Tottenham Hotspur vs Chelsea Prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds

Postecoglou eyes redemption against the Blues after last season’s humiliating defeat in the London derby.

In the heart of North London, where historic streets echo with tales of rebellion, rivalry, and cultural brilliance: a new chapter of passion unfolds. Matchweek 15 of the Premier League fixtures takes us to the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in North London where Spurs are set to lock horns against Chelsea.

Tottenham Hotspur, undeniably one of the Premier League’s most unpredictable teams, are a side capable of stunning victories and frustrating losses in equal measure. They can suffer defeat to relegation-threatened sides like Ipswich Town, only to deliver a commanding 4-0 victory over the reigning champions, Manchester City. This inconsistency has been a hallmark of their season.

In their most recent encounter against Fulham, Tottenham was held to a 1-1 draw, despite Fulham playing with a man down. Such dropped points have been all too common, and had they capitalized on these opportunities, Spurs could have been easily positioned in the top four. However, a victory over Chelsea in their upcoming fixture would provide them with the opportunity to break into the top five. Tottenham will be determined to seize this opportunity, especially with their solid and impressive goal difference of +14.

It ends all square ⏱️ pic.twitter.com/z6zTrSqRQ1

— Tottenham Hotspur (@SpursOfficial) December 1, 2024

Enzo Maresca’s Chelsea currently sit in second place in the Premier League standings, with their recent form nothing short of exceptional. They remain unbeaten in their last five league matches, having secured eight wins from the 14 fixtures played so far, with only two losses in the campaign. Chelsea’s recent victories against teams like Southampton, Aston Villa, and Leicester City have further solidified their credentials as title contenders.

The Blues will be eager to continue their impressive run when they face arch-rivals Tottenham Hotspur in the upcoming match. Chelsea will be hoping to replicate their previous triumph at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, where they handed the home side a resounding 4-1 defeat.

Kick-off:

Sunday, December 8, 2024 at 10:00 PM IST

Venue: Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, North London, UK

Form:

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

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

Players to watch out for:

Timo Werner (Spurs)

Timo Werner, the 28-year-old German centre-forward from Stuttgart, is currently on loan at Tottenham Hotspur from RB Leipzig. Despite being a loanee, Werner has swiftly adapted to life at Spurs, showcasing exceptional form when called upon. Although opportunities have been limited, Werner has consistently stepped up in crucial moments for the club. A proven match-winner, his upcoming fixture against former side Chelsea promises to be a highly emotional and nostalgic affair.

YESSSSSSSSSS💥 pic.twitter.com/dDoMTrZpgQ

— Timo Werner (@TimoWerner) October 2, 2021

During his time at Chelsea, Werner made 89 appearances and scored 23 goals, contributing significantly to the club’s triumph in the 2020-21 UEFA Champions League. With a wealth of fond memories from his Chelsea days, Werner will be determined to deliver a standout performance against the very team he once helped lead to glory.

Joao Felix (Chelsea)

Joao Félix, the 25-year-old talented Portuguese striker from Viseu, has had an eventful career, having played for Benfica’s reserves, Atlético Madrid, and subsequently spending loan stints at Chelsea and Barcelona before securing a permanent move to Chelsea in 2024. Since his arrival, Félix has made eight appearances and scored a solitary goal for the Blues. Despite his relatively short time at the club, he has shown glimpses of his immense potential.

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— FC Barcelona (@FCBarcelona_es) December 3, 2023

Félix has also been a key figure for the Portuguese national team, earning 45 caps and scoring nine goals at such a young age. His time at Atlético Madrid saw him lift the LaLiga title in 2021, a testament to his abilities. With his flair and vision, João Félix will be eager to play a pivotal role in Chelsea’s upcoming fixture against Tottenham Hotspur, hoping to add to his tally and help the club secure a vital victory.

Match Facts:

• Spurs have a 32% win accuracy over their opponent.
• Spurs won a solitary game in their last five matches.
• Chelsea are unbeaten in their last five matches.

Tottenham Hotspur vs Chelsea: Betting Tips and Odds:

• Spurs to win the match – 15/8 with bet365
• Timo Werner to score first – 9/1 with vBet
• Spurs 2-1 Chelsea: 10/1 with William Hill

Injuries and Team News:

For Spurs, Guglielmo Vicario, Critsian Romero, Micky van de Ven and Richarlison are set to miss the upcoming game.

For the Blues, Wesley Fofana and Reece James will be absent due to injury concerns.

Head To Head stats:

Total matches – 170

Spurs won – 53

Chelsea won – 77

Matches drawn – 40

Predicted Lineup:

Spurs predicted lineup (4-3-3):

Forster (GK); Porro, Dragusin, Davies, Udogie; Sarr, Bissouma, Maddison; Johnson, Son, Werner

Chelsea predicted lineup (4-2-3-1)

Jorgensen (GK); Gusto, Disasi, Adarabioyo, Cucurella; Fernandez, Caicedo; Madueke, Palmer, Felix; Nkunku

Match Prediction:

Despite Chelsea emerging as the favourites after their recent series of victories, we expect Postecoglou’s men to get the better of their London rivals by a narrow margin. We have recently seen them thrashing reigning champions Man City 4-0, so a victory for Spurs is very much possible.

Prediction: Spurs 2-1 Chelsea

Telecast Details:

India: Star Sports Network, Disney+ Hotstar

UK: Sky Sports, TNT Sports

USA: NBC Sports

Nigeria: SuperSport, NTA, Sporty TV

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