Chelsea have won both of their last two meetings with West Ham, scoring eight and conceding zero, now seeking three successive victories in this fixture for the first time since 2011.
Conversely, the Hammers have lost each of their last four visits to Stamford Bridge, winning there only once in 20 attempts since 2002.
Chelsea vs West Ham United Preview
Can Chelsa start to rediscover some consistency? Last weekend, despite taking the lead inside three minutes through Noni Madueke, the Blues were beaten 3-1 by Manchester City, with Robert Sánchez putting in a rather chaotic performance at the Etihad.
As a result, Enzo Maresca's side have won only one of their last seven, this a 3-1 victory over Wolves during their most-recent home match a fortnight ago. Thus, Chelsea have slipped out of the Champions League places and with trips to Brighton and then Aston Villa coming up next, they'll be desperate to pick up three points here.
Meanwhile, this will be a return to Stamford Bridge for Graham Potter, who was sacked as Chelsea manager just under two years ago after only 31 matches in charge.
So far, Potter has made a mixed start to life as West Ham boss, claiming victory over Fulham in his first league match in charge, before a miserable home defeat at the hands of Crystal Palace just three days later.
Last Sunday, the Hammers did earn a credible 1-1 draw at Villa Park; Emerson Palmieri heading home the second half equaliser. Nevertheless, the Irons are down in 14th, not where they wanted to be, traveling to West London on Monday night as massive underdogs.
Chelsea vs West Ham United Head-to-Head Record
- Matches Played: 117.
- Chelsea Wins: 52. Draws: 23. West Ham United Wins: 42.
Chelsea Team News
Wesley Fofana, Benoît Badiashile and Roméo Lavia remain sidelined, while centre-back Trevoh Chalobah has started both matches since being recalled from Crystal Palace, likely to do so again.
Alongside, Reece James has started the last two matches too, with the club captain set for three successive Premier League starts for the first time since November 2023. In goal, under-fire Robert Sánchez is expected to keep his place, despite the fact many supporters would like to see Filip Jörgensen given an opportunity, while in attack Noni Madueke and Jadon Sancho will once again get the nod over Pedro Neto.
Chelsea predicted lineup vs West Ham United: (4-2-3-1): Sánchez; James, Chalobah, Colwill, Cucurella; Fernández, Caicedo, Madueke, Palmer, Sancho; Jackson.
Chelsea Players to Watch vs West Ham United
Cole Palmer has 14 goals to his name this season, while he's netted during both of his last two appearances against West Ham, seeking to continue this streak.
West Ham United Team News
West Ham are without Jean-Clair Todibo, Crysencio Summerville, Jarrod Bowen, Niclas Füllkrug and Michail Antonio, but Lucas Paquetá is expected to be fit, despite suffering a suspected injury at Villa Park.
Meantime, Konstantinos Mavropanos can return, having served his one match ban a week ago, potentially allowing Graham Potter to revert to a back four, having deployed a makeshift back three in the absence of any centre-backs not named Max Kilman.
Lastly, in goal, Alphonse Areola could get the nod over Łukasz Fabiański for a second successive match, after seemingly usurping the Polish international in the pecking order.
West Ham United predicted lineup vs Chelsea: (5-3-2): Areola; Wan-Bissaka, Coufal, Kilman, Mavropanos, Emerson; Álvarez, Souček, Soler; Paquetá, Kudus.
West Ham United Player to Watch vs Chelsea
With no obvious centre-forward set to start, Mohammed Kudus will spearhead the attack, so can he add to his three goals this season?
Chelsea vs West Ham United Prediction
We cannot see beyond a Chelsea victory on Monday night. The Blues are generally strong, while West Ham are not, so a comfortable home win is the forecast: Chelsea 2-0 West Ham United.
Chelsea vs West Ham United FAQs - Premier League
How to watch Chelsea vs West Ham United Premier League game on TV channel?
Chelsea vs West Ham United Premier League game will be available on the following TV channels;
- UK: Sky Sports Main Event, Premier League & Ultra HD.
- USA: fuboTV, NBC, Telemundo & Deportes En Vivo
- Canada: Fubo Sports Network Canada
How to watch Chelsea vs West Ham United Premier League game on live streaming?
Chelsea vs West Ham United Premier League game will be available on the following streaming services;
- UK: SkyGO & NOW TV
- USA: fuboTV, nbcsports.com, USA Network, Telemundo & SiriusXM FC
- Canada: fuboTV Canada
What is the date and kick-off time for Chelsea vs West Ham United in the Premier League?
Chelsea vs West Ham United takes place on Monday 3 February 2025, with kick off at 20:00 (GMT), 15:00 (EDT) & 12:00 (PST).