West Ham vs Chelsea Prediction 24.04.2021

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Here's our West Ham vs Chelsea Prediction analysis: In a high-profile London derby tie, Chelsea will visit the London Stadium to take on West Ham United in this latest round of Premier League fixtures on Saturday.

In their strong pursuit of continental football, West Ham are holding the so-called 'big boys' to ransom in the English top flight this term. And they will be eyeing the chance of getting one over one of their city rivals involved in this top-four race.

Meanwhile, Chelsea will still be hitting themselves after fluffing their lines on Tuesday, passing up on the chance of putting some distance between them and other top-four challengers. Nevertheless, they still lead the pack, albeit with little or no margin for a slip-up.

West Ham vs Chelsea Team News

West Ham, in their last outing, were on the wrong end of five-goal thriller, losing to relegation-threatened Newcastle United by 3-2. It was double tragedy at 36th-minute mark for the visitors when they had a man sent off, and Issa Diop turning the ball into back of his own net. Newcastle soon doubled their lead, though, through Joelinton who capitalised on a goalkeeping error from Fabianski.

However, a better second-half showing saw West Ham go back on level terms, only to be left heartbroken by a Joe Willock's goal with less than ten minutes to go, ultimately claiming the spoils for Newcastle United. Consequently, the Hammers would later lose hold on their top-four spot due to an inferior goal difference.

Quite frankly, West Ham have been impressive in the English top flight, pulling all their weight behind a challenge for the top four. That said, some of their performances still beg the question of whether they can rise to season-defining moments - including this tie with their West-London neighbours.

Meanwhile, Chelsea were held to a goalless stalemate by Brighton & Hove Albion at Stamford Bridge. It was an off day for the Blues who laboured against a well-organised Brighton defence. In fact, the hosts were fortunate to have come off with a point, as the best chances of the night fell to the Seagulls. Although Brighton had a man sent off, it barely counted as an advantage for Chelsea, as it was in the final minutes.

Even though this result ensured Chelsea's return to the top four, they are level on points with West Ham, as both sides boast 55 points each from 32 league games. So, this London derby clash represents a potential tiebreaker, and a pivotal event in the top-four race.

Meanwhile, it’s worth mentioning Chelsea's success in European and domestic cup competitions, having clinched a spot in the semifinals of Europe's elite competition, and subsequently defeating Manchester City to proceed into the final of the FA Cup.

But it must also be said that Chelsea's progress under new manager Thomas Tuchel has slowed down a bit, in fact, they have recorded a solitary win in their last four league games. Nonetheless, they will be fully aware of the importance of this game, and how it could make or mar their whole Premier League season.

Injured or Suspended Players

West Ham: Darren Randolph and Michail Antonio.
Chelsea: Charly Musonda Jr.

All odds are for West Ham vs Chelsea Predictions with 1xBet and are subject to change.

West Ham vs Chelsea Predictions

Since their 3-1 defeat to Liverpool in January, West Ham have not suffered defeat on home soil, winning four of their five matches during this spell. Quite similarly, Chelsea are unbeaten in their last six matches on the road in the Premier League.

In what should be an open affair, while also considering West Ham's recent matches and their tallies, we envisage a high-scoring match, with both sides hitting the target, in nothing less than a three-goal thriller.

Our Betting Tip:
BTTS & Over 2.5 @ 2.36

Correct Score:
1-3 @ 13.0

Predicted Score-Related Betting Tips

Both Teams To Score:
BTTS @ 1.92

Match Winner:
Chelsea Win @ 1.79

Over/Under:
Over 3.5 @ 3.40

Team Goals:
Away Over 1.5 @ 1.90

Goalscorer:
Werner to Score @ 2.50

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