Haaland looking to punish Chelsea at the Etihad today (Picture: Getty)Chelsea begin life without Enzo Maresca against Manchester City this afternoon. Man City XI to face Chelsea – Metro predictionRodri’s return to the starting XI will be massive for City – keeping him fit for this ever-developing title race with Arsenal will be essential. Chelsea XI to face Man City – Metro predictionEstevao Willian had a fine game against Bournemouth which should justify another start this afternoon. Man City vs Chelsea TV channel, kick-off time and live streamCity vs Chelsea kicks off at 5:30pm on Sunday 4 January. Arrow MORE: Leeds vs Man Utd: Predicted lineup today and confirmed team newsArrow MORE: Chelsea make move for Eddie Howe to replace Enzo MarescaArrow MORE: Jamie Redknapp makes Eberechi Eze claim after Arsenal beat Bournemouth

Source: Metro January 04, 2026 07:04 UTC