Chelsea vs West Ham: Premier League Match Preview
Overview & Head-to-Head
- Opta simulations favor Chelsea heavily—predictions suggest a win for the Blues in 62.1% of scenarios .
- West Ham have won just one of their last 18 away games at Chelsea.
- Chelsea have dominated recent fixtures, winning the last two Premier League meetings by an aggregate of 8–0.
Recent Form & Key Context
- Chelsea have lost three of their last six league games, showing inconsistency despite opening scoring chances.
- West Ham showed slight improvement with a draw against Aston Villa but remain 14th in the table.
Injury & Team News
Chelsea Absences & Considerations:
- Missing key players: Mudryk (suspended), Badiashile, Fofana, Lavia, Kellyman.
- Goalkeeper dilemma: Robert Sanchez continues despite shaky displays; Filip Jorgensen may be considered.
West Ham Squad Updates:
- Injured: Antonio, Fullkrug, Summerville, Todibo are out; Paquetá is doubtful.
- Positive signs: Jarrod Bowen is nearing return, and Mavropanos is back from suspension.
Squads Comparison
Chelsea Squad Snapshot
| Goalkeepers | Defenders | Midfielders | Attackers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Robert Sanchez, Jorgensen | Chalobah, Colwill, Cucurella, Badiashile, Fofana, Gusto, Disasi, Thiago Silva, James, Maatsen | Caicedo, Fernandez, Lavia, Gallagher, Ugochukwu, Chukwuemeka, Palmer | Jackson, Mudryk, Madueke, Nkunku, Broja, Burstow |
(Based on overall squad lists and injury news) (SportsCafe.in, Football Catchup, Sports Mole, Khel Now).
West Ham Squad Snapshot
| Goalkeepers | Defenders | Midfielders | Attackers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Areola | Coufal, Kilman, Cresswell, Ogbonna, Aguerd, Wan‑Bissaka, Emerson | Souček, Paquetá (doubtful), Álvarez, Ward‑Prowse, Cornet, Coventry, Fornals, Kudus | Bowen (returning), Antonio, Ings |
Key Players to Watch
- Nicolas Jackson (Chelsea): A proven goalscorer in London derbies with 11 goals in 14 matches.
- Cole Palmer (Chelsea): Dynamic creative midfielder, Chelsea’s rising star with remarkable scoring and assist stats .
- Mohammed Kudus (West Ham): Premier League’s top dribbler this season.
- Jarrod Bowen (West Ham): Club captain, in-form, and expected to return.
Prediction
All indicators point toward a Chelsea win. Opta models show a 62.1% chance for Chelsea, while West Ham’s probability stands much lower . Most analysts predict a 2–1 victory for Chelsea.
Predicted Scoreline: Chelsea 2–1 West Ham
