Premier League - West Ham United VS Chelsea Prediction

Premier League - West Ham United VS Chelsea
Match Time: 21-09-2024 19:30 Saturday (GMT+8)
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Team Analysis
West Ham enters this London Derby with a challenging start to their Premier League campaign, having only secured one victory against Crystal Palace. Their recent draw with Fulham, courtesy of a last-minute equalizer, highlights their struggles. Despite heavy investments in the summer, the team is yet to perform consistently under new coach Julen Lopetegui. The squad is relatively healthy, with only Aaron Cresswell listed as injured, giving them depth to potentially exploit Chelsea's weaknesses.

Chelsea has had a solid start under Enzo Maresca, losing just once to Manchester City. Their performances have been mixed, with a hard-earned win over Bournemouth showcasing some vulnerabilities. The team relies heavily on their new attacking options, with substitutes like Nkunku making vital contributions. However, they continue to miss their captain, Reece James, due to injury, which impacts their defensive structure.

Head-to-Head
Chelsea has generally performed well against West Ham, winning three of their last five encounters. However, matches at the London Stadium have been less favorable for Chelsea, with only one win since April 2021, alongside a draw and two losses. This gives West Ham a psychological edge when playing at home.

Prediction
Considering both teams' form and historical performances at the London Stadium, this match is expected to be competitive. Chelsea, while the stronger side on paper, struggles at West Ham’s home ground. A high-scoring game is anticipated, with a potential 2-2 draw. Both teams are likely to score, and the game could see more than 2.5 goals. Additionally, the match may feature fewer than 11.5 corners, given both teams' current corner stats.

Pick: Over 2.5 goals