Premier League team news and predicted lineups for the weekend action are here, with key updates on injuries, suspensions, and form. As the weekend approaches, managers are finalizing their strategies, and fans are eager to see who will take the field. In this article, we break down the latest team news for Everton vs Chelsea and Brentford vs Liverpool, providing you with predicted lineups and essential insights.
Everton vs Chelsea: Team News and Predicted Lineups
Everton
Everton host Chelsea at Hill Dickinson Stadium on Saturday at 12:30 PM, with referee Paul Tierney in charge. The Toffees are in decent form, having drawn their last four matches (WDDDWD). However, they face doubts over Jarrad Branthwaite (dead leg), Vitaliy Mykolenko (muscle), and Christian Nørgaard (achilles). With no suspensions, manager Sean Dyche may stick with a similar lineup. Predicted lineup: Pickford; Coleman, Tarkowski, Keane, Young; Harrison, Gueye, Doucouré, McNeil; Barry, Calvert-Lewin.
Chelsea
Chelsea travel to Merseyside with a mixed run of form (WWLDLW). The Blues are without Emegha (knock), Reece James (knee), and Gittens (foot), but have no suspensions. Manager Mauricio Pochettino will likely rely on João Pedro, their leading scorer with 5 goals. Predicted lineup: Sánchez; Gusto, Fofana, Colwill, Cucurella; Caicedo, Fernández; Madueke, Palmer, Sterling; João Pedro.
Brentford vs Liverpool: Team News and Predicted Lineups
Brentford
Brentford welcome Liverpool to the Gtech Community Stadium on Saturday at 3 PM, with John Brooks as referee. The Bees are also in a drawing streak (WDDDWD) and have doubts over Schade (shoulder) and Schuster (ankle). Long-term absentees include Dasilva, Furo, and Milambo. Predicted lineup: Flekken; Ajer, Collins, Pinnock, Henry; Jensen, Nørgaard, Janelt; Mbeumo, Wissa, Schade.
Liverpool
Liverpool are dealing with several injuries: Bradley (knee), Leoni (knee), Ekitiké (achilles), Isak (thigh), and Gakpo (knock). Szoboszlai is doubtful with a hamstring issue. The Reds have no suspensions and will look to Mohamed Salah for inspiration. Predicted lineup: Alisson; Alexander-Arnold, Konaté, Van Dijk, Robertson; Mac Allister, Gravenberch, Szoboszlai; Salah, Núñez, Díaz.

Key Takeaways
- Everton and Brentford are both on four-game drawing streaks.
- Chelsea's João Pedro is in fine form with 5 goals.
- Liverpool are missing several key players due to injury.
- Referee Paul Tierney averages 3.0 cards per game this season.
- John Brooks averages 5.25 cards per game, so expect a feisty encounter.
Comparison of Team Form and Key Stats
| Team | Form | Leading Scorer | Injuries | Suspensions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Everton | WDDDWD | Barry (3) | Branthwaite (doubt), Mykolenko (doubt), Nørgaard (doubt) | None |
| Chelsea | WWLDLW | João Pedro (5) | Emegha, James, Gittens | None |
| Brentford | WDDDWD | Schade (3) | Dasilva, Furo, Milambo; Schade (doubt), Schuster (doubt) | None |
| Liverpool | WWLDLW | Salah (7) | Bradley, Leoni, Ekitiké, Isak, Gakpo; Szoboszlai (doubt) | None |
FAQ
What time is Everton vs Chelsea?
Everton vs Chelsea kicks off at 12:30 PM on Saturday at Hill Dickinson Stadium.
Who is the referee for Brentford vs Liverpool?
John Brooks will referee Brentford vs Liverpool at the Gtech Community Stadium.

Which players are injured for Liverpool?
Liverpool are without Bradley, Leoni, Ekitiké, Isak, and Gakpo due to injuries, while Szoboszlai is doubtful.