Preview: Chelsea vs Tottenham Hotspur – Prediction, Team News, Line-ups
Premier League action continues on Thursday night as Chelsea welcome Tottenham Hotspur to Stamford Bridge for an exciting London derby.
The two sides played out a seven-goal thriller in the reverse fixture in December when Enzo Maresca’s side came out on top by a 4-3 scoreline.
Match Preview
Chelsea headed to the international break after losing 1-0 to Arsenal at the Emirates Stadium.
The Gunners were missing Kai Havertz, but makeshift striker Mikel Merino made the difference for the hosts, netting the decisive goal in the 20th minute.
The result leaves the Blues barely clinging on to a top-four place, as they sit just one point above fourth-placed Manchester City.
Chelsea have been very inconsistent this campaign under Maresca, recording 14 wins, eight losses, and seven draws from 29 matches.
Tottenham’s fortunes, on the other hand, have been far worse than their London rivals.
The Lilywhites suffered a 2-0 defeat at Fulham last time out following second-half strikes from Rodrigo Muniz and Ryan Sessegnon.
The result means Ange Postecoglou’s side are languishing in 14th place in the Premier League standings, with an incredible 10 points behind the top half.
Team News
Chelsea have a few injury woes this week, with Mykhaylo Mudryk, Marc Guiu and Omari Kellyman all sidelined with fitness issues. However, Cole Palmer, Nicolas Jackson and Noni Madueke could be available for selection as the trio have taken part in training.
Meanwhile, Spurs’ fans will be happy to hear some very positive Tottenham news, as Dejan Kulusevski, Richarlison, Kevin Danso, and Lucas Bergvall could all return to the squad. But Radu Dragusin remains sidelined with a season-ending ACL injury.
Chelsea vs Tottenham Hotspur potential line-ups
Chelsea: Sanchez; James, Fofana, Colwill, Cucurella; Caicedo, Fernandez; Neto, Palmer, Sancho; Jackson
Tottenham Hotspur: Vicario; Porro, Romero, Van de Ven, Spence; Sarr, Bentancur, Maddison; Johnson, Solanke, Son
How to Watch?
Football fans can enjoy the London derby via Premier League live streams.
Chelsea vs Tottenham Hotspur prediction
Ange Postecoglou’s future in North London has once again come under the microscope after his team’s recent disappointing results. The Australian boss will be desperate to pick up a victory, but their miserable record at Stamford Bridge doesn’t give them a lot of encouragement.
Chelsea have been inconsistent with their performances this term, but they are expected to triumph in Thursday’s home clash.
Chelsea 2-1 Tottenham Hotspur
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