The Matchday 33 Premier League clash between Fulham and Chelsea will take place on April 20 at Craven Cottage in London. Fulham vs. Chelsea: prediction and betting odds, statistics.
Fulham
The London club continues to be inconsistent. In their last 12 league matches, they've avoided draws, securing six wins and suffering six defeats. In the previous round, Marco Silva's side lost 0-1 away to Bournemouth, although they had previously defeated Liverpool 3-2 at home. Due to this lack of stability, Fulham is in ninth place in the standings, six points adrift of the European competition spots.
- Exactly two or three goals have been scored in 7 of Fulham's last 9 Premier League games.
- Fulham has not won the first half in 12 of their last 13 league matches (6 draws and 6 losses).
- Both teams have scored in 12 of Fulham's last 16 home Premier League fixtures.
Predicted lineup for Fulham (4-2-3-1)
Bernd Leno – Antonee Robinson, Joachim Andersen, Calvin Bassey, Timothy Castagne – Sander Berge, Andreas Pereira – Ryan Sessegnon, Alex Iwobi, Sasa Lukic – Rodrigo Muniz.
Chelsea
Just like in the first round, Chelsea couldn't overcome Ipswich: in late December, they lost 0-2 away, and in the last round, they managed only a 2-2 draw at home. Under Enzo Maresca, Chelsea is unbeaten in their last three league matches, with one win and two draws. Due to these mixed results, Chelsea has dropped to sixth place, trailing Manchester City by one point, who occupy the fifth spot that grants a Champions League berth next season.
- At least one team has failed to score in 5 of Chelsea's last 6 Premier League matches.
- No more than three goals have been scored in 7 of Chelsea's last 9 league games.
- Chelsea has not won the first half in their last eight away Premier League matches (3 draws and 5 losses).
Predicted lineup for Chelsea (4-3-3)
Robert Sanchez – Tosin Adarabioyo, Levi Colwill, Marc Cucurella, Trevoh Chalobah – Enzo Fernandez, Moises Caicedo, Cole Palmer – Noni Madueke, Pedro Neto, Nicolas Jackson.
Forward Mykhailo Mudryk continues to serve a suspension due to a failed doping test. Defenders Wesley Fofana, forward Marc Guehi, and midfielder Omari Kellyman are sidelined with injuries.
Referee
Anthony Taylor (England)
Matches – 27 (Premier League, 2024/25);
Yellow cards shown (including second yellows) – 79;
Average yellow cards per match – 2.9;
Red cards shown – 5;
Average fouls per match – 21;
Penalties – 26%.
Fulham vs. Chelsea: Match Prediction
Bookmakers slightly favor the visitors in this London derby. However, I believe Enzo Maresca's side is playing weaker football in the second half of the season compared to the first. The team has lost its spark after the Christmas holidays, winning only five of their last 16 Premier League matches (5 draws and 6 losses). Notably, Chelsea has only beaten teams ranked no higher than 15th during this period.
Fulham is an unpredictable team, yet they rise to the occasion against strong opponents. At home, Marco Silva's side has lost only twice in their last 10 Premier League games (4 wins and 4 draws). They have won their last two home matches in the league. On the other hand, Chelsea has failed to win in their last eight away league games (3 draws and 5 losses), scoring just three goals in this poor away run.
My prediction – Fulham with a handicap (0)
