Comprehensive match preview of Liverpool vs Chelsea in the EFL Cup as Andoni Iraola's side looks to be finding its feet at Anfield. Can an out-of-sorts Chelsea spring a surprise?

The latest Chelsea team news, injury update and predicted XI ahead of their Carabao Cup clash with Liverpool

Jayden Danns scored his first competitive goal in 14 months as Liverpool U21s drew 2-2 with Chelsea, with his free-kick wrapping up a two-goal fightback. Goals: McMahon 2′, Gordon 20′; Wright 26′, Danns 48′

The good news is that the Blues have an opportunity to quickly bounce back. They face Alonso’s former side Liverpool in the Carabao Cup on Wednesday. If Chelsea want to win and make it to the next round, there is at least one change Alonso has to make.

Xabi Alonso has leapt to the defence of one of his young Chelsea stars ahead of Wednesday night's clash against Liverpool in the Carabao Cup.