Chelsea Aim to Maintain Momentum in London Derby vs West Ham

English Premier League  -  Chelsea VS West Ham United
Match Time:01-02-2026 01:30 Sunday (GMT+8)
Football Livescore | Match Prediction & Tips
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Chelsea return to Premier League action at Stamford Bridge after a midweek Champions League win, hosting West Ham United in a London derby. The Blues face a more confident Hammers side than earlier in the season. Their last meeting ended in a dominant 5–1 Chelsea victory back in August.

Team Analysis:
Chelsea arrive full of confidence after a dramatic Champions League win over Napoli and an impressive start under new boss Liam Rosenior. The Blues are pushing toward the top four, boasting strong recent league form and a dominant record against West Ham. The Hammers have shown signs of revival under Nuno Espirito Santo, but remain in the relegation zone and face a tough task at Stamford Bridge.

Player Situation:
Chelsea remain hit by several injuries, but Cole Palmer is now fully fit and could return to the starting XI, while Joao Pedro pushes to lead the attack after a strong scoring run. Defensive and wide positions are also up for grabs as Liam Rosenior considers rotating his lineup. West Ham may hand Adama Traore his full debut, with January signings expected to keep their places despite off-field transfer distractions.

Result Prediction:
Chelsea will be wary of West Ham’s recent improvement and growing attacking threat. Even so, the Blues remain clear favourites thanks to their stronger overall form. With depth and quality across the squad, Chelsea are expected to have enough to secure the win and stay in the top-five race.

Predicted Result: Chelsea 2-0 West Ham United.