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Liverpool face Chelsea with Weather warning in background

Liverpool’s trip to Stamford Bridge carries more than footballing intrigue this weekend. A Met Office storm warning has added an extra layer to preparations, with the Reds aiming to reset after consecutive defeats.

Weather concerns for Liverpool preparations

The Met Office has confirmed that Storm Amy is set to hit parts of northern and western Britain with high winds and heavy rain on Friday and Saturday. Their official statement read:

“Storm Amy is likely to lead to some disruption later on Friday and overnight into Saturday.”

Warnings include “injuries and danger to life from flying debris” as well as possible power cuts, travel issues, and hazardous coastal conditions. London itself is not forecast to be directly impacted, but with Merseyside falling inside the alert zone, Liverpool will need to factor this into their journey south.

Stamford Bridge spotlight

For Arne Slot and his players, the priority is clear. Liverpool must respond on the pitch after a difficult stretch, which saw a Premier League loss to Crystal Palace followed by a 1-0 Champions League setback against Galatasaray.

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Mo Salah was left on the bench in Istanbul, a tactical decision that did not yield the desired result. To compound matters, Alisson and Hugo Ekitike both suffered knocks midweek, raising fitness questions ahead of the trip to Chelsea.

Chelsea issues offer opportunity

Chelsea also arrive under pressure. Enzo Maresca has confirmed that Cole Palmer faces weeks out with a groin injury, depriving the Blues of their most influential player this season. That absence provides Liverpool with an opening to control midfield tempo and regain momentum.

Liverpool’s focus beyond Weather noise

While the storm alert may unsettle travel schedules, the main test comes under the Stamford Bridge floodlights. Liverpool know a strong performance is required to move past a bruising week. With Chelsea weakened and the forecast centred further north, the hope is that the Weather remains a subplot rather than the story.