Source: Daily_Mail
Chelsea v Liverpool: The key battles at Stamford Bridge
Ricardo Carvalho v Fernando TorresLiverpool need three away goals to stand any chance of progressing and all eyes will be on Torres to deliver them - although with three lethal finishes in his last two games, the Spaniard is in the best possible shape to do so. [LNB][LNB][LNB] Solid: Carvalho[LNB]Hot shot: Torres[LNB] His chances will have been enhanced by John Terry's suspension for this match, although Hiddink can call on a more than able deputy in the form of Ricardo Carvalho, whose return to the Chelsea side could not be more timely. [LNB]The Portuguese has all the attributes to nullify the threat of arguably the world's greatest striker and the outcome of this battle could prove decisive for the tie. [LNB]Michael Essien v Steven Gerrard Cometh the hour, cometh the man - if he is fit. Liverpool need to pull off something extraordinary at Stamford Bridge and Gerrard is their specialist in the field of miracle-working. [LNB]The inspirational skipper will be hoping to drive his team to a comeback similar to that achieved against AC Milan in the 2005 final in Istanbul. [LNB][LNB][LNB] Tussle: Essien (right) did a fine job on Gerrard at Anfield last week[LNB]But much will depend on Gerrard's recovery from a groin problem and if anyone is going to keep him quiet it is Essien - as he did last week at Anfield. [LNB]The Ghanaian was at the heart of everything Chelsea did and turned in yet another dominant display following his return from long-term injury. [LNB]Didier Drogba v Martin SkrtelThe temperamental Drogba has been a revelation under Hiddink and has always loved the big occasion, as he demonstrated with goals at Anfield and in both legs against Juventus in the previous round. [LNB][LNB][LNB] Lessons: Drogba gave Skrtel plenty to think about ahead of the second leg [LNB]Although defence will be first on the agenda for the Blues, the powerful striker will be keen to exploit any weaknesses in the Liverpool rearguard with a goal that could effectively end the tie. [LNB]Skrtel found Drogba difficult to contain at Anfield and will need to be at his tough-tackling best to ensure there is no repeat at Stamford Bridge. [LNB] VIDEO SPECIAL: Five great Champions League comebacks to give Liverpool hope...Carvalho convinced Chelsea will learn from Bolton blundersStevie G must break loose: Liverpool's inspiration has to rule over EssienCHELSEA FC
