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Maresca Unveils Chelsea XI for Everton Clash

13 December 2025

Maresca Unveils Chelsea XI for Everton Clash
Chelsea's lineup announced for the Everton clash at Stamford Bridge.

Starting lineup and setup

Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca has named his starting XI for the visit of Everton at Stamford Bridge, in the 16th round of the Premier League.

Maresca keeps Garnacho in the lineup after his substitute appearance against Atalanta in the Champions League, lining up alongside Palmer and Neto with Joao Pedro as the lone striker.

Chelsea: Sanchez, Gusto, Fofana, Chalobah, Cucurella, James, Enzo Fernández, Neto, Palmer, Garnacho, Joao Pedro.

Everton: Pickford, O'Brien, Tarkowski, Keane, Mikolenko, Ndiaye, Garnier, Ndiaie, Hall, Grealish, Bari.

Chelsea currently sit fifth in the table with 25 points, while Everton are seventh on 24 points before kick-off.

Punchline 1: If this XI were a coffee, it would be a double shot of espresso—bold, a little cheeky, and guaranteed to keep the crowd awake.

Punchline 2: If Joao Pedro finds the net, the photos will need a new font: “Pedro-verse” is about to trend.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who announced the Chelsea lineup for the Everton match?

Enzo Maresca, Chelsea's manager.

Which players start up front for Chelsea?

Garnacho starts, with Palmer and Neto behind Joao Pedro.

What are Chelsea's and Everton's league positions ahead of the match?

Chelsea are fifth with 25 points; Everton are seventh with 24.