Chelsea will aim to shake off their recent setback as they welcome struggling West Ham to Stamford Bridge in a highly anticipated Premier League showdown on Monday, February 5. The Blues are eager to bounce back after suffering a 3-1 defeat against Manchester City on Saturday, while the Hammers are searching for consistency following a 1-1 draw with Aston Villa.
Match Details: Chelsea vs. West Ham
- Date: Monday, February 5, 2024
- Kickoff Time: 8:00 p.m. GMT | 1:45 a.m. Nepal Time (Tuesday, February 6)
- Venue: Stamford Bridge, London
- TV Channels: Sky Sports Main Event, Sky Sports Premier League, Sky Sports HDR (UK)
- Live Streaming: Sky Sports website, Sky Go UK, NOW
Chelsea’s Push for Redemption
After a promising run of form, Chelsea stumbled at the Etihad Stadium, conceding three goals to City in a frustrating night for Enzo Maresca’s side. Sitting in sixth place with 40 points from 23 matches, the Blues are eager to reassert themselves in the battle for European qualification.
Their home form, however, remains a beacon of hope. Chelsea are unbeaten in their last three Premier League fixtures at Stamford Bridge, showcasing their resilience in front of their home supporters. They have also dominated West Ham in recent encounters, securing emphatic victories of 3-0 and 5-0 in their last two meetings.
West Ham’s Struggles on the Road
David Moyes’ West Ham have hit a rough patch, winning just one of their last six matches across all competitions. Despite their fighting spirit in the 1-1 draw against Aston Villa, their lack of clinical finishing remains a concern. The return of Konstantinos Mavropanos from suspension is a welcome boost for the Hammers’ defense, but injuries to key players such as Michail Antonio, Niclas Füllkrug, and Crysencio Summerville pose significant challenges in attack.
Team News & Probable Lineups
Chelsea
Injuries continue to plague the Blues, with Wesley Fofana, Benoit Badiashile, Omari Kellyman, and Romeo Lavia sidelined. Mykhailo Mudryk is suspended, while goalkeeper Robert Sanchez is under scrutiny after recent errors, potentially paving the way for Filip Jorgensen’s inclusion.
Predicted XI (4-2-3-1): Sanchez (GK) – James, Chalobah, Colwill, Cucurella – Caicedo, Fernandez – Madueke, Palmer, Neto – Jackson
West Ham
The Hammers could see Jarrod Bowen return to the squad, while Lucas Paquetá remains doubtful with a minor knock. However, key absences include Michail Antonio, Niclas Füllkrug, and Jean-Clair Todibo, reducing West Ham’s attacking firepower.
Predicted XI (3-4-2-1): Areola (GK) – Coufal, Kilman, Mavropanos – Wan-Bissaka, Soucek, Alvarez, Emerson – Paquetá, Kudus – Bowen
Match Prediction: Chelsea 2-1 West Ham
Chelsea’s recent home form and their dominant record against West Ham put them in a strong position to take all three points. While West Ham will put up a fight, their injury concerns and inconsistency on the road may prove costly. Expect a competitive game, but the Blues should have just enough quality to edge past their London rivals.
