Chelsea FC is looking to get similar result from their FA Cup campaign, as they meet with Crystal Palace, who are currently struggling to keep things going. In the league table, these two teams are not far from each other, but Chelsea is better than the Palace. Chelsea is currently at the 11th of the league table, earning 31 points, from their 23 matches. Additionally, Chelsea are confident coming into this game, as they overcome Aston Villa in the FA Cup, in a score line of 3-1. On the other hand, the Palace are currently at the 15th of the league table with 24 points. However, the Palace are not that confident here, as they were thrashed on their last outing. The meeting between these two teams is on February 13, 2024, at 4:00 AM (GMT+8).
Chelsea FC
Chelsea manager Mauricio Pochettino and his team have been experiencing high temperatures over the winter period, with both teams facing strong competition. Fortunately, Chelsea managed to advance to the fifth round of the FA Cup and EFL Cup. This is despite being in mid-table mediocrity in 11th place. Chelsea could achieve an unwanted club first by scoring four goals in three successive games for the first time in the Premier League era, but also a desired club record. The visitors have won in each of their last 12 Premier League matches against Crystal Palace. A 13th victory would represent Chelsea’s longest winning streak against a single opponent in their entire league history. Chelsea’s route back into Europe is not entirely closed off, despite their mid-table mediocrity.
Benoit Badiashile, a former Chelsea defender, is unable to play in the FA Cup derby due to a groin injury. However, Levi Colwill, Trevoh Chalobah, Thiago Silva, and Robert Sanchez are recovering.
Crystal Palace
Brighton secured a 3-0 lead at the Amex Stadium last weekend, thanks to goals from Lewis Dunk, Jack Hinshelwood, and Facundo Buonanotte. However, Joao Pedro restored Brighton’s four-goal advantage, further reducing the Palace fans’ optimism. Hodgson’s decision to bring on an unfit Michael Olise, led to bewilderment and berating. Despite this, Olise remains in control of the team for the time being. The Eagles, currently 14th, have a five-point gap to the relegation zone, but their position could become more precarious depending on Saturday’s results. Despite this, the Selhurst Park contingent has seen their team take seven points from the last nine games at home, with successive wins over Brentford and Sheffield United. However, their visitors arrived with a renewed sense of self-assurance.
Olise, a winger, was benched due to an injury, and Hodgson’s decision to bring him on with the game lost has backfired. Ex-Blues defender Marc Guehi is also out with a knee injury. Joel Ward is in with a slight chance of returning, while Chris Richards should fill in for Guehi.
Prediction:
Chelsea FC (1.5)
Odds: -0.83
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