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Chelsea faces injury concerns after Lacroix withdrawal against Liverpool

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 29, 2026, 9:26 AM

Last updated Oct 29, 2026

Chelsea faces injury concerns after Lacroix withdrawal against Liverpool

Summary

Maxence Lacroix exited Chelsea's Carabao Cup match against Liverpool due to a hamstring issue. The defender was forced off in the first half while pursuing Cody Gakpo. This withdrawal adds to Chelsea's injury crisis, with manager Xabi Alonso having to cope with several key absences. The match, which ended 1-1 after regular time, went to penalties, leading to Chelsea's elimination. Alonso stated the team will assess Lacroix's injury in the coming days.

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Status Watch

•Lacroix injured his hamstring in the first half against Liverpool.
•Chelsea's match ended 1-1 before a penalty shootout loss.
•Chelsea is already missing several players due to injuries and suspension.
•Alonso will evaluate Lacroix's condition over the next few days.
•Lacroix has started all eight Premier League matches this season.

Latest Updates

9:26 AMYahoo Sports — Chelsea injury nightmare deepens as Xabi Alonso provides update on Maxence Lacroix blow against Liverpool

What they're saying

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Chelsea’s injury problems have gone from bad to worse after Maxence Lacroix was forced to withdraw during their Carabao Cup showdown against Liverpool. The French defender appeared to suffer a hamstring issue during the first half at Anfield, adding further strain to Xabi Alonso’s already depleted squad.
— Yahoo Sports

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