"Starting with the hosts, while Chelsea might have signed off September with a shock 3-1 drumming at home against Brighton, the Blues have come roaring back in an impressive fashion. Last seen over the weekend marking their return from October's international break with a routine 3-0 victory away at a struggling Nottingham Forest, Enzo Maresca's men will be smelling the chance to extend on their recent purple patch here. Heading into October's fortnight interval with a stunning last-gasp 2-1 win at home against reigning Premier League champions Liverpool, Chelsea have won their previous three appearances across all competitions by an aggregate score of 6-1. Putting a maiden Champions League victory on the board last month as they clinched a 1-0 victory against Benfica, the Blues are rightfully installed as a standout contender here."
"Chelsea Team News While French defender Malo Gusto might have been shown a late domestic red card against Nottingham Forest over the weekend, the 22-year-old is free to feature here. However, dealing with a mounting injury list, Chelsea will be without the likes of Levi Colwill, Liam Delap and attacking talisman Cole Palmer. Opening his Premier League account on Saturday lunchtime, skipper Reece James could once again start in the middle of the park. Settling for a spot on the bench over the weekend, former Brighton star Moises Caicedo could be handed a full recall in west London."
Chelsea have won three consecutive matches across all competitions, including a last-gasp 2-1 victory over Liverpool and a 3-0 win at Nottingham Forest, and secured a maiden Champions League win by beating Benfica 1-0. Enzo Maresca's side have outscored opponents 6-1 across recent fixtures. Malo Gusto is available despite a late red card, while Levi Colwill, Liam Delap and Cole Palmer remain sidelined. Reece James could start in midfield and Moises Caicedo may be recalled. Ajax suffered a high-profile title collapse last season, appointed John Heitinga in May, and currently find themselves in another public rut. Betting verdict recommends Pedro Neto over 0.5 shots on target at 7/10 with Luckster.
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