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Chelsea predicted lineup vs BournemouthMOST USED XI

Chelsea's expected lineup at home to Bournemouth in the EPL is built from the XI they have started most often, usually a 4-2-3-1, across 7 official matches: Martínez in goal, a back five of Lacroix, Colwill, Gusto, Fofana and Acheampong. Fan predictions for this fixture are open now, and this XI updates as they land.

1. GKMartínez
2. DEFLacroix
3. DEFColwill
4. DEFGustoDoubtful
5. DEFFofana
6. DEFAcheampong
7. MIDPalmer
8. MIDRogers
9. MIDNeto
10. MIDJames
11. MIDLavia

Team news

• Most-used shape: 4-2-3-1 in 16 of the last 30 matches.
• Sets up with a back three in 33% of matches.
• Doubtful: Gusto.
• Based on starts across 7 official matches this season.

Expected XI derived from official lineups we hold for Chelsea, not from a team sheet. Official lineups are released 20 to 60 minutes before kick-off.

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What is Chelsea's expected lineup?

Chelsea's expected lineup at home to Bournemouth in the EPL is built from the XI they have started most often, usually a 4-2-3-1, across 7 official matches: Martínez in goal, a back five of Lacroix, Colwill, Gusto, Fofana and Acheampong. Fan predictions for this fixture are open now, and this XI updates as they land. Full XI (4-2-3-1): Martínez, Lacroix, Colwill, Gusto, Fofana, Acheampong, Palmer, Rogers, Neto, James, Lavia.

Who started Chelsea's last match?

Chelsea's starting XI on 18 Sept 2026 in the Premier League (3-4-2-1): E. Martínez, W. Fofana, M. Lacroix, L. Colwill, Pedro Neto, J. Henderson, V. Barco, Pep Chavarría, C. Palmer, M. Rogers, D. Welbeck.

What was Chelsea's last result?

Chelsea lost to Brentford 0–3 on 18 Sept 2026.

When did Chelsea last win?

Chelsea last won on 9 Sept 2026, beating Leeds 6–3.

Who takes penalties for Chelsea?

C. Palmer is Chelsea's first choice penalty taker, with Estêvão next in line. Palmer scored a penalty this season.

Who has made the most starts for Chelsea this season?

M. Rogers leads with 6 starts for Chelsea across all competitions this season.

What formation does Chelsea use most often?

Chelsea have used a 3-4-2-1 in 5 of their 7 matches this season.

Which Chelsea goalkeeper has started the most this season?

Emiliano Martínez has made the most starts as goalkeeper for Chelsea this season, starting 4 matches.

Which Chelsea defender has started the most this season?

Maxence Lacroix has made the most starts as defender for Chelsea this season, starting 6 matches.

Which Chelsea midfielder has started the most this season?

Morgan Rogers has made the most starts as midfielder for Chelsea this season, starting 6 matches.

Which Chelsea forward has started the most this season?

João Pedro has made the most starts as forward for Chelsea this season, starting 4 matches.