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Xabi Alonso has named his Chelsea side to take on Hull City in the Premier League at Stamford Bridge this afternoon.
The Blues are keen to bounce back to winning ways after tasting defeat for the first time under Alonso in their last outing at the Emirates against Arsenal.
Chelsea’s all-star attack has benefited from playing on the counter attack this summer, however are expected to have far more possession against Hull this afternoon.
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Confirmed Chelsea XI vs Hull City
All eyes will be on the likes of Cole Palmer and Morgan Rogers to break down their stubborn opponents, who are yet to concede in the Premier League this season.
Let’s take a look at the side which Alonso has named to take on the Tigers today…
Would prefer Barco to Reece as he is a natural midfield player. Otherwise Barco for Gusto who seems inconsistent in his midfield role. Assuming the game is for us to break them down so possibly Reece can be pushed forward more
Palmer and Rogers have been joined in the front three by Joao Pedro again, after he watched Danny Welbeck score a brace in the EFL Cup in the week.
Valentin Barco impressed against Leeds, but he is one of the
Emi Martinez returns between the sticks after Mike Penders was given a rare chance to feature on Wednesday night.
Stay tuned with The Chelsea Chronicle for updates throughout the game, as well as all the reaction straight after the final whistle.