Chelsea face off in a Carabao Cup match, with Liverpool making seven changes to their starting XI and Chelsea making four changes following recent results.
- Liverpool's manager Andoni Iraola emphasizes the importance of fresh legs and trust in the squad's depth, acknowledging Chelsea's strong starting lineup and the high level of opposition.
- Xabi Alonso, Chelsea's manager and former Liverpool player, stresses the significance of the cup competition and the need for a great performance at Anfield.
- The quarter-final draw for the competition is scheduled to take place later in the evening, with Bradford City and Fleetwood Town already guaranteed spots.
- The match kicks off without VAR, under referee Darren England, with anticipation high among fans and commentators about the impact of team selections and player performances.
