Chelsea vs. Bournemouth: Match Preview

Will Chelsea get back on the winning track?

Chelsea’s strong early-season form has faltered, leaving Maresca’s side searching for consistency. The Blues are winless in their last four Premier League games (D2, L2), following a promising five-game winning streak. Recent setbacks include a 1-2 home defeat to Fulham and a 0-0 stalemate against Crystal Palace, where they managed only one shot on target. However, they showed dominance in the FA Cup with a 5-0 win over Morecambe, featuring two goals apiece from Joao Felix and Tosin Adarabioyo.

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Nicolas Jackson of Chelsea

Key players Reece James and Romeo Lavia are back in contention, which could bolster Chelsea’s chances. However, injuries continue to plague the squad, with Benoit Badiashile, Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall, and Wesley Fofana sidelined. Chelsea have struggled defensively at Stamford Bridge, keeping just one clean sheet in the league this season and scoring fewer goals at home compared to their away fixtures (1.7 vs. 2.1 goals per game). Christopher Nkunku remains a bright spot, contributing to 16 goals in his last 12 starts across all competitions.

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Bournemouth: Riding the Momentum

Bournemouth are enjoying a stellar run of form under Andoni Iraola, remaining unbeaten in their last nine matches across all competitions. Their current eight-match unbeaten streak in the Premier League (W5, D3) is a club record. The Cherries’ 33 points after 20 games mark their best-ever tally at this stage of a top-flight campaign, seven points better than any previous season.

Dango Ouattara of AFC Bournemouth

Despite injuries to key forwards Evanilson and Enes Unal, Bournemouth’s attack continues to thrive. David Brooks has stepped up, scoring in consecutive matches, including a 1-0 victory over Everton and orchestrating a 5-1 thrashing of West Bromwich in the FA Cup. On the road, Bournemouth have been prolific, scoring at least two goals in their last five away league games and outperforming their home form with six more goals in away fixtures.

However, the squad faces a challenge with injuries to Alex Scott, Marcus Tavernier, Adam Smith, Luis Sinisterra, and Marcos Senesi. Additionally, Kepa Arrizabalaga, on loan from Chelsea, is ineligible to play against his parent club.

Key Stats

Chelsea have won only four of their first nine home league games this season.

Bournemouth have scored 12 goals in their last five away league matches, showcasing attacking depth despite injury woes.

Bournemouth’s 33 points and unbeaten run highlight their strong form under Iraola.

Prediction

Chelsea’s home struggles and Bournemouth’s excellent form on the road make this a compelling matchup. The Blues will aim to leverage their returning stars, while the Cherries look to extend their impressive unbeaten run

Betting Tip

Chelsea – Bournemouth
Stamford Bridge
Odds from 1Win: 1,49 – 4,73 – 5,70

Under 2,5 goals – odds 2,74 @1win  (3 units)

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