| West Ham United wins | Draw | Chelsea wins |
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| 5.05 | 4.02 | 1.65 |
| West Ham United | Chelsea |
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All Competitions
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LAST GAME: West Ham United 1 - 1 Lille
| LAST GAME: Chelsea 0 - 0 Crystal Palace
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Event Details
- Date and Time: Friday, August 22, 2025, 3:00 PM EDT
- Venue: London Stadium, London, England
- Competition: Premier League
| Odds via 20Bet | |
| West Ham United vs Chelsea | Friday, August 22, 2025, 3:00 PM EDT |
| West Ham United odds | +380 |
| Chelsea odds | -141 |
| Draw | +309 |
| Over\Under | Total 2.5: -139\+118 |
| Betting Bonus | Up to 100 $/€ |
West Ham United vs Chelsea Preview and Team News
West Ham United Team News
Graham Potter’s side suffered a crushing 0-3 defeat in the opening match against Sunderland. They failed to create dangerous chances and made several defensive errors. Their performance was marked by disorganization and a lack of effort. Defensively, the Hammers were weak, a fact harshly exposed by a newly-promoted team that played with greater intensity and coherence.
Goalkeeper Mads Hermansen, a £20 million summer signing, had a difficult debut, appearing unsure and at fault for at least one of the goals conceded. At the same time, Potter’s main challenge lies in improving a defensive structure in a backline that was repeatedly caught out of position and struggled in crucial aerial duels.
Lucas 🎧 pic.twitter.com/ckzpXLfgI4
— West Ham United (@WestHam) August 16, 2025
The issues, however, run deeper than just the back four. The summer sale of Mohammed Kudus to Tottenham stripped West Ham of their main creative outlet. His dynamism, unpredictability, and goal threat are irreplaceable, and for now, Lucas Paqueta and Jarrod Bowen are the key figures in attack.
There has been a significant morale boost after Lucas Paquetá was cleared of FA spot-fixing allegations by an independent commission at the end of July. He was found not guilty of the main betting charges. Potter has mentioned the “weight lifted” from the Brazilian player, who is expected to play a crucial role in creating chances in the upcoming game.
Potter’s tactical philosophy, centred on possession and fluid buildup, feels a world away from West Ham that took the field at the Stadium of Light. However, their recent preseason fixtures have shown some improvements in attacking play. The only loss came against Manchester United (1-2), while they beat Bournemouth 2-0 and won 2-1 against Everton. This is why the loss to Sunderland was such a shock to their fans.
As for availability, Crysencio Summerville remains out but is “really close” to returning from hamstring surgery. George Earthy is also sidelined.
West Ham United predicted lineup vs Chelsea (3-4-2-1): Hermansen; Todibo, Aguerd, Mavropanos; Walker-Peters, Souček, Ward-Prowse, Diouf; Paquetá, Bowen; Wilson.
Chelsea Team News
Chelsea’s start to the season has been nothing short of frustrating. They were held to a 0-0 draw at Stamford Bridge by a well-organized Crystal Palace side, a result that felt like two points dropped. The statistical dominance was evident – the Blues held over 75% possession. However, they struggled to create big chances against an organized mid-low block, a problem that has continued from the previous season despite their recent trophy successes.
This result came on the back of a sensational summer in which they lifted the FIFA Club World Cup, dismantling PSG 3-0 in the final with a commanding display against a high-pressing opponent. That performance, alongside their Conference League triumph last May, highlighted the strength of Maresca’s project.
Full-time at SB. ⏹️#CFC | #CHECRY pic.twitter.com/hvaIrhgJVB
— Chelsea FC (@ChelseaFC) August 17, 2025
He typically deploys a fluid 4-2-3-1 / 3-1-3-3 system where full-backs invert into midfield, while the team build patiently from the back and counterpress aggressively to win the ball back immediately. However, the game against Palace spotlighted their vulnerability to a low block, where a lack of individual brilliance or a wide attack can lead to big problems with penetration.
Injury concerns also add to the frustration. The biggest news is the ACL injury to center-back Levi Colwill, who is expected to miss most of the season. His absence is a huge blow to Maresca’s defensive plans. Benoit Badiashile and Romeo Lavia are nearing returns but are unlikely to be risked from the start here. Meanwhile, both Nicolas Jackson and Mykhailo Mudryk remain suspended.
Chelsea predicted lineup vs West Ham United (4-2-3-1): Sánchez; James, Chalobah, Adarabioyo, Cucurella; Caicedo, Enzo Fernández; Gittens, Palmer, Neto; João Pedro.
West Ham United vs Chelsea Prediction
- Pick: Chelsea to win
- Odds: -141 (20Bet)
- Score prediction: West Ham United 0-2 Chelsea
For Chelsea, the game plan is simple in theory but requires precision in execution. They’ll likely dominate the ball and territory, but the key tactical battle will be waged in the final third.
Can Cole Palmer find the space between West Ham’s midfield and defense? Can the wingers, likely Pedro Neto and Estevão, isolate and beat their full-backs?
I believe the answer is obvious. The Hammers’ defense against Sunderland showed a specific vulnerability near the penalty box, which is exactly where Chelsea can inflict maximum damage. The Blues have won their last three meetings with West Ham and seem to be the more stable team.
West Ham United vs Chelsea Prediction, Betting Tip
- Pick: Total Over 1.5
- Odds: -435 (20Bet)
At this stage, West Ham simply can’t defend as reliably as Crystal Palace did in the opening match against Chelsea. Therefore, the visitors will likely find plenty of space in the final third and maximize their attacking potential. It’s reasonable to expect this clash to feature several goals.
West Ham United vs Chelsea Where to Watch (USA, Canada)
- NBC Sports (USA)
- Fubo TV (Canada)
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