Chelsea vs Barrow Live Stream & Tips - Blues to Keep Momentum in the EFL Cup

Alex Waite

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Last updated: 23 Sep 2024

Alex Waite 23 Sep 2024

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Chelsea beat West Ham 3-0 on Saturday
Barrow have failed to score in their last 3 EFL Cup away matches
Can the Blues secure a third consecutive win to nil?

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Chelsea have won to nil in 2 consecutive matches (Getty Images)

Chelsea vs Barrow Preview

Chelsea are expected to rotate their talented squad and are likely to have enough class to beat Barrow comfortably. The Blues shouldn’t face too many issues at Stamford Bridge and a home win to nil is anticipated.

Chelsea vs Barrow Preview
Head to Head
Chelsea Form
Chelsea Injuries & Team News
Barrow Form
Barrow Injuries & Team News

Chelsea have won to nil in 2 consecutive matches.
Barrow have lost to nil in 2 of their previous 4 fixtures.
Barrow have failed to score in their last 3 EFL Cup away matches.

Head to Head

Chelsea beat Barrow 5-0 in the sides’ only previous meeting.

Chelsea Form

Chelsea have found early season form under Enzo Maresca with four wins from seven fixtures.

The Blues’ form dipped slightly following a 2-0 loss at Servette and a 1-1 draw against Crystal Palace. Maresca’s side responded with a 1-0 win at Bournemouth after the international break.

A 3-0 victory over London rivals West Ham came next as Chelsea had 2.4-0.76 XG. Nicolas Jackson’s early brace and a Cole Palmer second-half goal sealed the victory.

Chelsea Injuries & Team News

Full-back Reece James is sidelined through injury.

Midfielder Romeo Lavia and defender Malo Gusto are doubtful.

Maresca is expected to rotate and striker Christopher Nkunku is in line to replace Nicolas Jackson.

Barrow Form

League Two Barrow progressed in the EFL Cup after a 3-2 win against Port Vale and a 0-0 draw with Derby. The Bluebirds beat Derby 3-2 on penalties to reach the third round.

Stephen Clemence’s team beat Harrogate 1-0, drew 1-1 with Swindon and beat Grimsby 2-1 after advancing in the EFL Cup.

The Cumbrian outfit extended their unbeaten run in the league with a 2-0 victory against Newport. Elliott Newby and Theo Vassell scored in each half to lead Barrow to all three points.

Barrow Injuries & Team News

Barrow have no injuries or suspensions.

Forward Gerard Garner has scored three goals in all competitions and is expected to lead the line.

Verdict

Chelsea v Barrow

Chelsea are improving constantly under Enzo Maresca and look well-balanced in defence and attack. The Blues are unlikely to face many Barrow threats and sticking with a Chelsea win to nil is a solid pick.

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