Chelsea face a true test of their Premier League title credentials as they take on champions Leicester City at the King Power Stadium on Saturday.
Antonio Conte’s side suffered their first loss in 14 games after being beaten 2-0 by London rivals Tottenham last week, but returned to winning ways in the FA cup by coasting past Peterborough United 4-1.
Leicester have followed up their stunning 2015/16 triumph with disappointing domestic form as Claudio Ranieri’s title holders sit six points above the relegation zone in 15th position.
But the Foxes’ superb Champions League form proves that they can still turn on the style, and Ranieri will be determined to put a dent in compatriot Conte’s hopes of taking his Premier League crown.
Team News
Conte has no injury concerns for the trip to Leicester, with a fully fit squad to choose from.
John Terry is suspended for the trip following his red card against Peterborough, though the captain was unlikely to start anyway having been sidelined by Conte after a switch to 3-4-3.
Leicester striker Jamie Vardy celebrated the birth of his second child on Tuesday, and should be available to face Chelsea after a recent illness.
Ahmed Musa may also start after a two-goal cameo in the 2-1 FA Cup win over Everton.
POSSIBLE STARTING LINE-UPS
Leicester XI: Schmeichel, Simpson, Morgan, Huth, Fuchs, Mendy, Amartey, Albrighton, Mahrez, Musa, Vardy
Chelsea XI: Courtois, Azpilicueta, Luiz, Cahill, Moses, Kante, Fabregas, Alonso, Pedro, Hazard, Costa
