Our West Ham v Chelsea prediction features betting tips, odds, and Premier League insights as both clubs look to bounce back in Friday night’s London derby.
West Ham and Chelsea both suffered disappointing results in the opening round of Premier League fixtures, and that could lead to a tight tussle at London Stadium.
The Hammers will be looking to steady the ship after a 3-0 defeat at Sunderland first up, while the big-spending Blues failed to break down Crystal Palace in a goalless stalemate.
With early-season jitters understandably present, we feel 3/1 for a draw is the way to go with our initial West Ham vs Chelsea prediction.
Betting Odds
West Ham v Chelsea Betting Odds – Premier League 2025/26
Result | Odds | Chance |
|---|---|---|
West Ham | 15/4 | 21.1% |
Chelsea | 8/13 | 61.9% |
Draw | 3/1 | 25% |
Chelsea come into this game as 8/13 favourites despite their status as visitors this Friday night. West Ham are 15/4 underdogs to claim all three points in their first home game of the 2025/26 Premier League season. Meanwhile, the draw is 3/1.
*Odds are correct at the time of writing, but subject to change.
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West Ham v Chelsea Result – PL 25/26
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How to Watch
How to watch West Ham vs Chelsea
Friday night’s derby is due to kick off at 20:00 BST and will be shown live on Sky Sports Main Event.
West Ham Form Guide
West Ham form guide
The Irons started out with a tricky trip to Sunderland and predictably had to contend with a white-hot atmosphere at the Stadium of Light.
Jarrod Bowen and El Hadji Malick Diouf had chances for United in an even first half, but the Black Cats came on strong after the break and ultimately stormed to a 3-0 success.
Graham Potter admitted his side simply wasn’t good enough in the second period; however, it also has to be said that Sunderland were in an inspired mood on their return to the top flight.
Potter isn’t the type to hit any panic buttons, and the Hammers can still take heart from some decent pre-season performances.
Back on home turf, we like 13/2 for a correct score of 1-1 from the West Ham vs Chelsea odds.
Chelsea Form Guide
Chelsea form guide
The euphoria of Chelsea’s FIFA Club World Cup triumph quickly faded away after a frustrating 0-0 draw with Palace at Stamford Bridge.
Following another busy summer transfer window, the Blues started with expensive signings Joao Pedro and Jamie Gittens in a revamped forward line and later brought on fellow new boys Estevao Willian and Liam Delap.
Just three shots on target was a poor effort from £250million worth of attacking talent, and the result could have been even worse if Eberechi Eze’s superbly struck free-kick hadn’t been disallowed on a technicality.
Admittedly, Chelsea’s pre-season preparations were restricted by having to recover from their American adventures, and Enzo Maresca insisted they can do much better.
However, we’re still adding 5/1 for the scores to be level at half-time and full-time to our West Ham vs Chelsea betting tips.
Head-to-Head Rivalry
West Ham vs Chelsea head-to-head record
The Blues romped to a 3-0 victory at London Stadium last September, but had picked up just one point from their three previous meetings at this venue.
United can also take heart from the fact that only an Aaron Wan-Bissaka own goal separated the teams in February’s 2-1 Stamford Bridge defeat.
Match Prediction
West Ham v Chelsea Prediction
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Match Betting Tips
West Ham v Chelsea Betting Tips
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