Chelsea striker Danny Welbeck has his sights firmly set on overcoming Liverpool at Anfield in tonight's Carabao Cup Round Four clash, a result that could mark a significant step in the Blues' pursuit of a first major trophy under Xabi Alonso.

Having moved to Stamford Bridge from Brighton & Hove Albion during the summer, the experienced forward has quickly embraced the challenge of helping Chelsea build on their flawless start in the competition and continue their charge towards Wembley.

Standing in their way are familiar foes. Chelsea's last two encounters with Liverpool in the Carabao Cup have both come on the grand stage of a Wembley final. The Reds prevailed in dramatic fashion on penalties in 2022 before edging a tight contest 1-0 two years later.

Welbeck is under no illusions about the task awaiting Chelsea on Merseyside, but he knows that lifting silverware means overcoming the very best.

And with a place in the quarter-finals at stake, the Blues have the opportunity to make a statement.

"It's been good this season for us in the Carabao Cup. To get off the mark personally was good, and to progress as far as we have is good for the club and the squad, and we want to keep on pushing," he explains.

"To win a competition like this, you're going to have to play these big teams at some point. Liverpool are one of those tough opponents, and we're looking forward to the game. It's an exciting tie. We've prepared well to make sure that we are ready for it on the night."

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"It would be incredible to win this": Chelsea striker Danny Welbeck previews Liverpool tie

"It would be incredible to win this": Chelsea striker Danny Welbeck previews Liverpool tie