Chelsea head across London to face West Ham on Friday night, looking to kick-start their Premier League campaign after a frustrating goalless draw with Crystal Palace. Enzo Maresca’s men created chances late on at Stamford Bridge but couldn’t find the finish, while the Hammers arrive off the back of a poor 3-0 defeat at Sunderland.
The Blues have dominated this fixture recently, winning each of the last three meetings by scorelines of 5-0, 3-0 and 2-1, and they look good value to extend that streak against Graham Potter’s struggling side.
🔮 Prediction 1: Chelsea to Win @ 4/5 (1.80) – Bet Here
Chelsea’s pre-season included convincing wins over PSG, Bayer Leverkusen and AC Milan, and despite a slow start last weekend they remain in good shape. West Ham were dismantled by Sunderland, their defence looking vulnerable and their new goalkeeper Mads Hermansen enduring a nightmare debut. Given the Blues’ recent dominance in this fixture, the away win appeals strongly.
🔮 Prediction 2: Over 2.5 Goals @ 10/11 (1.91) – Bet Here
The Blues’ attacking options are plentiful, with Cole Palmer, Pedro Neto and Marc Cucurella all providing threat. West Ham looked disorganised at the back in their opener, and with Chelsea committing numbers forward, another high-scoring clash looks likely. The last three head-to-heads all produced at least three goals, and the same can be expected here.
🔮 Prediction 3: Estevão to Score Anytime @ 21/10 (3.10) – Bet Here
The Brazilian teenager made an impact off the bench against Palace, registering the second-highest xG in the squad despite limited minutes. His flair and end product could earn him a start, and at this price he looks excellent value to open his Premier League account.
💡 Value Pick: Chelsea to win looks the safest play, but Estevão’s odds for anytime goalscorer offer real value given his creative spark and eye for goal.
