Chelsea is aiming to end their struggles in the Premier League with a win against Fulham, who are also struggling in the contest. These two teams are actually at the bottom-half of the league table, considering their results recently. Chelsea is sitting at the 15th of the standings with just five points form their five matches, three places above the relegation zone. As for Fulham, they are at the better place, sitting at the 12th of the league table with eight points across their names. Despite being at a worse place, Chelsea is actually doing well when playing against Fulham. In fact, from their 89 matches across all contests, they were able to win 50 matches. On the other hand, Fulham only recorded 12 win, while the remaining matches all ended in draw. This meeting is on October 3, 2023, at 3:00 AM (GMT+8).
Chelsea
Chelsea secured a small victory in the EFL Cup, despite a disappointing Premier League season, by securing their first win of the month against Brighton. Nicolas Jackson also helped break their three-game streak without making the net. However, Mauricio Pochettino’s squad failed to win or score in their last three Premier League fixtures, with Ollie Watkins’ strike against Aston Villa causing them to fall close to danger in 15th place. Their poor start to a new term since the 1978-79 season marks their worst start since the 1978-79 season. Fulham broke their 21-strike streak with a 2-1 win at home and a 0-0 draw at Stamford Bridge, and a similar situation could be expected in the upcoming matches.
It is unfortunate that they will be without Ben Chilwell due to his hamstring injury, and no date of return yet is announced. Romeo Lavia, Benoit Badiashile, Reece James, Christopher Nkunku, Wesley Fofana, Marcus Bettinelli, and Trevoh Chalobah remains to be unavailable here. However, they remain optimistic that Chukwuemeka, and Madueke, might take part here.
Fulham
Fulham have extended their unbeaten run in all tournaments to three matches and set up another tie with Championship opposition, Ipswich Town, in round four. The hosts’ victory over Norwich came four days after a goalless draw with Crystal Palace, putting them in 11th place in the table. Fulham, who have only lost one of their last six matches in all tournaments, are heading into Monday’s derby with only one loss in all six matches. They have only lost one of their last nine Premier League matches in the top flight, and their most recent victory came against Manchester City at the Etihad. Fulham’s recent victory over Luton Town ended an eight-game run without a Premier League clean sheet at Craven Cottage.
Just like their opponent, Fulham also have series of injuries that will bother them. Calvin Bassey continuously suffer from his back injury. Adarabioyo, and Traore are also unavailable coming into this game due to their injuries. Fortunately, Sasa Lukic returned from their team training, after his knee concern.
Prediction:
Chelsea (2.5)
Odds: -0.80
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