Chelsea welcome the champions to Stamford Bridge on Sunday afternoon, as they aim to end the weekend still in the Premier League's top-five.
The Blues have continental glory in the form of the Conference League to pursue, but securing a spot in next season's Champions League is perhaps the club's primary goal during the final month of the season.
After Nottingham Forest were beaten in midweek, Chelsea currently sit fifth but a tough conclusion to 2024-25 means Maresca better hope his side have saved their best work for the campaign's finale. While Sunday's bout is significant, their trips to Newcastle and Nottingham Forest are more likely to decide whether the west Londoners are involved in Europe's premier club competition next season.
Here's how Chelsea could line up for Liverpool's visit this weekend.






