CHELSEA host Barnsley in the third round of the Carabao Cup as they come off the back of a disappointing defeat against Liverpool.
Frank Lampard’s team will seek to recover as he aims to win his first piece of silverware at Stamford Bridge.
Frank Lampard may be tempted to shuffle the pack and gives his fringe players a run out
As for Barnsley, two defeats from two in the league contrasts with some confident cup form as they swotted aside Nottingham Forest and Middlesbrough in the first two rounds.
What time does Chelsea vs Barnsley kick off?
- Chelsea host Barnsley on Wednesday, September 23.
- The match kicks off at 7.45pm.
- It will take place at Stamford Bridge
What TV channel is Chelsea vs Barnsley on and can I live stream it?
- Chelsea vs Barnsley is not being televised.
- Carabao Cup’s official website will be live streaming the match for £10.
- Live coverage of the match can be followed on the Sun’s live blog.
What is the team news?
Thiago Silva may be set for his first Chelsea appearance but the game has likely come too soon for fellow new signings Ben Chilwell and Hakim Ziyech, who remain sidelined with injuries.
Christian Pulisic will also remain out while Andreas Christensen’s red card against Liverpool means he will suspended.
Barnsley’s Michal Helik is suspended after he was sent off in Saturday’s 2-0 loss at Reading.
Latest odds
- Chelsea 2/11
- Draw 6/1
- Barnsley 16/1
Source: Soccer - thesun.co.uk