⁠West Ham vs Chelsea Predicted lineup, betting tips, odds, injury news, H2H, telecast | Premier League 2024-25

The Hammers take on the Blues in PL Gameweek 5

West Ham United are set to host Chelsea FC in the fifth matchday of English Premier League 2024-25. The stakes are as high as they should be, with the high-voltage London derby to kick off with two genius tacticians Julen Lopetegui and Enzo Maresca guiding the teams.

Both sides have so far blown hot and cold in the league, as per their standards. The Hammers have a win, a draw, and two losses to begin with. The Blues are unbeaten in the last three league games, winning two and drawing one after losing the campaign opener.

Winning a derby is always a matter of prestige, and slipping points at this stage will affect both clubs in the long run. So, we can expect an intense and closely fought game here.

Kick-Off:

Saturday, 21 September at 12:30 PM UK; 05:00 PM IST

Location: London Stadium, Stratford

Form

West Ham (in all competitions): D-L-W-W-L

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

Players to Watch:

Michail Antonio (West Ham)

The veteran striker has started in every game for West Ham but has failed to contribute to a single goal. The coach is expected to keep his full trust in the Jamaican forward, and seeing Chelsea’s not so strong defensive unit, he might get a chance at the big match to break the deadlock.

Jadon Sancho (Chelsea)

The winger played for 45 minutes in the last game, since arriving on a loan deal from Manchester United. Coming back to his hometown, he has a lot to prove. This season will be crucial for him to match with the standards of the Premier League.

He is expected to start in this one, and an assist from him, like in the previous game will be a plus. Eyeing a goal will further raise his stature in his new club.

Match Facts:

• West Ham have not won a Premier League home game yet this season.
• Among all Premier League opponents, Chelsea have defeated West Ham the second most times (30).
• Chelsea are undefeated in nine of their last ten games in the Premier League.

West Ham vs Chelsea: Betting tips and odds

• Tip 1: Chelsea to win this game- 21/20 – via Betfair
• Tip 2: Over 2.5 goals – 8/15 – via Bet365
• Tip 3: Both teams to score – 4/9 – via Spreadex

Injury & Team News

Hosts West Ham do have a couple of injury concerns. German forward Niclas Fullkurg has picked up an injury during the international break, while side-back Emerson Palmieri was absent from the training, and is speculated to be out of the game with injury.

There is a sign of relief for the Blues as star players like Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall, Enzo Fernandez, Malo Gusto and Romeo Lavia are back in training. Reece James however will remain out.

Head to Head

Total Matches – 122

West Ham wins – 44

Chelsea wins – 55

Draws – 23

Predicted Lineup

West Ham predicted line-up (4-2-3-1)

Areola (GK); Coufal, Zouma, Ogbonna, Emerson; Soucek, Alvarez; Bowen, Paqueta, Kudus; Antonio

Chelsea predicted line-up (4-2-3-1)

Sanchez (GK), Gusto, Fofana, Colwill, Cucurella; Fernandez, Caicedo; Madueke, Palmer, Sancho; Jackson

Match Prediction for West Ham vs Chelsea

West Ham, playing at home are expected to give the Blues a difficult time. But owing to a superior team and good form, Chelsea are expected to win the match by a close margin. Seeing a bleak defense from both sides, goals from both ends are expected too.

Prediction: West Ham 1-2 Chelsea

Telecast for West Ham vs Chelsea

India – Star Sports Network, Disney+ Hotstar

UK – Sky Sports, TNT Sports

US –  NBC Sports

Nigeria – SuperSport, NTA, Sporty TV

For more updates, follow Khel Now on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Youtube; download the Khel Now Android App or IOS App and join our community on Whatsapp & Telegram.