After a tough game against Man Utd at the weekend, the fixtures are coming thick and fast for the Blues…

The Blues have looked good in recent weeks, but a tough test against West Ham awaits – and the tense atmosphere at the London Stadium could prove to be vital in deciding the outcome of the game.

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After a difficutlt clash on Sunday, Antonio Conte could look to rest some of his most important players – and that might force a formation switch too.

The 3-4-3 formation has worked well as of late, but we are expecting a return to a 4-2-3-1 against the Hammers.

With that said, is this Conte’s formation to beat West Ham in the EFL Cup on Wednesday?

GK – Asmir Begovic

With Thibaut Courtois likely set for a rest after a prolonged run of fixtures, Asmir Begovic should expect a rare appearance in a Blue shirt.

Always reliable.

 LB – Marcos Alonso

Marcos Alonso has been a revelation at Stamford Bridge since his arrival, but a switch back to a regular 4 man defence will give him a new challenge.

 CB – John Terry

John Terry should come back into the Chelsea first team after a spell on the sidelines.

Gary Cahill needs a rest.

 CB – David Luiz

David Luiz has, surprisingly, played near-consistently since his arrival back at Stamford Bridge – and you would expect that to continue in the cup.

 RB – Cesar Azpilicueta/Ola Aina

Ola Aina deserves a run out on the right-hand side, but given the amount of youth in this team – he might have to settle for a role from the bench.

Expect Azpilicueta to play.

 DM – Nathaniel Chalobah

Nathaniel Chalobah got half an hour against Man Utd, and you would expect him to get a run out from the start against West Ham.

He needs to make the step up.

 DM – Nemanja Matic

Nemanja Matic is quickly returning to his best form, and a good display against West Ham should cement that.

With Kante out of the team, he will become the senior figure in the Chelsea midfield.

 LW – Pedro

Pedro scored before we could even catch our breath against Man Utd, and he deserves another berth on the wing.

 CAM – Ruben Loftus-Cheek

Ruben Loftus-Cheek has faded into the background somewhat under Antonio Conte, and he needs a big performance to re-state himself.

We’re expecting one.

 RW – Willian

Willian is back at Chelsea after a spell with his family, and after getting a bit of time against Man Utd – Conte could look to embed him right back into the team against West Ham.

 FWD – Michy Batshuayi

Michy Batshuayi hasn’t had much of a chance thus far, but Diego Costa needs a rest.

Expect a goal.

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