Sami Hyypia broke his nose in Saturday's win at Sunderland, but will be available for selection. However, Daniel Agger is expected to return to the starting eleven for the game.
Team (from): Reina, Finnan, Agger, Hyypia, Arbeloa, Pennant, Alonso, Mascherano, Riise, Crouch, Torres, Itandje, Voronin, Kuyt, Babel, Sissoko, Benayoun, Insua, Hobbs.