Xabi Alonso and Jordan Henderson Return to Anfield with Chelsea

Liverpool host Chelsea at Anfield in an EFL Cup match on Wednesday, 28th October 2026, with kick-off set for 20:00 GMT. The fixture is notable for the returns of Xabi Alonso and Jordan Henderson to Anfield, both now associated with Chelsea. Liverpool manager Andoni Iraola is expected to be involved in the tactical preparations for the cup encounter.