Chelsea v Tottenham – Match Preview and Betting Tip
Chelsea’s critical win over Manchester United at Old Trafford has put them in a strong position to claim one of the two Champions League slots that are still up for grabs going into this game with Spurs. But a defeat for the Blues in this game would throw the race wide open, and actually put Arsenal down to fifth place. The Gunners have been one of the most in-form teams in the league, but should they miss out on the top four, their early season form would certainly be to blame.
On the other hand, should Chelsea win this game, then Tottenham’s hopes of Champions League football for next season would be increasingly dwindling. A draw would still see things very much in the balance, but with Chelsea and Arsenal having a distinct edge.
Thus, this is a fixture of critical import with regard to the status of the three top London clubs. While Tottenham have high hopes of securing Champions League football, Chelsea consider it virtually their right, and will be extremely disappointed should they fail to secure it. This would not only be an unacceptable finish for the club, it could also scupper their mooted attempts to attract the current manager of Real Madrid, Jose Mourinho, back to the club for a second spell at the Chelsea helm.#
Both teams will select their strongest line-up for this game, and Chelsea are likely to field their full attacking midfield trio of Hazard, Oscar and Mata behind the Spanish striker Fernando Torres. After a disappointing Chelsea career since his £50 million move, Torres has quietly picked up quite a few goals of late, and has scored twenty-one goals this season. Tottenham will be looking to the continually inspirational Gareth Bale to stretch the Chelsea defence. Jermain Defore will probably lead the line.
Last Six Meetings
Premier League – 20th Oct 2025 – Tottenham 2 – 4 Chelsea
FA Cup – 15th April 2025 – Chelsea 5 – 1 Tottenham
Premier League – 24th Mar 2025 – Chelsea 0 – 0 Tottenham
Premier League – 22nd March 2025 – Tottenham 1 – 1 Chelsea
Premier League – 30th Apr 2025 – Chelsea 2 – 1 Tottenham
Premier League – 12th March 2025 – Tottenham 1 – 1 Chelsea
Chelsea (possible 4-3-3)
Cech
Azpilicueta • Terry • Ivanovic • Cole
Ramires • Luiz
Mata • Oscar • Hazaard
Torres
Tottenham Hotspur (possible 4-4-1-1)
Lloris
Walker • Vertonghen • Dawson • Assou-Ekotto
Parker • Dembele
Lennon • Bale • Holtby
Defoe
Betting Prediction
Tottenham have a pretty terrible recent record against the Blues, and I don’t expect it to improve in this fixture. I think given their home advantage, Chelsea will edge a nervous and tense game by two goals to one, thus pretty much securing a Champions League berth for next season. I would also recommend the over 2.5 goals and both teams to score bets for this particular fixture.
Final Scoreline Prediction:Chelsea 2 – 1 Tottenham Hotspur
Other Recommended Bets: Over 2.5 Goals, Both Teams to Score.
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