West Ham United vs Chelsea: A crunch and tasty affair takes place at the London Stadium as West ham United lock horns with Chelsea.
Both teams are on equal points but Chelsea are on 4th currently due to their superior goal difference. This one promises to be one of the best fixtures this season given what’s at stake.
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Match Details:
Teams: West Ham United vs Chelsea
Venue: London Stadium, London
Date: Saturday, 24th April, 2021
Time: 10:00 PM IST
Preview:
David Moyes’ West Ham United take on Chelsea at the London Stadium on Saturday.
The perfect clash to decide which team can sustain the pressures at this juncture of the season.
It is 5th place vs 4th place with all to play for.
West Ham United lost a crucial match against Newcastle United 3-2 in their last match while Chelsea drew Brighton 0-0 at home.
EPL Result: Chelsea draw 0-0 at home against Brighton, rise to 4th spot
Both the teams need wins to take control of the top 4 and hence this promises to be a classic.
Form Guide (last 5 league matches)
West Ham United: LDWWL
Chelsea: WDLWD
Last Matches of both teams:
West Ham United 3-2 Newcastle United
Chelsea 0-0 Brighton and Hove Albion
Where to watch the live telecast and streaming of West Ham United vs Chelsea?
The match will be broadcast in India on Star Sports Select 2/HD and the live stream is available on the Disney Hotstar App.
Team News
Antonio and Rice continue to be out for the hosts while Cresswell, Masuaku are doubtful for this one. Dawson is suspended after being sent off against Newcastle United.
Kovacic is ruled out for Chelsea while Silva is doubtful for this one having just recovered from his muscle injury.
West Ham United possible 11:
Fabianski, Balbuena, Diop, Ogbonna, Coufal, Soucek, Noble, Johnson, Bowen, Fornals and Lingard.
Chelsea possible 11:
Mendy, Rüdiger, Christensen, Azpilicueta, Chilwell, Jorginho, Kanté, Hudson-Odoi, Pulisic, Mount and Werner.
Prediction: West Ham United 2-1 Chelsea
A thriller is on the cards and even though we have a injury hit West Ham, we expect them to edge this thriller by the odd goal due to their superior confidence and ability they possess.
Chelsea has been brilliant under Tuchel and are to pose a tough fight against the Hammers.
The Hammers have the second-best home record this season in the league and hence we feel they are to pocket the three points.
Players to watch out for: Lingard, Soucek, Werner, Pulisic.
