Chelsea XI vs Western Sydney Wanderers: Confirmed team news, predicted lineup and injury latest for friendly - Debuts expected as Xabi Alonso puts his team on show for the first time

Expert Chelsea vs WS Wanderers predictions, including 3 tips for their club friendly on 28 July 2026 at 3:15 pm.

This is a Chelsea predicted lineup for their pre-season bow when they take on Western Sydney Wanderers in the Sydney Cup. The Blues are travelling Australia and Asia during their preparations for the new season with a travelling squad that has yet to include some of their World Cup competitors and new signing Morgan Rogers.

Xabi Alonso takes charge of Chelsea for the first time on Tuesday when the Blues begin their pre-season tour against Western Sydney Wanderers in Sydney. Read our in-depth preview

Catch the preview, live streaming details and probable playing xi as Chelsea take on Sydney Wanders for a pre-season friendly on July 28 from 3:15 pm (IST)

Morgan Rogers has joined Chelsea from Aston Villa and immediately made a bold statement to win the hearts of his new public. “I am joining the biggest club in London,” Rogers said.

Chelsea continued their pre-season preparations closer to home before heading out to Australia to face the likes of Western Sydney and Tottenham

1.6 Expected Goals (xG) per Game 1.1 1.4 Goals Against per Game 1.5 12.8 Shots per Game 10.5