Chelsea will be aiming to secure their first victory of the new Premier League campaign when they face West Ham.
Enzo Maresca’s side are looking to bounce back after a frustrating goalless draw in their season-opener at home to Crystal Palace. Despite handing debuts to Jamie Gittens, Joao Pedro and Estevao, the Blues looked uninspired in attack and were unable to break down a disciplined Palace defence.
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The west London club enter the season with lofty ambitions, with some tipping them as outside contenders for the Premier League title. A clash with West Ham, therefore, provides an ideal chance to collect their first three points.
In contrast, there is growing concern in east London after the Hammers slumped to a 3-0 defeat away to newly promoted Sunderland. Graham Potter’s side looked disjointed and lacked fight, leading to early suggestions they could be dragged into a relegation battle.
Potter, a former Chelsea manager, has already faced criticism for his approach at West Ham and will be desperate to take something from the game against his old club.
Date, kick-off time and venue
West Ham vs Chelsea is scheduled for an 8pm BST kick-off today, Friday, August 22, 2025.
The game will take place at the London Stadium.
How to watch West Ham vs Chelsea
TV channel: TV channel: In the UK, the game will be televised live on Sky Sports. Coverage starts at 7pm BST on Sky Sports Main Event, Sky Sports Premier League and Sky Sports Ultra HDR.
Live stream: Sky Sports subscribers can also catch the contest live online via the Sky Go app.
Live blog: You can also follow all the action with Standard Sport’s live blog, with expert analysis from Dom Smith at the ground!
West Ham vs Chelsea team news
After missing Chelsea’s opening fixture with an injury, Tosin Adarabioyo remains a doubt despite the issue being described as “very minor.”
Romeo Lavia also remains a doubt, while Levi Colwill has been sidelined for most of the season with an ACL injury.
Nicolas Jackson is available again after suspension but, along with Christian Nkunku is unlikely to be included due to ongoing transfer speculation over their futures.
Elsewhere, the Hammers are set to be without Edson Alvarez, who is close to joining Fenerbahce.
Crysencio Summerville is nearing a return from a long-term hamstring problem, but this game may come prematurely.
Despite conceding three goals on his debut, expect Mads Hermansen to keep Alphonse Areola out and continue between the sticks.
West Ham vs Chelsea prediction
Chelsea couldn’t have asked for a better fixture to secure their first win of the season. Maresca will want to show fans they’re a serious outfit and that the discourse regarding their progress is true.
With the attacking talent at their disposal, expect Chelsea to be on the front foot and create chances and score goals.
Potter's side looks bereft of ideas at the moment. They seemingly have come into the season without being fully prepared and were punished against Sunderland.
Expect more of the same from this game, as many are tipping The Hammers to go down this season.
Chelsea to win, 3-1.
Head to head (h2h) history and results
Chelsea came out on top last time these two sides met, winning 2-1 in a Premier League meeting in February 2025, courtesy of a Pedro Neto goal and Aaron Wan-Bissaka's own goal.
West Ham wins: 44
Chelsea wins: 57
Draws: 23
West Ham vs Chelsea match odds
West Ham win: 7/2
Chelsea win: 8/13
Draw: 123/10
Odds via Betfair (subject to change).
