Fulham FC vs Chelsea FC, English Premier League 2024-25, Today Match Prediction

Fulham FC vs Chelsea FC Match Prediction & Analysis

After a frustrating 2-2 draw with Ipswich at home, Chelsea heads to Craven Cottage eyeing a crucial win to stay in the Champions League hunt. A fiery West London Derby awaits as they face Fulham on Sunday at 6:30 p.m. IST.

Like the Blues, the Cottagers also stumbled last round, undone by a first-minute strike from Bournemouth that abruptly ended the buzz from their thrilling 3-2 win over Liverpool.

Current Standings: Chelsea are currently placed 6th in the points table with 54 points, while Fulham are placed 9th with 48 points. 

Head-to-Head Record: These two sides have played each other 35 times, with Chelsea having a superior record, winning 21 and losing only three. 

TEAMS PREVIEW

Fulham FC Preview

Disappointment would be an understatement to describe Fulham’s recent loss to Bournemouth. That too, considering the fact that Bournemouth had not tasted a victory in their previous six games. Not to mention the momentum they carried into the game after beating Liverpool. 

All of that washed away thanks to the 53rd second goal from Antoine Semenyo. However, come Sunday, they'll back themselves at home—especially with their strong record against the top six: six wins, two draws, and just two defeats.

Harry Wilson might not always grab the headlines at Fulham, but his impact is undeniable. With five goals this season—four off the bench—he's made a habit of changing games. One of those strikes came against Chelsea, and with another big test on Sunday, the super sub could be key once again. 

Key Stats

1. The Cottagers have lost three of their last four games in all competitions.
2. Fulham enter this contest having lost each of their last three games at home.
3. Raul Jimnez is Fulham’s top scorer with 10 goals in the league. 

Team News 

Fulham’s attacking puzzle remains unsolved, with Jimenez, Willian, Traore, and Smith Rowe all benched in the Bournemouth loss. Silva might look to reshuffle again—though his recent tinkering may be doing more harm than good.

Fulham Probable XI - Leno (GK); Castagne, Andersen, Bassey, Robinson; Pereira, Berge; Iwobi, Smith Rowe, Willian; Jimenez

Chelsea FC Preview

Chelsea’s European adventure is shining bright with a spot in the Europa Conference League semi-finals, but back in the Premier League, things are unraveling fast. In their recent clash with Ipswich, Chelsea barely scraped a point in a game that had the home fans booing as they trailed 2-0 at halftime. 

A spirited second-half comeback spared their blushes, but one could see the frustration at Stamford Bridge clearly brewing. The loss to Ipswich saw the Blues tumble out of the Champions League spots, slipping to 6th—now just a point behind 5th-placed Manchester City. 

Enzo Fernández has grown into a driving force in Chelsea’s midfield, forming a solid double pivot with Moisés Caicedo while pushing forward with intent. After a slow start, he’s now a mainstay—starting 20 of the last 21 league games. In that run, he’s averaged 2.15 shots per game, with at least one attempt in every match and 2+ in 14. Over his last five, he’s stepped it up further, averaging three shots per outing. 

Key Stats

1. Chelsea have managed just five wins in their last 20 Premier League games—all at Stamford Bridge—beating Wolves, West Ham, Southampton, Leicester, and Spurs.
2. Since December the Blues are without a win away from home with them managing 3 draws and 5 losses.
3. Cole Palmer is Chelsea's top scorer in the Premier League for the 2024–25 season, netting 14 goals. 

Team News 

Chelsea remains without Wesley Fofana and made heavy rotations in their midweek Europa Conference clash to spread minutes across the squad. Expect a few changes from the side that faced Ipswich.

Chelsea Probable XI - Sanchez (GK); James, Adarabioyo, Colwill, Cucurella; Fernandez, Caicedo; Neto, Palmer, Sancho; Jackson

FULHAM FC vs CHELSEA FC
Winning Prediction

The Cottagers will be chasing a rare double over Chelsea, having finally won at Stamford Bridge for the first time since 1979. With the Blues struggling on the road, Fulham will fancy their chances. 

Meanwhile, the Blues will be buoyed by their head-to-head record ahead of Sunday’s clash, having won 10 of the last 17 meetings with just two defeats since 2010.  Considering Chelsea’s strong head-to-head record and Fulham’s dismal home form of late, the Blues look like the favorites. But with Chelsea’s away struggles, it’s anyone’s game.

Chelsea to Win (1-2)

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