West Ham United vs Chelsea Prediction Betting Tips & Preview

West Ham United vs Chelsea Odds

Date: 22/08/25
Kick-off time: 20:00
Venue: London Stadium

Friday night football in East London. West Ham United host Chelsea at the London Stadium in a clash that feels like it could go either way. West Ham are desperate for a spark after a rough start, while Chelsea arrive with momentum and a solid run of form.

So, who comes out on top under the lights? Let’s take a closer look.

West Ham vs Chelsea Team News

West Ham head into this one with almost a full squad available. The only big miss is Crysencio Summerville (thigh injury). That leaves Graham Potter with plenty of options, and we could see a 3-4-1-2 system featuring Jarrod Bowen and Niclas Füllkrug leading the line. The big question is whether the Hammers’ defence can finally tighten up after conceding 10 goals in their last six games.

Chelsea also have a couple of absentees. Benoît Badiashile (muscle injury) and Levi Colwill (knee ligament) remain sidelined. Enzo Maresca is expected to stick with his 4-2-3-1 shape. João Pedro should start up front, with Cole Palmer and Pedro Neto supporting from behind. Defensively, Chelsea have looked rock solid – only two goals conceded in their last six matches.

Likely Lineups

West Ham: Hermansen; Todibo, Aguerd, Kilman; Wan-Bissaka, Ward-Prowse, Rodríguez, Hadji Malick; Paquetá; Bowen, Füllkrug

Chelsea: Sanchez; James, Acheampong, Chalobah, Cucurella; Caicedo, Enzo Fernández; Neto, Palmer, Bynoe-Gittens; João Pedro

West Ham vs Chelsea Betting Tips

Here’s what I think… this is going to be cagey. Chelsea are the form side, unbeaten in six, while West Ham can’t buy a win at home right now. That usually points in one direction.

But, football’s not always that simple. Bowen and Paquetá can cause problems, especially if West Ham nick the first goal. Still, Chelsea’s defence looks so well-drilled at the moment that it’s hard to see them being breached more than once.

Some betting angles worth looking at:

• Both teams to score – no.
• Chelsea to win & under 2.5 goals.
• João Pedro to score anytime.

West Ham vs Chelsea Match Prediction

Chelsea are likely to dominate possession, push West Ham deep, and wait for their moment. The Hammers will scrap, as they always do, but recent history doesn’t lie: they haven’t beaten Chelsea in their last three league meetings.

If Chelsea keep their cool and play with the same sharpness they’ve shown in recent weeks, they should edge this. West Ham will rely on Bowen to spark something, but against this Chelsea backline, chances will be rare.

Match Prediction: Chelsea to win. Bet with bet365.

West Ham vs Chelsea Correct Score Tips & Prediction

I’m leaning towards a narrow Chelsea victory here. Their defense is just too strong right now, and West Ham are struggling in front of goal.

Correct Score Prediction: Liverpool 3-1 Bournemouth. Bet with bet365.

West Ham vs Chelsea Over & Under Goals Betting Tips

The numbers point towards a tight game. West Ham have scored just six goals in their last six against Chelsea, while the Blues have kept four clean sheets in that span. Chelsea also aren’t blowing teams away – they prefer control and efficiency.

That makes under 2.5 goals the safe play.

Over/Under Prediction: Under 2.5 Goals. Bet with bet365.

West Ham vs Chelsea Bet Builder Tip

Here’s a combo that fits how I see this playing out:

• Chelsea to win
• Under 2.5 goals
• João Pedro anytime scorer
• Both teams to score – no

That’s your Friday night grind special.

Bet Builder Tip: Chelsea to Win, Under 2.5 Goals, João Pedro Anytime, BTTS No. Bet with bet365.

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