CHELSEA are back in Premier League action as they welcome Burnley to the Bridge.
Home hasn’t proved to be a happy hunting ground in recent weeks for Frank Lampard, but he’ll be encouraged by the way his side swatted Nottingham Forest aside here last week.
It was a solid performance from the Blues in what looked a tricky tieCredit: Reuters
Burnley are looking nervously over their shoulder and Sean Dyche’s side have struggled over the festive period.
Three straight defeat in the league have left them four points from the drop zone, but they have won two of their last four Premier League games on the road.
Burnley sealed a convincing win over PeterboroughCredit: PA:Press Association
What time is kick-off?
THIS Premier League clash is set for Saturday, January 11.
Kick-off at Stamford Bridge will be at 3pm.
When Burnley were here last season, they went home with a point following a 2-2 draw.
Is Chelsea vs Burnley on TV?
SADLY this game won’t be broadcast live on TV in the UK.
It falls under the 2.45pm to 5.15pm blanket ban on coverage which is designed to protect attendances.
You can watch highlights of the game on Match of the Day at 10.30pm on BBC ONE.
Whilst here at SunSport we’ll be running a dedicated LIVE BLOG to keep you up to date with all the action.
What is the team news?
MARCOS ALONSO is set to return after a troublesome glute injury.
Apart from long-term absentee Ruben Loftus-Cheek, Lampard has a fully fit squad to choose from as the Clarets come to town.
Sean Dyche has plenty to be worried about though as his side look to avoid another Premier League defeat.
Both Johann Berg Gudmundsson and Chris Wood are big doubts for the game, whilst Ashley Barnes is hopeful of overcoming a groin problem.
Match odds
- Chelsea to win – 2/7
- Match to be a draw – 17/4
- Burnley to win – 11/1
- Both teams to score – 21/20
*All odds from Ladbrokes and correct at time of publication
Source: Soccer - thesun.co.uk
