The two big misters promise to bring a dramatic and attractive showdown. The ultimate heroism.
1 – Nicolas Jackson vs Virgil van Dijk
Coach Mauricio Pochettino faces a headache at number 9 in the context of Christopher Nkunku sitting out due to injury. According to Whoscored’s prediction, Jackson is likely to kick the highest in Chelsea’s attack against Liverpool.
The 22-year-old star made a strong impression after the recent series of friendly matches. Good body shape, ability to press, finish become strengths in Jackson.
The task of stopping Jackson will be placed on Van Dijk’s shoulders. Despite a lot of decline in form, the Dutch midfielder is still considered the number one ‘stone’ in the current Liverpool defense system.
Rookie Jackson faces a big challenge when he meets Van Dijk. Notable hot spot in the Premier League first round match.
2 – Ben Chilwell vs Mohamed Salah
The battle of the wing corridor became a dramatic competition between prominent faces. As usual, Salah is seen as a damaging drill in the hands of coach Jurgen Klopp. The speed, slick play, explosive ability of the Egyptian star is enough to threaten many defenses of the foggy country.
Facing Salah in the corridor on the left side of Chelsea is Chilwell. Fans expect the speed where Chilwell will contribute to limiting Salah’s range of activities.
3 – Enzo Fernandez vs. Alexis Mac Allister
The midfield greatly determines the position and outcome of the great battle. Two teammates in the national team shirt, Fernandez and Mac Allister, promise a fiery and dramatic competition.
Fernandez is considered the most important factor in the Chelsea midfield at the moment. The Argentinian star is in charge of the midfield. The challenge for Fernandez in the upcoming great battle is Mac Allister.
The former Brighton midfielder possesses a versatile and flexible playing style. Mac Allister vs Fernandez promises to create a remarkable hot spot.
4 – Levi Colwill vs. Cody Steel
According to Whoscored’s prediction, Gakpo is likely to be given a starting spot by Klopp in attack. The Dutch striker made a strong impression on the experts after the recent series of friendly matches.
Gakpo works wide, active in movement, ready to go deep to make the ball when needed. Many fans associate Gakpo with the image of Roberto Firmino in the past.
The task of stopping Gakpo was assigned to Colwill’s shoulders. The English midfielder is seen as the future of the Chelsea defense.
The 20-year-old central defender shows composure, certainty, the ability to accurately judge situations. Besides, Colwill possesses good footwork skills, making accurate passes.
5 – Robert Sanchez vs Alisson Becker
In the context that Kepa Arrizabalaga is about to arrive at Real Madrid, Sanchez is likely to be given a starting position by coach Pochettino from the beginning. On the other side of the line, Alisson Becker is a reliable stop in the Liverpool wooden frame.
The competition between the two goalkeepers is not a small decision to the ability to keep clean sheets of Chelsea and Liverpool. Will Sanchez or Alisson play better?
