Chelsea anticipates Tottenham clash with Penders in goal
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 22, 2026, 7:35 PM
Last updated Oct 22, 2026
Chelsea hosts Tottenham Hotspur at Stamford Bridge for a London derby on Saturday. After a recent 2-0 victory against Everton, Chelsea aims to build on that success. Manager Xabi Alonso plans to use a 3-4-3 formation, giving Mike Penders a start in goal due to Emiliano Martinez's injury. The expected lineup includes a back three of Levi Colwill, Maxence Lacroix, and Josh Acheampong, with Joao Pedro as the leading attacker.
- •Chelsea defeated Everton 2-0 in their last match.
- •Mike Penders starts in goal due to Martinez’s injury.
- •Xabi Alonso employs a 3-4-3 formation for the match.
- •Joao Pedro will lead the attack for Chelsea.
- •Chelsea aims to secure a home win in this London derby.
- 7:35 PMYahoo Sports — Penders To Start | 3-4-3 Chelsea Predicted Lineup Vs Tottenham Hotspur
"Chelsea will welcome Tottenham Hotspur at Stamford Bridge this Saturday as they hope to earn a win at home in the London derby. The Blues managed to secure a solid 2-0 victory away at Everton recently...
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