Chelsea will be looking to start finding form again under Enzo Maresca, as they take on Bournemouth at Stamford Bridge. The blues had looked set for a real top 4 push up until the end of 2024, but some poor festive results have seen them fall off the pace. Meanwhile, Bournemouth continue to plug away in the top half of the Premier League table and they will fancy their chances of causing a stir here.
Chelsea vs Bournemouth Best Odds
Both sides will be bang up for this one at Stamford Bridge, with European football on the agenda.
| Chelsea – 4/6 (-150) | Draw – 18/5 (+360) | Bournemouth – 9/2 (+450) |
| Over – 3/4 (-133) | 2.5 Goals | Under – 13/10 (+130) |
| Yes – 4/6 (-150) | BTTS | No – 6/5 (+120) |
Chelsea vs Bournemouth Analysis
This should be an entertaining encounter for all punters and EPL betting sites in West London.
Chelsea
It has been a curious start to the year for Chelsea, who have been off the pace in recent weeks, following a superb run that pushed them into being title contenders. They got back to winning ways in the FA Cup against Morecambe at the weekend and have made good progress in the Europa Conference League, but their Premier League form is patchy to say the least. This will be a tricky game for the blues but they are being backed well by most punters and Premier League betting sites.
Team news: Wesley Fofana, Noni Madueke and Benoit Badiashile are all out injured for the blues.
Chelsea Predicted Lineup:
Sanchez, Gusto, Tosin, Colwill, Cucurella, Caicedo, Enzo, Palmer, Neto, Sancho & Jackson.
Bournemouth
It has been a season to remember for Bournemouth, who find themselves firmly in the hunt for a European spot come the end of the campaign and this is another chance to have a go at one of the Premier League’s big boys. Arsenal, Tottenham and both Manchester clubs have been seen off by the Cherries already this term and Bournemouth know they have absolutely nothing to lose here at Stamford Bridge.
Team news: Evanilson, Enes Unal, Alex Scott, Adam Smith, Marcus Tavernier & Marcos Senesi all miss out here for Bournemouth.
Bournemouth Predicted Lineup:
Travers, Hill, Huijsen, Zabarnyi, Kerkez, Cook, Christie, Adams, Kluivert, Semenyo & Ouattara.
Chelsea vs Bournemouth Prediction
This should be a very good game at Stamford Bridge, between two sides that will be confident of picking up three points. A top 4 finish is well within reach for Chelsea, and they know the importance of returning to form in front of their home fans. For Bournemouth, this is a completely free hit in West London, and they have upset plenty of big sides already. That said, Chelsea are good value to pick up a much-needed home win here.
Prediction: Chelsea to win the match – 4/6 (-150) – Rhino Bet.
Chelsea vs Bournemouth – The Ultimate Bet
Chelsea to win & BTTS – 5/2 (+250) – Fitzdares
This could be a very good game, with both sides sure to play on the front foot and it feels as if Chelsea should prevail, even if both sides manage to get on the scoresheet.
