Chelsea vs Tottenham: Prediction, kick-off time, TV, live stream, team news, h2h results, odds

Both Chelsea and Tottenham have big games ahead this Thursday, and it’s safe to say their seasons are hanging in the balance.

For Chelsea, things haven’t been going smoothly lately. They’ve gone three games without a win, which knocked them out of the FA Cup. Now, they’re sitting five points behind the final European qualification spot in the Premier League.

Tottenham isn’t faring much better. They’re seven points behind Aston Villa in the race to qualify for the Champions League, but they do have two games in hand.

Ange Postecoglou, Chelsea’s coach, really needs to see a quick turnaround from his players after two tough losses. They can’t afford to keep slipping, or they might find themselves stuck in fifth place before the season even ends. Some might argue that finishing fifth is already pretty good for Postecoglou’s first season in charge.

As for Mauricio Pochettino, if he can lead Chelsea to a top-seven finish, it would be considered a success. A repeat of their earlier 4-1 win against Tottenham would definitely help their cause.

When and Where to Watch Chelsea vs Tottenham

The game between Chelsea and Tottenham is set to kick off at 7:30 PM BST on Thursday, May 2, 2024, at Stamford Bridge in west London.

How to Watch Chelsea vs Tottenham

• TV Channel: In the UK, you can watch the game live on Sky Sports Main Event and Premier League. Coverage begins at 7:00 PM.
• Live Stream: Subscribers can also watch the match live online via the Sky Go app.
• Live Blog: Follow all the action on matchday via Standard Sport’s live blog, featuring expert analysis from Nizaar Kinsella and Dan Kilpatrick at the ground.

Team News for Chelsea vs Tottenham

• Chelsea’s Thiago Silva will have scans for a groin injury, raising concerns that his season and Chelsea career might be over. Axel Disasi is likely to replace him in the starting lineup.
• It’s uncertain if Malo Gusto, Raheem Sterling, and Ben Chilwell will recover in time, as Chelsea’s injury list now includes 13 players.
• Tottenham is assessing Timo Werner after his early exit from the last match due to a hamstring injury.
• Oliver Skipp is expected to be fit, and Postecoglou might introduce Pape Sarr, Richarlison, and Giovani Lo Celso to freshen up the team.

Prediction for Chelsea vs Tottenham

Spurs are facing a rough patch in their season, but Chelsea has had its ups and downs too. Pochettino has had a decent record in big home games. Expect goals with two shaky defenses. Prediction: Chelsea to win, 3-2.

Head to Head History and Results

• Tottenham has won only once in the league at Stamford Bridge in the last 34 years.
• Chelsea Wins: 78
• Tottenham Wins: 56
• Draws: 42

Match Odds for Chelsea vs Tottenham

• Chelsea: 6/5
• Tottenham: 19/10
• Draw: 3/1

(Odds via Betfair, subject to change)