Liverpool are known to be a huge force when it comes to matches against other Big 4 teams. Statistically speaking, Chelsea have the upper hand in every aspect, be it points or goals, but Kenny Daglish might have something else in mind when he comes over. to Stamford. Here is a list of players who could serve as decisive depending on how they perform in the match.

Fernando Torres – El Niño did not score against his former club last season with Ancelotti in charge and this will be his second chance to face former teammates. Torres has hinted at his possible return and will need to work his magic on him if he is to secure his place as Chelsea’s first striker when Didier Drogba returns.

José Bosingwa will have a difficult game, as he will have to attack against a right-back like José Enrique and defend against Liverpool’s most versatile and fastest striker, Luis Suárez. Unfortunately for Bosingwa, he is known to lack defense and this could cause Ivanovic to replace him should Andre Villas Boas decide to play it safe.

David Luiz – The Brazil international is a possible candidate alongside John Terry and will need to successfully partner the Blues captain against a duo of Suarez and Carroll. Luiz is known for his decisive moments, but he can also be disastrous and this can be seen in the last few games where he committed two penalties.

Daniel Sturridge – The young English striker is one of Chelsea’s latest starters and will definitely be used by Boas if he plans to match Liverpool’s pace. Kenny Daglish will surely be looking for a win and this means Chelsea need to be quick to fight back and this is where Daniel comes in.

John Terry: The Blues captain needs to get his priorities straight if he plans to stay captain for long. John was recently sacked from England’s match against Spain and is likely to lose a job if he doesn’t prepare mentally and physically against Liverpool. Although that is almost impossible with the English media hounding him at all times because of the QPR incident, he needs to do it.

Juan Mata: Chelsea’s best deal this season has stolen veteran Malouda’s place and earned it well. The Spaniard proved his worth by successfully scoring several decisive goals for Chelsea and creating many others. His speed and creativity will be needed against Liverpool defenders, especially Jamie Carragher and Glenn Johnson.

Frank Lampard – Nominated ‘man of the match’ four times so far Super Frank will need to control the midfield alongside Ramires and contribute his long and deep passes to help the forwards. Lampard has been in the spotlight recently and isn’t quite ready to be benched yet.