Predicted Chelsea Line-Up vs Hull City - Goalkeeper Decision Made, Impressive Midfielder Drops To Bench
Chelsea FC prepares for a Premier League match against Hull City with manager Xabi Alonso expected to rotate his squad. The preview highlights Hull's strong defensive record and Chelsea's recent struggles at the back.
Why it matters
This provides tactical analysis for sports fans tracking Premier League performance and team selection trends.
Previewing Chelsea 's Premier League fixture against Hull City on September 12.
After making nine changes in the team in midweek, Xabi Alonso is expected to return to a more familiar Chelsea starting XI for Hull City clash.
Chelsea host Hull City at Stamford Bridge on Saturday afternoon, and while the former are likely the favourites heading into this match, the newly promoted side are currently ahead in the Premier League table.
Third-placed Hull have had two league wins, against Manchester United and Coventry City, and a draw against Aston Villa so far. Chelsea, in fourth, have two wins against Fulham and Brighton & Hove Albion and one defeat to Arsenal .
The major talking point is, of course, Hull's impressive defensive record. They are the only Premier League side yet to concede a goal.
Get smarter about the news
Sign up free for a feed built around what you actually care about, Dive Deeper research on any story, and the full text of every article.
Create free accountAlready have an account? Sign in