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Sky Sports pundit Paul Merson believes that Chelsea will beat Liverpool this weekend because Arne Slot's side has already confirmed the Premier League title and might take its eye off the ball.

Slot has already hinted that he will make changes to his starting XI to give some players who deserve an opportunity a bit more time on the field.

"I say that because Liverpool have just won the league and will have been out partying.



Liverpool has not played there since the very start of last season when it drew 1-1 on the opening day of the Mauricio Pochettino era in West London, but has beaten the Blues at Anfield twice since and once at Wembley in the Carabao Cup final.

"Let's not forget, this is a must-win game for Chelsea, and they will be hungry for the three points," Merson, writing in his Sportskeeda column, added.

"If Chelsea want to qualify for the Champions League next season, they must beat Liverpool.

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"After this game, Chelsea face Newcastle away and Manchester United at home before the game against Nottingham Forest on the final day of the season.

"A draw would be a good result at Newcastle and I believe they can beat United at home.

Then it all comes down to that final game against Nottingham Forest, which could basically become a cup final to decide Champions League qualification."

After taking on Chelsea, Liverpool will face Arsenal at home, Brighton away, and then Crystal Palace at Anfield.
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