How Reds could line up against Chelsea.
Liverpool head into their second leg of the Capital One Cup semi-final against Chelsea and will need to go all out to win the game, with this the lineup Brendan Rodgers is likely to go with…
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GK: Simon Mignolet
Despite some poor form this season, the Belgian goalkeeper remains number one for Liverpool and will be hoping to perform in this big game.
DC: Emre Can
A player who has performed well as part of a back three recently, promising youngster Emre Can should continue in the starting XI against Chelsea.
DC: Mamadou Sakho
Another important defensive player, Mamadou Sakho is surely a shoe-in for the game at Stamford Bridge.
DC: Martin Skrtel
An experienced and solid centre-back, Martin Skrtel is a sure starter for this game and has a good record of providing goals from the back.
DM: Lucas
The most defensive minded in a three-man central midfield, Lucas could be a crucial player in keeping Cesc Fabregas and co. quiet in this game.
MC: Steven Gerrard
Liverpool’s inspirational leader, Steven Gerrard will be desperate for silverware in his final season at Anfield and will be important in combating the Blues.
MC: Jordan Henderson
Another important player in the midfield engine room, Jordan Henderson will be hoping to do his best against the likes of Fabregas and Matic at Stamford Bridge.
AMR: Adam Lallana
A player in good form, Adam Lallana perhaps seems likeliest to take a place on the right-hand side of an attacking midfield three in this 3-6-1 formation Liverpool have used sometimes recently.
AML: Lazar Markovic
On the left, Serbian youngster Lazar Markovic is growing into this Reds side and could provide some spark on this side of the pitch.
AMC: Philippe Coutinho
Just behind the main striker, Brazilian playmaker Philippe Coutinho will be given the task of providing the main creativity for Liverpool in this free role.
FC: Raheem Sterling
Still adapting to his new role upfront, Raheem Sterling scored in the first leg and will be a real threat again as he hopes to fire the Reds into the final, though he could be supported by Daniel Sturridge as he returns to the bench.
