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Chelsea XI vs Brighton – Predicted lineup and team news

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Chelsea travel to the south coast tonight, desperate to end a goal drought that has paralysed their season.The Blues have failed to find the net in their last four Premier League matches. Saturday’s...

Chelsea XI vs Brighton – Predicted lineup and team news Chelsea travel to the south coast tonight, desperate to end a goal drought that has paralysed their season. The Blues have failed to find the net in their last four Premier League matches. Saturday’s 1-0 home loss to Manchester United was their fourth consecutive league defeat.

Liam Rosenior’s side have seen their form nose-dive since early March. They are now seven points behind the top five with only five games remaining. Stamford Bridge was stunned by the lack of cutting edge against United on Saturday.

Chelsea have lost two of their last three visits to the Amex Stadium. Despite creating more chances in some games, they have been punished for poor finishing. Tonight is widely considered a must-win fixture to save their European ambitions.

Chelsea team news Liam Rosenior is hoping to welcome back top scorer Joao Pedro for this crucial match. The striker missed the defeat to Manchester United with a thigh problem. He was out on the grass training on Monday and faces a morning fitness test.