Chelsea v Fulham

Fulham travel to Stamford Bridge after a goalless draw against basement boys Southampton on Sunday as Chelsea look to extend their 12-game unbeaten run. The Blues are playing their first Boxing Day game since 2021 and will hope to continue their solid festive form in what could be a classic West London derby.

⭐ Chelsea v Fulham Best Bets

This bet can be backed as a single at 1.73.

A strong case can be made for backing both teams to score, and over 2.5 goals in this matchup, given the recent form and stats of these two teams. Both Chelsea and Fulham’s recent games have been synonymous with high-scoring affairs, with Chelsea finding the net in 10 of their last 12 matches and Fulham in 11 of their last 12. This remarkable consistency highlights their offensive prowess while simultaneously pointing to vulnerabilities at the back.

Fulham have demonstrated their attacking potential against even the league's most formidable defences. They've scored 5 goals combined against Arsenal, Liverpool, and Manchester City this season.

Chelsea themselves have been goal machines this year, leading the league for goals scored. Matches involving the Blues have averaged an impressive 3.31 goals per game, underlining their relentless attacking style and their tendency to be involved in end-to-end encounters. With both teams showcasing such attacking intent and defensive frailties, the likelihood of goals at both ends is particularly high.

This matchup promises plenty of action, making this bet an enticing choice for those looking to capitalise on an open and entertaining contest.

👕 Chelsea v Fulham Predicted XI

🔍 Chelsea v Fulham Players to Watch

🔵 Cole Palmer

Cole Palmer has been phenomenal for Chelsea this season, emerging as their standout attacking threat. Averaging an impressive 3.47 shots per game, with 1.47 of those on target, he has proven himself a relentless force in front of goal. His tally of 11 Premier League goals underscores his clinical edge and consistency.

While Fulham have been solid overall this year, they still concede an average of 1.3 goals per game. With Chelsea expected to find the net, Palmer’s presence in the attacking third makes him a prime candidate to score. Backing him to get on the scoresheet is usually a smart play.

⚪️ Alex Iwobi

This selection provides excellent value at these odds. Iwobi has been in outstanding form for Fulham this season, consistently posing a threat in attack. He averages 1.94 shots per game, with 1 shot on target per match, making him a reliable option in this market. As Fulham's joint-top scorer with 5 goals, Iwobi has proven his ability to deliver in key moments. Additionally, Chelsea's defensive record shows they concede an average of 4.54 shots on target per game, further increasing the likelihood of Iwobi registering an attempt on target.

📂 Chelsea v Fulham Cheat Sheet

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💻 Chelsea v Fulham Form and Tactics

Chelsea have firmly positioned themselves as strong title contenders this season, currently sitting second in the Premier League. Their attacking prowess has been remarkable, boasting the 2nd-highest goal tally in the league. However, they were held to a stalemate in their last match against Everton, making this upcoming game 1 to watch.

Fulham have continued to impress this season, setting their sights on European qualification. Despite a 3-match winless run, they have demonstrated their quality by holding both Liverpool and Arsenal to draws.

🏁 Chelsea v Fulham Ref Watch

• Referee: Thomas Bramall
• He mainly referees in the Premier League and the Championship.
• This will only be his 8th match this season as referee.
• This season in the Premier League he has given out 11 yellow cards in two matches with an average of 5.5 per game.

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* All odds displayed correct at the time of publishing.