Match Preview
The North London derby is upon us once again‚ as Tottenham heads to Stamford Bridge on Sunday to take on their rivals Chelsea. This Premier League clash is always a tense affair‚ and with both teams looking to start their season on a strong note‚ expect fireworks. Tottenham will be keen to bounce back from their disappointing end to last season‚ while Chelsea will be hoping to build upon their impressive pre-season form.
Team News
Chelsea will be without Reece James and Ben Chilwell for this game. Both are key players for the Blues‚ but their absences will not be a major concern as the team looks to start the season strong. Tottenham will be missing Harry Kane and Son Heung-min‚ who will be playing their last game with the club before their move to Bayern Munich.
Head-to-Head
The head-to-head record between these two sides is heavily skewed in Chelsea’s favor‚ with the Blues winning 29 of their last 33 meetings across all competitions. Tottenham last won at Stamford Bridge in 2018. However‚ Tottenham is expected to bring a new energy to the pitch as their new manager‚ Mauricio Pochettino‚ returns to Stamford Bridge. The Blues will need to be on top of their game to secure a win against a highly motivated and hungry Spurs side.
Betting Odds
The bookmakers are favoring Chelsea to win this match‚ with odds of around 11/5. Tottenham‚ on the other hand‚ are priced at 19/10. A draw is also a viable outcome‚ with odds hovering around 13/5. The over/under for total goals scored in the match is set at 2.5‚ with over 2.5 goals priced at 8/11 and under 2.5 goals at 11/10.
Chelsea vs Tottenham Predictions
This match is a tough one to predict‚ with both teams having their strengths and weaknesses. Chelsea boasts a more experienced squad with key players like Reece James and Ben Chilwell‚ while Tottenham has the attacking prowess of Son Heung-min and Harry Kane. Considering the past history of this rivalry‚ a draw is a strong possibility.
Betting Tips
Given the high-scoring nature of both teams‚ “Over 2.5 goals” is a tempting bet. With the rivalry and the history of close matches‚ a draw is also a strong contender. For those looking for a riskier bet‚ “Son Heung-min to score anytime” could be worth considering‚ given his prolific goal-scoring abilities.
Lineups
While the official lineups won’t be confirmed until closer to kick-off‚ here’s a potential starting XI for both teams based on recent form and injury reports⁚
Chelsea (4-3-3)⁚ Kepa Arrizabalaga; Ben Chilwell‚ Levi Colwill‚ Thiago Silva‚ Reece James; Enzo Fernandez‚ Conor Gallagher‚ Moises Caicedo; Raheem Sterling‚ Nicolas Jackson‚ Mykhailo Mudryk
Tottenham (4-2-3-1)⁚ Guglielmo Vicario; Destiny Udogie‚ Micky van de Ven‚ Cristian Romero‚ Emerson Royal; Yves Bissouma‚ Pape Matar Sarr; Dejan Kulusevski‚ James Maddison‚ Son Heung-min; Richarlison
The Chelsea vs. Tottenham match promises to be a thrilling encounter. With both teams looking to make a statement early in the season‚ expect a high-intensity match with chances at both ends. While Chelsea might be the favorites on paper‚ Tottenham’s recent performances and the unpredictable nature of this rivalry make it a tough call. Ultimately‚ it’s a match that could go either way‚ making it an exciting prospect for fans and bettors alike.