Reece James made his first appearance of the new campaign and Chelsea fans made their minds up about him. The England international's injury struggles have been well-documented but with both Marc Cucurella and Wesley Fofana suspended, the Blues skipper received a surprise start.

Chelsea captain Reece James is positive that the team would end the season strongly. The England international spoke after his side's 2-1 defeat against

Enzo Maresca has said Chelsea captain Reece James has recovered from injury and is available to make his first appearance of the season against Liverpool on Sunday.

Liverpool hosts Chelsea at Anfield today as Arne Slot's side faces its toughest test yet this season. The Blues though do have a couple of big names missing in defense.

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Chelsea have named their team to face Liverpool in the Premier League on Sunday with Reece James making his first appearance of the campaign at Anfield.The Chelsea captain returns to the side at