The Blues have won all five of their games in the UEFA Conference League so far and a win over Shamrock Rovers would make it six out of six.
Ireland are well placed to join the leaders in the knockout stages but will be tough opposition for Enzo Maresca's in-form side.
Here's how the teams line up.
Chelsea news
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— Chelsea FC (@ChelseaFC) December 19 2024
Josh Acheampong has started with a number of changes as he looks to sign a new contract with Chelsea.
Noni Madueke has another chance to impress his manager, while Christopher Nkunku leads the attack once again.
Chelsea XI: Jorgensen, Acheampong, Disasi, Veiga, Cucurella, Casadei, Dewsbury-Hall, Madueke, Nkunku, George, Guiu
Shamrock Rovers team news
Rovers have won three of their five games so far and sit sixth in the table. Qualification as one of the eight best qualifiers is very important.
Shamrock Rovers XI: Pohls, Honohan, Lopes, Grace, Cleary, Watts, O'Neill, Boom, Burns, Farrugia, Kenny