Sturridge is better for 2nd half sub if need be, don't forget our issues is usually 2nd half performances, if we can bring him on 2nd half if we need to, hopefully keep Chelsea pinged back. although i think they will play that way any way, seems they like to break with pace.
Hopefully this enforced rest has got his sharpness back that was lacking for past two games Dont be so sure, it could all be bollocks. And as already said that their weaker team is still a very good team. And they will be well organised we know that much
I don't think they are. They are preparing their excuses whilst hoping to add an element of doubt to BRs preparations regarding who and how they will play. Not until 1 hour before KO will we truly know.