Strongest Liverpool lineup To Face Chelsea – SAS Will Be Key In This Do Or Die Game

With Jose Mourinho having already declared that he will field a weakened side against Liverpool at the Anfield in order to boost their chances of qualifying for the Champions League final, a rare opportunity beckons Brendan Rodger’s men where they can virtually seal the Premier League with a win over title rivals Chelsea. Having such a backdrop let us have a look to what is the line up Brendan Rodgers will possibly field this weekend against Chelsea.

Defence

Simon Mignolet: There can be absolutely no question on the selection of Simon Mignolet. Having been a revelation at Liverpool ever since he replaced Pepe Reina, the fact that he does not commit any errors at crucial times like his predecessor means that Liverpool have a really dependable goalkeeper in their ranks.

Glen Johnson: Despite not having the best of seasons at Liverpool, the right back is a class of his own and is indeed one of the best in going forward. Also a solid player defensively there cannot be any doubt that Glen Johnson will be in the line up against Chelsea.

Matin Skrtel: The Slovak has really risen a lot in stature this season. While at the start of the season he was considered as a talented but an erratic centre back he has now redeemed himself by cutting out the silly mistakes in his game. The big burly centre half who also scores his fair share of goals is a shoo in for the game against Chelsea.

Mamadou Sakho: The big defensive buy for Brendan Rodgers from PSG is looking like a crucial hog for Liverpool in the last and most crucial lap of the Premier League race. While this young defender has not had the best of seasons he will be trusted by Brendan Rodgers for this big game.

Jon Flanagan: This youngster has definitely risen up his game which ensured that Liverpool did not miss the likes of Jose Enrique. While he has been brilliant, his impressive performances has somewhat been hidden due to the sterling performances by the likes of Sterling and Henderson. This young wingback will be given yet another opportunity to impress.

Midfield

Gerrard

Steven Gerrard: The one name which neither warrants nor requires any discussions. The Liverpool captain is hoping to fire his team to a victory against Chelsea which will hopefully win him the elusive Premier League winner’s medal.

Joe Allen: The Welsh Xavi as he is popularly called by a section of the Liverpool fans has certainly stepped up his game when called upon. An expert at retaining possession and his impeccable reading of the game means Liverpool possess that extra piece of security with or without the ball.

Raheem Sterling: The young English winger has been sensational this season and might just be selected as the PFA Young player of the season. He has been a menace in the opposition box all season long and it won’t be any wonder that he would be a shoo in to face Chelsea.

Philippe Coutinho: After the highs of the last season there was some expected drop in form during the first half of the campaign. However since then he has very much picked up his form and is again enjoying the heights from last season. Playing with the likes of Suarez, Sturridge and Sterling has given him the added edge required to terrorize defenders.

Strike Force

Daniel Sturridge: According to the latest reports, Sturridge declared himself fit for the biggest game in his career. With the striker likely to reinstated in the starting line-up following his injury, the Englishman is expected to partner up with Luis Suarez up front. With Sturridge being in devastating form this season, the ex Chelsea man would like nothing better than to completely crush any lingering hope of an unlikely Chelsea triumph.

Luis Suarez: World Class. Enigmatic. Brilliant. Words which do not truly describe the level Luis Suarez has been performing this season. With the penalty controversy back at Stamford Bridge which Chelsea won, the Uruguayan would like nothing better than revenge which would completely knock Chelsea out of the Premier League title race.