Overview
- Opta's latest model projects Liverpool to finish around 82 points with a 60.5% chance of retaining the Premier League title, with Arsenal next at 74 points and 22.5%.
- Liverpool beat Everton 2-1 in the derby, with Ryan Gravenberch and Hugo Ekitike scoring to maintain a flawless league start.
- Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca says stopping Liverpool will be "impossible" given their early form and transfer outlay.
- Chelsea trail by seven points after extending a winless run to three matches across all competitions.
- Cole Palmer is expected to miss the Carabao Cup tie at Lincoln with a groin problem as Maresca plans to involve academy players.