Conte has been the subject of constant speculation that his second season with Chelsea could well be his last. A Liverpool draw however would consign fifth-placed Chelsea to the dubious consolation prize of Europa League football. "There are six top teams at the start of the season ready to fight for a place in the Champions League," Conte said. "Failing to make the Champions League can happen. "Now, probably, you can finish fifth and start with a bit of an advantage compared to when you finish 10th."

Source: The Nation Bangkok May 11, 2018 22:07 UTC