As Liverpool take to the pitch with the Premier League title already secured, they visit a Chelsea side still fighting for European ambitions. With different motivations in play, Sunday’s clash at Stamford Bridge is set up for an intriguing tactical battle. Here’s a carefully curated Bet Builder.
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Mohamed Salah to Open the Scoring
Mohamed Salah remains the focal point of Liverpool’s attack and will not be taking his foot off the pedal just because the title is secured. The Egyptian forward struck his 28th league goal of the season against Spurs last weekend, and now sits one shy of matching Didier Drogba’s record for most goals in a Premier League campaign by a player aged over 30.
Salah has a personal milestone in his sights, and with Arne Slot confirming that the winger will be involved despite the potential for squad rotation, it’s reasonable to expect he’ll be seeking to hit that landmark quickly. Chelsea’s defence has looked suspect in recent matches, conceding in each of their last five Premier League outings, and they’re expected to give away space at the back as they chase the points. Liverpool’s style under Slot has encouraged early attacking surges — they’ve netted first in each of their last four league fixtures — and with Salah often at the centre of these moves, he’s well placed to break the deadlock again.
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Chelsea to Pick Up the Most Bookings
Enzo Maresca’s side are not just fighting for points but for European qualification, and that urgency can often manifest in aggressive, sometimes reckless play. Chelsea have had a relatively poor disciplinary record this term and will be without the suspended Mykhaylo Mudryk for this very reason. The pressure to perform, especially at home in front of expectant fans, can result in unnecessary challenges and tactical fouls — particularly when trying to suppress Liverpool’s counter-attacks.
The Blues will likely adopt a high-energy press to unsettle the champions, who will be looking to play with flair and confidence following their title win. This is a recipe for bookings, especially for players in midfield or full-back areas trying to contain the likes of Diaz and Salah on the flanks. Chelsea’s physical approach in big matches has already seen them accrue more cards than their opponents in a host of recent Premier League encounters, and with Liverpool enjoying more possession and control, it would be no surprise if the Blues end up with the worst of the referee’s book again.
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Reasoning Charlton’s superior recent record and big-match composure make them a solid pick to triumph at Wembley. Galbraith’s dual role in defence and attack leaves him vulnerable to fouls and bookings. And with both teams capable of sustained pressure, a healthy corner count across both halves is highly probable.
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Liverpool to Earn the Most Corners
While Chelsea racked up a healthy corner count earlier in the season at Anfield, the circumstances are quite different this time. With the title in hand, Liverpool can approach this tie with freedom, likely fielding a strong XI to maintain sharpness ahead of the season’s final stretch. Their attacking style under Arne Slot generates chances in volume, and that naturally brings corner opportunities — particularly from wide areas where Trent Alexander-Arnold and Kostas Tsimikas love to deliver.
Liverpool’s 5-1 dismantling of Spurs saw them force numerous set pieces, often as a result of overlapping full-backs and relentless wing play. Against a Chelsea side that may fatigue in the second half, especially after Thursday’s European outing, the Reds’ relentless drive down the flanks could prove decisive. Furthermore, Chelsea’s backline has been stretched in recent weeks, and when defending deep, they tend to concede corners rather than risk being caught out centrally. Given these tactical nuances and Liverpool’s superior possession game, they look likely to dominate in this metric.
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