West Ham United vs Chelsea - Premier League
Fixture Preview - 22 August 2025
Match Context & Stakes
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Match Preview
West Ham United hosts Chelsea at the London Stadium on Friday evening in a clash that promises to be intriguing, given the contrasting form of both teams. The Hammers have struggled recently, managing just two wins in their last five matches, while Chelsea arrives with a solid unbeaten streak, including four consecutive victories. Historically, Chelsea has had the upper hand in this fixture, winning six of the last ten encounters, which could weigh heavily on West Ham's confidence. One angle to consider is the potential for both teams to find the net, as seen in six of their last ten meetings. With West Ham's attacking prowess, particularly at home, and Chelsea's ability to score consistently, the odds of 1.73 for both teams to score could be worth exploring. Additionally, given the attacking styles of both sides, the over 2.5 goals market at 1.75 also appears appealing. As the match unfolds, the tactical battle between the managers will be crucial in determining the outcome, but expect an entertaining contest with plenty of goal-scoring opportunities.
Prediction Strength
Full Time Result
Over/Under 2.5
Both Teams to Score
Mini League Table
View full table →| Pos | Team | P | W | D | L | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Chelsea | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| 2 |  Manchester City | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| 3 |  Sunderland | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| 4 |  Tottenham Hotspur | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| 5 |  Liverpool | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| 6 |  Nottingham Forest | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| 7 |  Arsenal | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| 8 |  Leeds United | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| 9 |  Brighton & Hove Albion | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 10 |  Fulham | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 11 |  Aston Villa | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 12 |  Newcastle United | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 13 |  Crystal Palace | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 14 |  Everton | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 15 |  Manchester United | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 16 |  AFC Bournemouth | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 17 |  Brentford | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 18 |  Burnley | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 19 |  Wolverhampton Wanderers | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 20 |  West Ham United | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| August 22, 2025 | West Ham United | 1–5 | Chelsea | Premier League |
| February 3, 2025 | Chelsea | 2–1 | West Ham United | Premier League |
| September 21, 2024 | West Ham United | 0–3 | Chelsea | Premier League |
| May 5, 2024 | Chelsea | 5–0 | West Ham United | Premier League |
| August 20, 2023 | West Ham United | 3–1 | Chelsea | Premier League |
| February 11, 2023 | West Ham United | 1–1 | Chelsea | Premier League |
| September 3, 2022 | Chelsea | 2–1 | West Ham United | Premier League |
| April 24, 2022 | Chelsea | 1–0 | West Ham United | Premier League |
| December 4, 2021 | West Ham United | 3–2 | Chelsea | Premier League |
| April 24, 2021 | West Ham United | 0–1 | Chelsea | Premier League |