Chelsea FC vs Fulham FC, English Premier League 2025-26, Today Match Prediction

Chelsea FC vs Fulham FC Match Prediction & Analysis

After a frustrating goalless start to the season, Chelsea ran-riot in a goal-filled win over West Ham in Matchweek 2. Riding that momentum, the Blues now gear up for the West London Derby as Fulham make the short trip to Stamford Bridge. Meanwhile, Fulham will be keen to turn consistency into three points against their fierce rivals.

Current Standings: Chelsea are currently placed 4th in the points table with four points, while Fulham are placed 13th with two points. 

Head-to-Head Record: These two sides have played each other 36  times, with Chelsea having a superior record, winning 22 and losing only three. 

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Chelsea made up for their goalless opener in style, running riot at the London Stadium with a 5-1 demolition of West Ham. Goals from new signing Joao Pedro, along with Neto, Enzo Fernández, Caicedo and Chalobah, turned it into a statement win for the Blues. 

What made the win even more impressive was that it came without their talisman Cole Palmer. Long accused of relying too heavily on him, Chelsea’s 5-1 triumph proved they have plenty of firepower elsewhere—a huge boost in confidence for the road ahead.

Stats that matter 

1. Along with a goal, Joao Pedro contributed with two assists in the game against West Ham.
2. During the game against West Ham, Brazilian teenager Estevao became the youngest player in Chelsea colours to have assisted a goal at 18 years and 120 days.
3. It was just the 10th time in Premier League history that a side scored five or more goals in their first away game of the season. Interestingly, the Blues were the last to do so as they did it in the 2024/25 season against the Wolves. 

Team News 

The big talking point from Chelsea’s camp is Cole Palmer’s fitness, with the playmaker still not fully recovered from his groin issue and doubtful for the Fulham clash. Should he miss out again, Maresca is likely to stick with the same setup that shone against West Ham with Joao Pedro pulling strings as the No.10 behind Delap, flanked by the impressive Estevão and Pedro Neto.

Chelsea Probable Starting Lineup -  R Sanchez (GL); Marc Cucurella, T Chalobah, T Adarabioyo, M Gusto (Defenders); Enzo Fernandez,Moises Caicedo, Joao Pedro (Midfielder);  Pedro Neto, Estevão, Liam Delap (Forwards) 

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Fulham’s clash with Manchester United was one of those nights where they knew they had dodged a bullet. A missed Bruno Fernandes penalty and an own goal had them on the ropes, but Emile Smith Rowe came off the bench to make an instant impact, scoring just two minutes after his introduction to snatch a 1-1 draw. That strike not only rescued a point but also ended United’s impressive eight consecutive wins at Craven Cottage. 

However, with back-to-back matches now salvaged by substitute goals, Marco Silva will be demanding a stronger start from his side this weekend, particularly at the back, to avoid falling behind early and relying on late drama yet again.

Stats that matter 

1. Fulham are without a win in their last three games, in fact they have only managed to win in their last six.
2. The last time Fulham drew their opening two games of a season was back in 2017-2018 in the Championship.
3. Raul Jimenez could become the first Mexican player to make 200 appearances in the Premier League while Sander Berge is on his way to make his 100th appearance on Saturday. 

Team News 

After impressing in the opener, Rodrigo Muniz kept his place against United and is expected to lead the line again on Saturday. With no fresh injury concerns, the only likely tweak to Marco Silva’s XI could see Smith Rowe rewarded with a start over King after his game-changing cameo last weekend.

Fulham Probable Starting Lineup:  Bernd Leno (GK) ; Ryan Sessegnon, Andersen, Bassey, Kenny Tete (Defenders); Sander Berge, Lukic, King/Rowe (Midfielders); Castagne, Iwobi, Muniz/Jiminez (Forwards) 

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Winning Prediction

Chelsea is the favorite for their upcoming clash, a belief backed by their impressive stats under manager Enzo Maresca. The Blues have lost only two of their 14 London derbies under his guidance and have a strong historical record against Fulham, with just an 8.3% loss rate in Premier League encounters. These numbers are reflected in the betting odds, with Chelsea at 1.55 to win compared to Fulham's 6.50.

Chelsea to Win (2-1)

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