Chelsea will clash heads with Luton Town at Kenilworth Road on Wednesday night, hoping to pick up a win in the fifth round of the FA Cup competition. The Blues will be heading into the contest on the back of a tough loss to Liverpool in the finals of the Carabao Cup, whereas the hosts recorded a narrow 1-0 victory over Derby County on February 26.
The German tactician will probably opt for the 3-4-3 formation; however, he is expected to make a couple of changes for the upcoming contest. Jorginho might get the nod over Mateo Kovacic in midfield, whereas Hakim Ziyech looks likely to make his way back into the starting eleven.
3-4-3 Chelsea Predicted Lineup Vs Luton Town
Defence
Kepa Arrizabalaga is expected to start between the sticks for the upcoming clash. The Spanish shot-stopper will hope to put up a strong performance and secure a clean sheet on Wednesday.
Malang Sarr is expected to start at the heart of Blues’ backline, whereas Antonio Rudiger will feature at the left centre-back spot. Trevoh Chalobah will fulfil the right centre-back position.
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Midfield
Jorginho and Ruben Loftus-Cheek might fulfil the holding midfield positions, with the former occupying a more central role. The pair would be looking to dominate the midfield proceedings.
Saul Niguez will start at the left wing-back position, whereas Reece James will fill in on the other flank as the right wing-back. The duo would be expected to stretch Chelsea’s attacks in the opposition half.
Callum Hudson-Odoi will have to settle for a place on the bench, but he could be brought on in the latter stages of the game if needed.
Attack
Hakim Ziyech and Timo Werner will slot into the attacking midfield roles. The duo would be determined to set up some clear-cut goal-scoring chances for the front-men.
Romelu Lukaku might lead the line for Chelsea in midweek. The 28-year-old striker will be hoping to find the back of the net when he faces off against the Luton defence that conceded five goals in their last five matches across all competitions.
Christian Pulisic might come on to make a cameo appearance in the second forty-five minutes.
