Chelsea's road to the Carabao Cup final against Liverpool is paved with an advantageous twist, as a UEFA rule safeguards their preparation.
Chelsea's clash with Tottenham Hotspur, initially scheduled for February 23, won't disrupt their Cup final readiness, escaping midweek rearrangement. This follows their 6-2 aggregate triumph over Middlesbrough in the League Cup semi-final.
Unlike Liverpool's rescheduled Luton Town match on February 21, Chelsea's fixture couldn't be rearranged due to UEFA restrictions, preventing domestic clashes during concurrent European games. Despite Sky Sports selecting the Chelsea-Spurs clash for broadcast, UEFA constraints prohibit Tuesday-Thursday play during Champions League, Europa League, and Conference knockout rounds.
While Chelsea benefits from an uninterrupted schedule, Liverpool maneuvers a congested calendar, playing their 11th game of 2024, with injuries to Jota and Jones casting a shadow over recent victories. Klopp aims for an unscathed Wednesday clash against Luton, navigating a tight timeline leading to the League Cup final at Wembley on Sunday.
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