Prediction: Chelsea vs Tottenham
Verdict: Double chance for Tottenham
Best Rating: 7/10
Bookmaker:
In what is a heavyweight London derby on Sunday afternoon, Chelsea will host top-flight Tottenham at Stamford Bridge.
chelseaStarting with the hosts, while Thomas Tuchel may have seen his side come under scrutiny this summer, Chelsea opened the 2022/23 campaign with a hard-fought win on the road. Eventually securing a 1-0 victory at Everton, the former PSG boss will be desperate for his side to put a marker down here. Making their first appearance at Stamford Bridge, the former European champions must try to find some stability in west London this time around. Failing to mount a title charge last season, Chelsea could also claim just a quartet of wins from their last 11 Premier League home fixtures last year. However, hosting their local rivals across the capital on Sunday afternoon, it should be noted that Tuchel's side hold an impressive record against Spurs at home. Including back-to-back 2-0 wins over Tottenham, the Blues are unbeaten in each of their last seven meetings at Stamford Bridge.
Team News
Still without a hard-core striker in their ranks, summer arrival Raheem Sterling could once again be deployed in a false nine on Sunday afternoon.
Although he saw Marc Cucurella come off the bench on his Chelsea debut last weekend, England international Ben Chilwell is expected to retain his place in Tuchel's defence.
TottenhamWhen it comes to the visitors, managing to clinch a Champions League return last season at the expense of bitter north London rivals Arsenal, Tottenham seem to be riding a real wave. Clearly enjoying life under Antonio Conte, Spurs also opened the 2022/23 campaign with a statement at home. Mounting a comeback against Southampton and eventually hammering his way to a 4-1 tie against Saints, the former Chelsea boss will be desperate to take one on his former employees here. While Tottenham might hold a pessimistic record in their previous trips to Stamford Bridge, the Lilywhites have only continued to soar under Conte's guidance. As well as capping off last season's campaign with a resounding 5-0 win over Norwich, Sunday's guests have lost just one of their previous 12 Premier League appearances. Earning a reputation for their free score postings, there's no doubt Tottenham could feel the chance to pick up the bragging rights from London.
Team News
While neither of them found the net in last weekend's 4-1 win over Southampton, Son Heung-min and Harry Kane will once again lead Tottenham's charge.
Similarly, continuing to impress since joining the Premier League earlier in the year, former Juventus winger Dejan Kulusevski will complete Spurs' attacking trio.
Key Factors to Consider When the London rivals last played each other on January 23, Chelsea cruised to a 2-0 win at Stamford Bridge. Chelsea have now won each of their last four consecutive meetings against Spurs in all formats. Likewise, the Blues are unbeaten in each of their last seven consecutive meetings against Tottenham at Stamford Bridge. Continuing on from last season, Tottenham have won their last four Premier League clashes by an aggregate score of 13-1. Sharing the Golden Boot with Mohamed Salah of Liverpool last season, Heung-min Son scored 23 Premier League goals last term.Conclusion
While Chelsea may hold a rather frantic record against their London rivals, Tuchel's side will know they face a tough test at Stamford Bridge here. Despite opening the 2022/23 campaign with a hard-fought 1-0 victory at Everton, Tottenham have certainly escaped the traps. Eventually, en route to a 4-1 game against Southampton at home, Spurs will be desperate to score another marker on Sunday afternoon. By securing a Champions League return last season and appearing to be riding a real wave under the former Chelsea boss, we're backing a double chance here.
Verdict: Double chance for Tottenham
Best Rating: 7/10
Bookmaker:
Verdict: Double chance for Tottenham
Best Rating: 7/10
Bookmaker:
In what is a heavyweight London derby on Sunday afternoon, Chelsea will host top-flight Tottenham at Stamford Bridge.
chelseaStarting with the hosts, while Thomas Tuchel may have seen his side come under scrutiny this summer, Chelsea opened the 2022/23 campaign with a hard-fought win on the road. Eventually securing a 1-0 victory at Everton, the former PSG boss will be desperate for his side to put a marker down here. Making their first appearance at Stamford Bridge, the former European champions must try to find some stability in west London this time around. Failing to mount a title charge last season, Chelsea could also claim just a quartet of wins from their last 11 Premier League home fixtures last year. However, hosting their local rivals across the capital on Sunday afternoon, it should be noted that Tuchel's side hold an impressive record against Spurs at home. Including back-to-back 2-0 wins over Tottenham, the Blues are unbeaten in each of their last seven meetings at Stamford Bridge.
Team News
Still without a hard-core striker in their ranks, summer arrival Raheem Sterling could once again be deployed in a false nine on Sunday afternoon.
Although he saw Marc Cucurella come off the bench on his Chelsea debut last weekend, England international Ben Chilwell is expected to retain his place in Tuchel's defence.
TottenhamWhen it comes to the visitors, managing to clinch a Champions League return last season at the expense of bitter north London rivals Arsenal, Tottenham seem to be riding a real wave. Clearly enjoying life under Antonio Conte, Spurs also opened the 2022/23 campaign with a statement at home. Mounting a comeback against Southampton and eventually hammering his way to a 4-1 tie against Saints, the former Chelsea boss will be desperate to take one on his former employees here. While Tottenham might hold a pessimistic record in their previous trips to Stamford Bridge, the Lilywhites have only continued to soar under Conte's guidance. As well as capping off last season's campaign with a resounding 5-0 win over Norwich, Sunday's guests have lost just one of their previous 12 Premier League appearances. Earning a reputation for their free score postings, there's no doubt Tottenham could feel the chance to pick up the bragging rights from London.
Team News
While neither of them found the net in last weekend's 4-1 win over Southampton, Son Heung-min and Harry Kane will once again lead Tottenham's charge.
Similarly, continuing to impress since joining the Premier League earlier in the year, former Juventus winger Dejan Kulusevski will complete Spurs' attacking trio.
Key Factors to Consider When the London rivals last played each other on January 23, Chelsea cruised to a 2-0 win at Stamford Bridge. Chelsea have now won each of their last four consecutive meetings against Spurs in all formats. Likewise, the Blues are unbeaten in each of their last seven consecutive meetings against Tottenham at Stamford Bridge. Continuing on from last season, Tottenham have won their last four Premier League clashes by an aggregate score of 13-1. Sharing the Golden Boot with Mohamed Salah of Liverpool last season, Heung-min Son scored 23 Premier League goals last term.Conclusion
While Chelsea may hold a rather frantic record against their London rivals, Tuchel's side will know they face a tough test at Stamford Bridge here. Despite opening the 2022/23 campaign with a hard-fought 1-0 victory at Everton, Tottenham have certainly escaped the traps. Eventually, en route to a 4-1 game against Southampton at home, Spurs will be desperate to score another marker on Sunday afternoon. By securing a Champions League return last season and appearing to be riding a real wave under the former Chelsea boss, we're backing a double chance here.
Verdict: Double chance for Tottenham
Best Rating: 7/10
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