ANTONIO CONTE aims to deliver a shattering mental blow to Liverpool.
It will be the Chelsea manager’s first visit to Anfield.
And even the cautious Italian admits winning tonight may not decide the destination of the title — but it will be a game-changer.
Conte said: “For sure, it would be a hard hit, mentally, for them if they lose.
“But, I repeat, there are 15 games after this, and 45 points available before the season finishes.
“It’s important for them. It’s important for us to win the game.
“When there are games between two great opponents, it’s important to win to increase your confidence and keep them behind at the right distance. I didn’t play at Liverpool. As a manager, this is my first time.
“For sure, it’ll be a good experience, a good place to visit and I’m excited by the experience.”
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Chelsea will go 13 points clear of Liverpool with a win tonight and lay down another significant marker if they follow it up by beating title rivals Arsenal at Stamford Bridge on Saturday.
They have a clean bill of health again with no injuries and a squad brimming with confidence.
Conte added: “For sure, the difficulty is higher when you face this type of opponent.
“But it’s important to win above all for the confidence.”
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