West Ham host Chelsea in another Premier League London derby this weekend.
The Hammers, albeit after only a small sample size, are unbeaten against their capital counterparts this season.
Julen Lopetegui’s side beat Crystal Palace 2-0 last month before snatching a late 1-1 draw at Fulham last time out. It has not been the most searing of starts from this new-look Irons outfit, however.
While the Spaniard was pleased with his team’s fighting spirit at Craven Cottage, he has conceded that there are improvements to be made.
Chelsea, meanwhile, have started life under Enzo Maresca reasonably strongly.
Despite so much chaos off the pitch, the Blues are unbeaten since their loss to Manchester City on the opening weekend and head into this derby off the back of a 1-0 win at Bournemouth.
Here’s everything you need to know about the game.
Date, kick-off time and venue
West Ham vs Chelsea is scheduled for a 12.30pm BST kick-off time on Saturday 21 September, 2024.
The London Stadium will host.
Where to watch West Ham vs Chelsea
TV channel: The game will be broadcast on TNT Sports 1 and TNT Sports Ultimate.
Live stream: Subscribers will be able to watch on a live stream via the Discovery+ app.
LIVE coverage: Follow all the action with Standard Sport’s dedicated match blog!
West Ham vs Chelsea team news
Emerson Palmieri was forced off for the Hammers against Fulham and will require assessment before the visit of his former club. Niclas Fullkrug sat out at the game after picking up a knock while away on international duty.
Chelsea will be without Reece James for the game, although they have been handed a boost of late. Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall, Enzo Fernandez, Malo Gusto and Romeo Lavia have all returned to training, adding to Maresca’s options rather significantly.
West Ham vs Chelsea prediction
Both teams are still bedding in but Chelsea have shown a lot more thus far.
Chelsea to win, 2-1.
Head to head (h2h) history and results
West Ham wins: 44
Draws: 23
Chelsea wins: 55
West Ham vs Chelsea latest odds
West Ham to win: 21/10
Draw: 11/4
Chelsea to win: 21/10
