Chelsea FC's Lineup Against Crystal Palace Revealed
Havertz Benched, Vieira Selects Former Blues Defender
Nkunku, Pulisic, and Chalobah Start for Chelsea
London, United Kingdom - In preparation for their Premier League encounter against Crystal Palace, Chelsea manager Patrick Vieira has disclosed his team's starting lineup, with notable changes and surprises.
Kai Havertz, who has been a regular starter for Chelsea this season, has been relegated to the bench. In his place, Patrick Vieira has opted for Marc Cucurella, a former Chelsea defender who recently joined Crystal Palace.
Chelsea's attacking trio will see some alterations as well. Christian Pulisic returns to the lineup after being sidelined due to injury. He will be joined by Raheem Sterling and Christopher Nkunku, who makes his Premier League debut for Chelsea.
The full lineup for Chelsea against Crystal Palace is as follows:
- Goalkeeper: Kepa Arrizabalaga
- Defenders: Reece James, Thiago Silva, Kalidou Koulibaly, Ben Chilwell
- Midfielders: Mateo Kovacic, N'Golo Kanté, Mason Mount
- Forwards: Raheem Sterling, Christopher Nkunku, Christian Pulisic
Chelsea will be looking to extend their winning streak in the Premier League when they face Crystal Palace at Stamford Bridge. They will be aiming to build on their recent 3-0 victory over Wolverhampton Wanderers.
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