Chelsea v Man City: Confirmed lineups – Star midfielder out, Kompany to make first Premier League start since November
Chelsea take on Manchester City at Stamford Bridge tonight in what could end up proving to be a pivotal game in the Premier League title race.
The Blues suffered a shock defeat over the weekend against Crystal Palace and if they lose again today City could close the gap to eight points.
Tottenham meanwhile have the chance to reduce the gap with leaders Chelsea to just for points if they beat Swansea – if the Blues lose.
Vincent Kompany will make his first start for Manchester City since November after recovering from injury.
Star striker Sergio Aguero will lead the line for City but Germany international of Turkish origin remains sidelined.
Chelsea have a full strength side available, star players Kante, Hazard and Diego Costa all start.
Chelsea v Man City: Confirmed lineups
Chelsea lineup: Courtois; Zouma, David Luiz, Cahill (c); Azpilicueta, Kante, Fabregas, Alonso; Pedro, Diego Costa, Hazard
Subs: Begovic, Ake, Terry, Matic, Loftus-Cheek, Willian, Batshuayi
Manchester City lineup: Caballero, Clichy, Stones, Kompany (c), Fernandinho, Delph, Sane, Silva, De Bruyne, Navas, Aguero
Subs: Bravo, Zabaleta, Kolarov, Fernando, Toure, Sterling, Nolito
