Article: Chelsea vs Fulham EPL
Written by: Reagan Oluoch
Date Published: 26-12-2024
Chelsea vs Fulham EPL Week 18 Betting Prediction, Odds, and Stats
In a thrilling Boxing Day contest, Chelsea welcomes home London rivals Fulham at Stamford Bridge. This week’s Boxing Day Chelsea vs Fulham EPL presents an exciting opportunity for the Blues, desperate to return to winning ways after dropping points at Goodison Park last time out.
This betting guide examines the key markets, historical trends, and value opportunities for this Premier League fixture.
Key Takeaways
- Chelsea will welcome home London rivals Fulham at Stamford Bridge on December 26th. The match will kick off at 15:00 UTC.
- Chelsea were held to a goalless draw against Everton in their previous outing.
- Chelsea have won their previous three matches against Fulham.
- Fulham played a goalless draw against Southampton in their previous league outing.
- Both sides are active in their goal-scoring format; hence, we predict BTTS.
League | Match | Date | Stadium |
Premier League | Chelsea vs Fulham | 26th of December, 15:00 UTC | Stamford Bridge |
Chelsea vs Fulham EPL News
Chelsea is second in the Premier League table and has demonstrated impressive performances this season. However, the Blues failed to break through in their last match, settling for a frustrating 0-0 draw against Everton, and they will need to elevate their game this weekend.
Meanwhile, Fulham is in ninth spot in the league standings and has shown mixed results during the past twelve months. The Cottagers shared points in a goalless draw with Southampton in their previous fixture and are eager to make a statement in this encounter.
Chelsea vs Fulham EPL Week 18: Current Form
Chelsea dropped points in their last league outing at Goodison Park, where they settled for a 0-0 draw against Everton. Similarly, Fulham dropped points against relegation-battled Southampton in a goalless draw.
Chelsea News: Current Form
- Chelsea enters the match unbeaten in their last 12 games in all competitions, with only two losses this season.
- Chelsea has only lost once at Stamford Bridge, with their last defeat on the opening day against Manchester City.
- Chelsea has won four of its seven home league games, drawn three, and scored 15 points from its last 21.
Fulham News: Current Form
- Fulham played a goalless draw against Southampton in the previous league outing.
- Fulham is in excellent form and has been unbeaten in its last five games.
- Fulham have four draws in its last five fixtures, recently drawing in their last five away games in the Premier League, and most recently, drawing 2-2 with Liverpool.
Chelsea vs Fulham EPL – Head-to-Head Stats
Chelsea have historically dominated their West London rivalry with Fulham, winning 52 in their 91 total meetings. Fulham have managed just 12 victories against their neighbors, while 27 matches have ended in draws. This demonstrates Chelsea’s clear superiority in this fixture, with the Blues winning over half of all encounters between the two sides.
Chelsea vs Fulham EPL Predicted Lineups
Chelsea’s Marc Cucurella is available after suspension, and Romeo Lavia is available for selection. On the other hand, the latest sports news from the Cottagers reveals that Kenny Tete, Reiss Nelson, and Harrison Reed are long-term absentees.
Chelsea Lineup:
Sanchez (GK), Gusto, Adarabioya, Colwill, Cucurella. Fernandez, Caicedo, Madueke, Palmer, Sancho, Jackson.
Fulham Lineup:
Leno (GK), Castagne, Diop, Bassey, Robinson, Lukic, Pereira, Wilson, Smith Rowe, Iwobi, Muniz
Chelsea vs Fulham EPL Betting Prediction
The moneyline market currently presents Chelsea at 1.47, while Fulham is slightly higher at 6.05. The draw sits consistently around 4.8.
Both Teams to Score (BTTS) betting offfers appealing value at 1.59, considering that Chelsea conceded in seven of their eight home Premier League games.
Chelsea’s home scoring record stands out, with an impressive 2.6 goals per game average at Stamford Bridge. Their attacking prowess is evident in their recent form, having scored in their last 12 home games, including 3+ goals six times.
Summary Chelsea vs Fulham EPL
Market odds favor Chelsea, yet Fulham’s improved away form creates opportunities across various betting markets. Historical trends point toward Chelsea dominance, though recent fixtures suggest tighter margins and lower scoring patterns.
Where to Bet Chelsea vs Fulham EPL
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