Chelsea vs Liverpool prediction 04.10.2025 | Premier League

Chelsea’s start to the 2025/26 domestic and European campaign has been inconsistent. Over their last five matches, they have recorded two wins and three defeats, and their home form will be under scrutiny once again as they look to capitalize on Stamford Bridge advantage. The Blues arrive for this clash on the back of a hard-fought 1-0 Champions League victory over Benfica in midweek, a much-needed boost after a disappointing 3-1 defeat to Brighton at the weekend. Domestically, however, Enzo Maresca’s men are struggling: they are currently winless in their last three league matches and have managed just one victory from their opening three home fixtures.

However, injuries are hitting hard. Manager Maresca has confirmed that Cole Palmer will be sidelined for two to three weeks with a groin issue, while defender Tosin Adarabioyo is also out with a calf problem, and Wesley Fofana is still recovering from a concussion.

Liverpool’s recent form has come under scrutiny, as the reigning Premier League champions face their first major setbacks of the 2025/26 campaign. In midweek, they suffered a 1-0 defeat to Galatasaray in the Champions League, raising further doubts about their title-defending credentials. That result marked their second consecutive loss in all competitions, following a weekend defeat to Crystal Palace - their first league loss of the season. Adding to the concern, Liverpool’s recent league record at Stamford Bridge is far from encouraging, as they have failed to win on any of their last four visits to the capital.

Back-to-back defeats have been made even worse by injuries: Liverpool’s goalkeeper Alisson is confirmed to be unavailable for this match due to a knee injury. Meanwhile, Hugo Ekitike left the Galatasaray match injured and is also unlikely to feature.