The 2025/26 Premier League got underway last weekend and there were some really surprising results, with some teams producing performances that suggested a difficult season ahead.
West Ham United were one of those sides as the Irons, coming into the season with already low expectations, were beaten 3-0 by newly promoted Sunderland at the Stadium of Light, delivering a woeful second-half performance.
Chelsea head across the capital city and to the London Stadium on the back of a frustrating goalless draw at home to Crystal Palace after a very short pre-season due to their exploits in the United States, where they won the FIFA Club World Cup.
This London derby features two teams who could do with a result to build momentum and The Sporting News brings you a preview and prediction of the clash.
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West Ham vs. Chelsea, betting tips and odds
West Ham badly struggled last season following the appointment of Graham Potter, and the Irons are expected to find it tough going again this campaign, with Chelsea likely to inflict further pain and pressure.
Chelsea may not be at their fluent best but they should win and they are priced up at 4/6 by Paddy Power, with West Ham valued at 15/4 with the draw 14/5.
The Sporting News' Score Prediction: West Ham 0-2 Chelsea
- Chelsea to beat West Ham is viewed as a 60% probability by Paddy Power.
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West Ham vs. Chelsea expected lineups
Here's how we think these two sides will line up in London.
West Ham lineup (3-4-1-2, right to left)
- Hermansen (GK) — Todibo, Kilman, Ageurd — Wan-Bissaka, Ward-Prowse, Rodriguez, Diouf — Lucas Paqueta — Bowen, Fullkrug
Injured: Earthy, Luis Guilherme, Summerville
Suspended: None
Chelsea lineup (4-2-3-1, right to left)
- Sanchez (GK) — James, Chalobah, Acheampong, Cucurella — Moises Caicedo, Fernandez — Estevao, Palmer, Bynoe-Gittens — Joao Pedro
Injured: Badiashile, Colwill, Lavia, Kellyman
Suspended: Mudryk
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West Ham vs. Chelsea latest odds, correct score betting
Our 0-2 prediction is at good odds with Sky Bet, but there are plenty of other possible score lines that are worth looking at for this one. Here's a look at some of the most likely outcomes according to the bookmakers.
Result | Odds* |
Draw 1-1 | |
Chelsea 2-1 | |
Chelsea 1-0 | |
Chelsea 2-0 | |
Chelsea 3-1 |
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West Ham vs. Chelsea team news
- Graham Potter is under pressure but unlikely to ring the changes, mainly because the Hammers’ squad is so average and lacking quality. Jarrod Bowen remains their main threat in the final third.
- There are suggestions that Estevao could make his first start for Chelsea this weekend, while Josh Acheampong is expected to keep his place in the heart of the Blues defence alongside Trevoh Chalobah.
West Ham vs. Chelsea Bet Builder tips
Our bet builder for this game is for Cole Palmer to have two or more shots on target in the game (5/4), BTTS – No (11/10) and Chelsea to win with a -1 handicap (7/4), which comes in at overall odds of 6.68/1 with Paddy Power.
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How to watch West Ham vs. Chelsea: Live stream, TV channel
- Date: Friday, August 22
- Venue: London Stadium, London, England
- Time: 8:00 p.m. BST
- TV/Stream: Sky Sports, Sky Go