Lineups confirmed as first home win in Town Hunt

Ipswich could climb above Leicester if they can get their first home league win of the season against Chelsea.

Chelsea, who could move into second place in the Premier League table with a win, have lost just once in their last 12 away league games.

Here’s how the sides shape up tonight:

News about the Ipswich team

Christian Walton starts in goal in a big change for the fighters as captain Sam Morsy returns from suspension.

Nathan Broadhead and Wes Burns have the chance to impress as Liam Delap will once again lead the line.

Your town on Portman Road. 🔢✊#IPSCHE | @Nustone_UK pic.twitter.com/k75IL7uesS

— IPSWICH TOWN (@IpswichTown) December 30, 2024

Ipswich XI: Christian Walton, Leif Davis, Luke Woolfenden, Jacob Greaves, Dara O’Shea, Jens Cajuste, Sam Morsy, Nathan Broadhead, Omari Hutchinson, Wes Burns, Liam Delap

Chelsea team news

Chelsea rotated their huge squad with a total of five changes – they also changed the goal.

Enter Christopher Nkunku, Noni Madueke, Joao Felix, Axel Disasi and Filip Jorgensen. Cole Palmer – of course – starts.

Chelsea tonight. 🔵
#CFC | #IPSCHE pic.twitter.com/tpYyCxMbra

— Chelsea FC (@ChelseaFC) December 30, 2024

Chelsea XI: Filip Jørgensen, Marc Cucurella, Levi Colwill, Tosin Adarabioyo, Axel Disasi, Moisés Caicedo, Enzo Fernández, João Félix, Cole Palmer, Noni Madueke, Christopher Nkunku