[Image] Predicted 4-2-3-1 Chelsea XI to face Burnley – Can Werner fire the Blues to a win?

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30/10/2020 1:30 PM

Predicted Chelsea XI to face Burnley in the Premier League

Chelsea take on Burnley in the Premier League after the midweek European exploits that saw them thrash Krasnodar. The Blues

Burnley would be a little concerned coming into the fixture given that they are yet to win a single game this season and have 4 losses during that time. Expect Chelsea to start as hot favorites but Burnley can always provide that bit of resistance.

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Chelsea just have one confirmed absentee due to injury, which is Billy Gilmour. There surely was a familiar face back in the team with Antonio Rudiger being given a chance. Frank Lampard will have his full squad to choose from. However, not a lot of changes from the midweek Champions League fixture can be expected.

48983705 — KRASNODAR, RUSSIA – OCTOBER 28: Antonio Rüdiger of Chelsea during the UEFA Champions League Group E stage match between FC Krasnodar and Chelsea FC at Krasnodar Stadium on October 28, 2020 in Krasnodar, Russia. (Photo by MB Media SPO, SOC, FOC PUBLICATION)

Probable Chelsea XI

Formation: 4-2-3-1

Edouard Mendy (GK)

The reliable Mendy is back and is set to continue in goal for the time being.

Reece James (RB)

Was one of the more standout players in the Manchester United game. Played well as a wing-back.

Thiago Silva (CB)

Missed out on the Champions League game with Lampard citing that he needed to rest and manage his minutes. Likely to be back for the weekend.

Kurt Zouma (CB)

Had a great game alongside Rudiger and he might be the first choice for a while now. Looked very assured and calm.

fbl eng pr chelsea southampton — Chelsea’s English defender Ben Chilwell (C) fights for the ball with Southampton’s English defender Kyle Walker-Peters during the English Premier League football match between Chelsea and Southampton at Stamford Bridge in London on October 17, 2020. (Photo by BEN STANSALL/POOL/AFP via Getty Images)

Ben Chilwell (LB)

Ben Chilwell is the undisputed starter at left-back now.

N’Golo Kante (DM)

Kante is slowly getting into his stride and will hope for another assured performance in the middle of the park after being rested in the midweek.

Jorginho (DM)

Lampard’s most trusted soldier, Jorginho will be looking to continue his excellent form.

Kai Havertz (AM)

Has blown hot and cold in the games he has played. Nonetheless, remains central to the team.

fbl eur c1 krasnodar chelsea 1 — FK Krasnodar’s Belarus defender Aleksandr Martynovich and Chelsea’s German midfielder Kai Havertz vie for the ball during the UEFA Champions League football match between Krasnodar and Chelsea at the Krasnodar stadium in Krasnodar on October 28, 2020. (Photo by KIRILL KUDRYAVTSEV/AFP via Getty Images)

Mason Mount (RW)

One of the few academy graduates who is still a starter in most games. Needs to start showing numbers in front of goal soon as Hakim Ziyech is pretty much back to full fitness.

Timo Werner (ST)

Another goal will just add to his confidence. Looks like he is slowly settling in well into the team now.

Christian Pulisic (LW)

Got a much-needed goal after his long layoff and it will do him a world of good. Needs to be back to his best if Lampard wants to crack open a stubborn Burnley side.