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Tom Kershaw

Chelsea vs Bournemouth prediction: How will Premier League fixture play out?

Chelsea take on Bournemouth with Frank Lampard's side looking to cement their place in the Premier League top four.

The Blues secured their place in the Champions League last-16 with victory against Lille in midweek.

Bournemouth, meanwhile, are on a dire streak of form, having lost their last five matches in succession

That run of form has left them just one point clear of the relegation zone, and they will be without former Chelsea centre-back Nathan Ake due to a hamstring injury.

Here is everything you need to know about the game:

When is the match?

The match kicks off on 14 December at 3pm.

How can I watch it?

The match will not be broadcast on TV but you can follow our full coverage of the game. 

Confirmed line-ups

Chelsea XI: Kepa, Azpilicueta, Rudiger, Zouma, Emerson, Kante, Jorginho, Willian, Mount, Pulisic, Abraham

Bounemouth XI: Ramsdale, Stacey, Francis, Mepham, Rico, Gosling, Lewis Cook, Lerma, Billing, Fraser, King

Team news

Mason Mount is in line to return to the starting eleven after being benched for Chelsea’s victory over Lille. Reece James could also return after missing out.

Nathan Ake’s injury means Jack Simpson is set to start for Bournemouth. Steve Cook and Joshua King’s fitness is also being assessed.

Odds

Chelsea 2/9

Draw 5/1

Bournemouth 11/1

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