Chelsea v West Ham Predictions, Betting Tips, Lineups and Free Bets (2024)
Chelsea and West Ham go head-to-head in a London derby at Stamford Bridge on Sunday, May 5٫ 2024. Chelsea are the 4/6 favourites to win the game٫ implying a 60% chance of victory. West Ham are the 18/5 outsiders٫ with the draw priced at 100/30. Goals look likely at the Bridge٫ with over 2.5 at just 2/5 and the Betfred traders are keen on Both Teams to Score with yes priced at 4/9.
Chelsea are in a good run of form at the moment, having won six of their last seven home games. West Ham, meanwhile, have won just one of their last eight Premier League matches.
Our betting experts predict Chelsea to win this one comfortably but with West Ham grabbing a consolation goal. We also see this game being a feisty affair with a lot of bookings for both sides.
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Match Preview
Chelsea and West Ham will face off in a London derby at Stamford Bridge on Sunday, May 5, 2024. This Premier League clash sees two London sides heading in contrasting directions as the season reaches its climax. Chelsea, having secured a comfortable 2-0 win over Tottenham on Thursday night, are looking to secure a European spot, while West Ham are battling to avoid dropping into the bottom half of the table.
The Blues have been on a strong run of form lately, losing only once in their last 11 matches and winning six of their last seven at home. Meanwhile, West Ham are in a precarious position, having won just one of their last eight Premier League games. Despite their recent struggles, West Ham will be looking to upset their London rivals and cause a dent in Chelsea’s European ambitions.
This matchup promises a tense and exciting encounter, with both sides eager to claim victory in this important London derby;
Betting Odds
The betting odds for this match are as follows⁚
- Chelsea to win⁚ 4/6 (1.67)
- Draw⁚ 100/30 (4.33)
- West Ham to win⁚ 18/5 (4.60)
These odds suggest that Chelsea are the clear favorites to win the match, with a 60% implied probability of victory. West Ham are considered the underdogs, with a 20% implied probability of winning.
The odds for the total goals market are as follows⁚
- Over 2.5 goals⁚ 2/5 (1.40)
- Under 2.5 goals⁚ 11/8 (2;38)
The oddsmakers believe that there is a high probability of at least three goals being scored in the match. The odds for both teams to score are as follows⁚
- Both teams to score⁚ 4/9 (1.44)
- Both teams not to score⁚ 11/5 (3.20)
The odds for both teams to score are relatively short, indicating that the oddsmakers believe that there is a good chance that both Chelsea and West Ham will find the back of the net.
Chelsea Team News
Chelsea are currently facing an injury crisis, with as many as 14 first-team players unavailable or doubtful for the match against West Ham. Despite this, the Blues have a strong starting XI and are optimistic about securing a vital three points.
Notable absentees include⁚
However, both Chilwell and Sterling are close to full recovery and could be available for selection.
Despite the injury woes, Chelsea are in a good run of form, having won six of their last seven home games.
West Ham Team News
West Ham have a much healthier squad compared to Chelsea, with only two confirmed absentees for the trip to Stamford Bridge.
- Nayef Aguerd
David Moyes will be looking for his team to bounce back from their recent struggles, having won just one of their last eight Premier League matches.
Despite their recent form, West Ham will be looking to put up a fight against their London rivals and could be a dangerous opponent if they can find their scoring boots.
Betting Tips
Based on the current form of both teams and the injury situations, here are some betting tips for Chelsea vs West Ham⁚
- Chelsea to win and Both Teams to Score⁚ This tip is based on Chelsea’s home form and ability to score goals, while West Ham might be able to find the back of the net against a potentially weakened Chelsea defence. (Odds⁚ 8/5)
- Each team to have over 19.5 booking points⁚ This London derby has a history of being feisty, with West Ham seeing red in three of their last six matches against Chelsea. (Odds⁚ 8/11)
Remember, these are just tips and it’s always important to do your own research and gamble responsibly.
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Where to Watch
UK viewers can watch the Chelsea vs West Ham match live on Peacock. A subscription is required to access the stream. You can also follow the game live on our Premier League livescore with updated statistics and live text commentary.
This Chelsea vs West Ham match promises to be an exciting encounter with plenty of action on the pitch. With Chelsea in good form and West Ham fighting to stay out of the relegation zone, this game could go either way. It’s likely to be a high-scoring affair with both teams having the potential to find the back of the net. We recommend following our betting tips and predictions for this game and taking advantage of the free bets offered by Betfred and BetMGM.
