The Matchday 30 clash in the Premier League between Chelsea and Tottenham will take place on April 3 at Stamford Bridge in London. Chelsea vs. Tottenham: prediction and betting odds, statistics.
Chelsea
The Londoners took full advantage of their schedule, which gifted them two consecutive home matches against Premier League outsiders: they thrashed Southampton (4-0) and overcame Leicester (1-0). However, in their last league encounter, the club was defeated away by fellow Londoners Arsenal (0-1). Despite underwhelming results this calendar year, Enzo Maresca's side remains in fourth place in the standings, but now only one point separates them from their nearest competitor in the battle for a Champions League spot.
- In their last 13 Premier League matches, Chelsea has managed only four wins (3 draws and 6 losses).
- No more than three goals have been scored in 5 of Chelsea's last 6 Premier League games.
- The team has won their last four home league matches.
Predicted lineup for Chelsea (4-2-3-1)
Robert Sanchez – Levi Colwill, Wesley Fofana, Marc Cucurella, Benoit Badiashile – Reece James, Moises Caicedo – Pedro Neto, Enzo Fernandez, Jadon Sancho – Christopher Nkunku.
Midfielder Omari Kellyman is out due to injury. Forward Mykhailo Mudryk continues to serve a suspension due to a failed doping test.
Tottenham
Ange Postecoglou's side has been unable to secure a league victory for three matches. First, they lost at home to Manchester City (0-1) and drew with Bournemouth (2-2), then were defeated away by Fulham (0-2). The Londoners have dropped to 14th in the standings and are no longer contending for a spot in European competitions, trailing by 13 points. However, it's worth noting the team's attack, which has scored 55 goals. Only Liverpool has scored more in the Premier League.
- The club has not won in 10 of their last 13 league encounters (2 draws and 8 losses).
- Tottenham has a 13-match uncompromising away streak in the Premier League (5 wins and 8 losses).
- The team has not lost in the second half in 9 of their last 10 away Premier League games (4 wins and 5 draws).
Predicted lineup for Tottenham (4-3-3)
Guglielmo Vicario – Ben Davies, Cristian Romero, Destiny Udogie, Jed Spence – Rodrigo Bentancur, Archie Gray, Yves Bissouma – Mathys Tel, Brennan Johnson, Dominic Solanke.
Defender Radu Dragusin is out for the rest of the year due to injury.
Referee
Craig Pawson (England)
Matches – 17 (Premier League, 2024/25);
Yellow cards shown (including second yellows) – 68;
Average yellow cards per match – 4;
Red cards shown – 3;
Average fouls per match – 23;
Penalties – 18%.
Match Prediction: Chelsea vs. Tottenham
A short two-week break should help Chelsea regain their strength and allow the coach to motivate his players for the season's finish. Since the start of the year, Enzo Maresca's side has gradually declined, dropping points even in matches against lower-table teams. In March, the team looked better, and the club's injury list has significantly shortened, so I expect only a victory from the home side in the upcoming match.
Additionally, Chelsea currently boasts four consecutive home wins in the league. Their opponents were from the lower part of the table, and Tottenham is no longer even a mid-table team. Chelsea has won the last three head-to-head Premier League encounters. Moreover, in the last six consecutive league meetings at this stadium, the hosts have not lost to Tottenham (4 wins and 2 draws).
My prediction – Chelsea to win
