Malo Gusto in Liverpool match
The gist
Chelsea defender Malo Gusto started at Anfield against Liverpool in the Carabao Cup, his 100th start.
His return from illness fills a flank spot in Xabi Alonso's heavily rotated side.
How it unfolded
- Oct 24, 2026Gusto was absent for Chelsea's match against Everton due to illness but returned to training and was available for selection again.
- Oct 26, 2026Preview notes said Gusto and Wesley Fofana would be pushing for a chance to start at Anfield.
- Oct 27, 2026Pre-match reports named Gusto in a predicted Chelsea XI, with Pep Chavarria's fitness unclear; other previews listed Chelsea as facing doubts over Gusto and Chavarria.