Heidenheim vs Chelsea Prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds

Enzo Maresca’s side are in unstoppable form in this competition.

German minnows FC Heidenheim are set to take on Chelsea for the first time in the UEFA Conference League round four action at the Voith-Arena looking to continue their unbeaten streak in the competition. 

FC Heidenheim have endured a tough start to their Bundesliga season having secured just ten points from the starting eleven games to languish in the 15th spot. However, their form in this competition (Conference League) has been top notch having won all three games so far to occupy the sixth spot in the standings. Frank Schmidt’s side however can take the top spot with a victory here as they are level on points with Chelsea who are leading the charts for now.

The record books have a new entry! 🤯🔵 Chelsea claim the biggest win in Conference League history 👏#UECL pic.twitter.com/ZLfiNzM4kT

— UEFA Conference League (@europacnfleague) November 20, 2024

Meanwhile, Chelsea have been ruthless in this competition and are the clear favourites to lift the trophy. Enzo Maresca has an abundance of talent at his disposal and must be feeling the pressure with his second-string players proving their worth in cup competitions. In their previous outing, they hammered Noah to secure a dominating 8-0 victory. But this time they face a tricky away test against the German opponent who have also won seven games so far. 

Kick-Off:

Thursday, 28 November 2024 at 5:45 PM UK; 11:15 PM IST

Location: Voith-Arena

Form:

FC Heidenheim (in all competitions): L-L-W-L-L

⁠Chelsea (in all competitions): L-D-W-D-W

Players to Watch

Adrian Beck (FC Heidenheim)

Adrian Beck has been one of the consistent performers for FC Heidenheim this season having scored two goals for them while also setting up another three. Predominantly playing as an attacking midfielder in the side, Beck has been the creative engine for them often linking up the play from defence to attack. 

Christopher Nkunku (⁠Chelsea)

Christopher Nkunku is currently the leading goalscorer for the Blues in all competitions this season and has been unfortunate for the lack of game time in the Premier League. However, he hasn’t let this affect his confidence having delivered some top-notch performances to take his tally to ten for the season. Nkunku has been a prolific goalscorer for the Blues this season and remains a player to look out for in this game. 

Our top 5️⃣ scorers so far this season. 👌 pic.twitter.com/LJsXfVQLQN

— Chelsea FC (@ChelseaFC) November 20, 2024

Match Facts

• FC Heidenheim secured a 2-0 win over Hearts last time
• Chelsea thrashed Noah by 8-0 to secure a dominating victory
• Both the teams have won all their games in the competition

FC Heidenheim vs Chelsea: Betting tips and odds

• Tip 1: Christopher Nkunku to score the first goal – 4/1 with bet365
• Tip 2: Chelsea to win this game – 4/11 with sky bet
• Tip 3: Match to end with goals over 3.5 – 5/4 with William HILL

Injury & Team News

FC Heidenheim are dealing with several injury problems at the moment. The likes of Julian Niehues, Luka Janes, Marnon-Thomas Busch, Marvin Pieringer, and Thomas Leon Keller are sidelined due to injury at the moment. 

As for Chelsea, they have three injury concerns for this game as Pedro Neto, Malo Gusto and Reece James are dealing with an injury. Enzo Maresca is likely going to stick with the second-string lineup that has done well in the competition.

Head to Head

This will be the first meeting between these two sides. 

Predicted Lineup

FC Heidenheim predicted lineup (4-1-4-1):

Müller (GK); Traore, Mainka, Siersleben, Theuerkauf; Maloney; Conteh, Beck, Kerber, Kaufmann; Breunig

⁠Chelsea predicted lineup (4-2-3-1):

Jorgensen (GK); Disasi, Tosin, Badiashile, Veiga; Casadei, Dewsbury-Hall; George, Felix, Mudryk; Nkunku

Match Prediction for ⁠FC Heidenheim vs Chelsea

Both teams have won all three games so far but Chelsea will fancy their chances here considering the quality of the squad they have at their disposal. We expect the English giants to secure the victory here. 

Prediction: ⁠FC Heidenheim 1-3 Chelsea

Telecast for ⁠FC Heidenheim vs Chelsea

India – Sony Sports Network

UK – TNT Sports

US – Paramount+, TUDN

Nigeria – DStv Now

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