West Ham vs Chelsea Previa

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Después de un chaotic opening weekend to the Premier League campaign that left more than half the division without a victory, attention turns to this Friday night London derby between two sides hoping to kickstart their seasons at the second attempt. West Ham return to the London Stadium eager to put an embarrassing Matchday One showing behind them, while visitors Chelsea will look to build momentum after a somewhat fortunate stalemate.

Noticias y actualidad de los partidos

West Ham couldn’t have asked for a worse start to 2025/26, sliding to a humbling 3-0 loss away to newly promoted Sunderland. That result has already placed pressure on manager Graham Potter, whose style of play continues to draw criticism after a difficult 2024/25 campaign which saw the Hammers finish 17th. Despite still being publicly backed by the board, Potter desperately needs a result to ease mounting concern — particularly after winning just one of West Ham’s last eight Premier League home matches (D3, L4). With frustration among supporters bubbling, a poor result here against one of his former employers could see his tenure come under further scrutiny.

Chelsea arrive off the back of a 0-0 draw against Crystal Palace that was mired in controversy due to a VAR intervention which denied Eberechi Eze a seemingly legitimate goal. That result extended Enzo Maresca’s unbeaten competitive start as Blues boss, though his side still looked short of sharpness after a gruelling summer which included CWC glory in the USA.

They now find themselves opening their campaign with four consecutive London derbies — something that may work to their advantage given Chelsea’s Premier League record of 130 derby wins is the highest in league history. What won’t be so comforting is their away record — only two victories in their last 11 league road trips (D3, L6) across last season highlights their inconsistency outside Stamford Bridge.

Historia del cara a cara

Although Chelsea have come out on top in the last three meetings between these two clubs, the East London venue has not always provided a happy hunting ground for the Blues. Over their last 11 away league games at West Ham, Chelsea have won just three (D2, L6).

However, Graham Potter’s woeful personal record against Chelsea may encourage the visitors: remarkably, the former Brighton manager has never beaten the Blues in seven previous attempts (D4, L3).

Estadísticas y tendencias

• West Ham have conceded the first goal in four of their last five top-flight home matches.
• The Hammers have won four of their previous five Premier League fixtures played on a Friday.
• Only one of Chelsea’s last eight Premier League games played on a Friday saw both teams score.
• Eleven of Chelsea’s last thirteen league goals have arrived after half-time — a sign of their tendency to grow into games.

Jugadores clave a seguir

Callum Wilson (West Ham) – A summer arrival from Newcastle, Wilson will be desperate to impress after sitting out the opening-day defeat.

Known for fast starts, the striker has netted five of his last six club goals before the break.

João Pedro (Chelsea) – The Brazilian may relish this opponent more than most: he has faced West Ham six times without failing to find the net, making them his favourite top-flight victims.

Seven of his last eight club goals have come before the hour mark — a danger sign for the Hammers’ backline.

Noticias del equipo

The hosts remain without winger Crysencio Summerville due to a long-term injury, placing further burden on Jarrod Bowen and James Ward-Prowse to provide creativity in attack.

Chelsea continue to navigate a lengthy injury list, headlined by Romeo Lavia alongside fellow absentees Wesley Fofana, Carney Chukwuemeka and Reece James, although Moisés Caicedo is expected to be fit again after missing their opener.

Análisis de apuestas

Chelsea may be favourites on paper, but their poor away form and West Ham’s decent recent home record in this fixture suggests the Hammers should not be written off. Considering four wins in their last five Friday night league games and Potter’s tendency to set up cautiously in big matches, West Ham in the ‘double chance’ market (win or draw) may offer value. Goals could arrive late if Chelsea’s trend of second-half scoring continues.

Predicted Score: West Ham 1–2 Chelsea

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