Liverpool vs Chelsea Live Updates: Premier League Match at Anfield

Liverpool hosted Chelsea at Anfield on May 9, 2026, in a Premier League encounter. Liverpool currently holds 4th place in the Premier League standings.

Ahead of the match, manager Arne Slot confirmed that Florian Wirtz was ruled out of the squad due to illness. The club also implemented three changes to the starting lineup for the visit of Chelsea.

In addition to immediate match preparations, Slot has discussed the club’s long-term roster strategy. He indicated that Liverpool intends to strengthen the squad, though he stated the process would not be as drastic as the activity seen during the previous summer.

Off the pitch, the club recently addressed concerns regarding matchday costs. On May 7, 2026, Liverpool provided an update on its ticket pricing approach.

The club announced a revision to the pricing model after it drew heavy criticism and sparked protests from supporters.