Chelsea remains unbeaten under Sarri but has slipped off the pace in their last 4 games, having drawn in 3 matches. They are in third place with 21 points, just 2 points ahead of both Liverpool and Manchester City. This is a great opportunity to continue their unbeaten run in the last 9 matches.They will be in high spirits after their 3-1 win in their UEFA Europa League fixture against Belarusian Premier League side, Bate Borisov. Ruben Loftus Cheek, who scored a hat-trick in this game will obviously feature in this away game and maybe in among the Starting XI.
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Moreover, they must win this matchup to close in the gap between them and the top-flight leader. Barkley, whose late goal against the Red Devils on Saturday felt like a win, maybe in the Starting XI in the forward position. Willian may start with Giroud and in attacking position.
Burnley vs Chelsea: Head-to-Head
Chelsea won 1-2 in the last meeting played in April.
In the last 5 h2h meetings, Chelsea has won twice, Burnley once and 2 draws have been recorded.
Most games have ended with over 2.5 goals.