Chelsea hosts Crystal Palace in the Premier League season opener, with Chelsea favored to win based on stronger squad quality and home advantage. Both teams have shown offensive capabilities, suggesting an open match.
Key Factors to Consider
Chelsea finished 7th last season, scoring 64 goals and conceding 43, showing strong attack and solid defense overall. Crystal Palace finished 14th, scoring 51 and conceding 51, indicating a weaker defense but effective counter-attack.
Crystal Palace have scored in their last four EPL encounters vs Chelsea. Chelsea generally has the upper hand at home, but Palace's recent resilience and scoring frequency against Chelsea keeps the contest open.
Chelsea has defensive injury concerns, notably with Colwill out affecting center-back options and Sanchez prone to errors. Crystal Palace enters with no major injury news impacting their starting lineup.
Chelsea's recent Club World Cup victory boosts confidence but early-season fitness and team cohesion may still be evolving. The match takes place at Stamford Bridge, benefitting Chelsea with home support.
Chelsea aims to set a strong tone at home with ambitions to improve on last season, while Crystal Palace is motivated to prove their counter-attacking threat can challenge bigger teams and secure points on the road.
Odds and Predictions
Category
Odds
Prediction
Confidence
Moneyline
Chelsea: -165, Crystal Palace: 449, Draw: 335
Chelsea
★★★★☆ 75%
Spread
Chelsea -1: 101, Crystal Palace +1: -117
Chelsea -1
★★★☆☆ 65%
Over/under
Over 2.75: -123, Under 2.75: 107
Over 2.75
★★★☆☆ 60%
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Market
EV Pick
Moneyline
Chelsea -0%
Spread
N/A
Over/Under
Over 2.75 5%
🔥 Best Value Pick: Over 2.75 at 5% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 6.3% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
Chelsea to win the match on the moneyline, covering the -1 goal spread, and the match to go over 2.75 goals, reflecting Chelsea's offense and Palace's scoring ability.
Chelsea and Manchester United face off in a highly anticipated Premier League match. Chelsea, with a strong home record, aims to capitalize on their advantage, while Manchester United seeks to upset the odds and claim vital points.
Key Factors to Consider
Chelsea has shown inconsistent form, but they have a solid home record. Manchester United has struggled with consistency as well, but they often perform better against top teams.
Historically, Chelsea and Manchester United have a closely contested head-to-head record, with Chelsea winning 24 matches, Manchester United winning 21, and 25 draws[5]. Recent matches have seen multiple draws[1].
No specific injury reports are available for this match, but both teams may have players returning from minor injuries.
Both teams face significant pressure due to league standings and the need for points.
Chelsea is motivated to secure a top-four spot, while Manchester United seeks to disrupt Chelsea's ambitions and improve their own position.
Odds and Predictions
Category
Odds
Prediction
Confidence
Moneyline
Chelsea: -265, Manchester United: 600, Draw: 400
Chelsea win
★★★☆☆ 65%
Spread
Chelsea: -1.5 -103, Manchester United: 1.5 -129
Chelsea win by 1 or more goals
★★★☆☆ 60%
Over/under
Over: 3.5 120, Under: 3.5 -160
Under 3.5 goals
★★★☆☆ 55%
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Market
EV Pick
Moneyline
Chelsea -99%
Spread
N/A
Over/Under
Under 3.5 -99%
⚠️ No clear +EV edge found for this game.
Predicted Outcome
Chelsea is likely to win given their home advantage and recent form, but Manchester United could pose a challenge.
Location: St James' Park, Newcastle upon Tyne, ENG
Game Overview
Newcastle United will host Chelsea at St James' Park in a crucial English Premier League fixture. Newcastle currently holds 4th place in the EPL with a strong offensive record, scoring 66 goals and conceding 43, while Chelsea sits 5th with a slightly lower goal tally and defensive record. Newcastle aims to avoid a season series sweep by Chelsea, making this a highly competitive encounter.
Key Factors to Consider
Newcastle United has been solid at home with 12 clean sheets this season and a strong goal-scoring form led by forward Alexander Isak with 23 goals and 6 assists. Chelsea, although strong, has struggled away from home with fewer clean sheets and has not dominated Newcastle in recent encounters.
Chelsea and Newcastle have a balanced rivalry this season, with Chelsea having an edge in away matches but Newcastle showing resilience at home. The season series so far indicates Chelsea winning earlier, so Newcastle is motivated to respond.
No major injuries reported for either team ahead of this match, allowing both sides to field close to their strongest lineups.
Weather and pitch conditions at St James' Park are expected to be typical for May in England, favoring the home side accustomed to the venue. The match will be televised live which adds pressure but also motivation to both teams.
Newcastle is highly motivated to secure a win to maintain their top-four position and avoid being swept by Chelsea in the season series. Chelsea aims to consolidate their position in the league and gain points on the road.
Odds and Predictions
Category
Odds
Prediction
Confidence
Moneyline
Chelsea: 210, Newcastle United: 110, Draw: 270
Newcastle United
★★★☆☆ 65%
Spread
Chelsea: -0.5 at -142, Newcastle United: +50 at 107
Newcastle United -0.5
★★★☆☆ 60%
Over/under
Over 3.5: 133, Under 3.5: -178
Under 3.5 goals
★★★★☆ 70%
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Market
EV Pick
Moneyline
Newcastle United 20%
Spread
N/A
Over/Under
Under 3.5 2%
🔥 Best Value Pick: Newcastle United at 20% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 17.9% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
Newcastle United is favored to win this match narrowly due to home advantage, superior recent form, and motivation levels. A closely contested game with moderate scoring is expected.
The Premier League clash between Chelsea and Everton at Stamford Bridge is a critical fixture with Chelsea positioned strongly in the league and Everton fighting to improve their mid-table standing. Chelsea enters this match with better form and home advantage, while Everton seeks to disrupt and gain points on the road. Both teams are expected to deploy attacking formations, promising an engaging and competitive match.
Key Factors to Consider
Chelsea currently sits 5th with 57 points, showing solid form including a recent 2-1 win against Fulham, while Everton is 14th with 38 points, recently drawing and narrowly losing matches, reflecting inconsistent form. Chelsea's offensive capability is led by midfielders and forwards with consistent goal contributions, whereas Everton struggles with scoring but has notable individual performers.
In their last five meetings, Chelsea has won three times including a dominant 6-0 home victory in April 2024. Everton managed a 2-0 win in December 2023, with two draws in other fixtures, indicating Chelsea’s relative dominance especially at home.
No specific injury details were given in the recent reports, but both teams are expected to field strong line-ups without major absences, enhancing the competitive nature of the match.
Chelsea enjoys home advantage at Stamford Bridge, historically a fortress for them. Weather and pitch conditions are expected to be standard with no reported disruptions. Everton faces a tough away fixture late in the season during a run of critical matches.
Chelsea aims to consolidate their top five position securing European football, while Everton is motivated to climb out of the relegation-threatened zone and improve their standing in the final fixtures of the season.
Odds and Predictions
Category
Odds
Prediction
Confidence
Moneyline
Chelsea: -172, Everton: 450, Draw: 290
Chelsea Win
★★★★☆ 78%
Spread
Chelsea -0.5: -174, Everton +50: 130
Chelsea -0.5
★★★★☆ 75%
Over/under
Over 2.5: -114, Under 2.5: -116
Under 2.5 Goals
★★★☆☆ 60%
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Market
EV Pick
Moneyline
Chelsea -0%
Spread
N/A
Over/Under
Under 2.5 2%
🔥 Best Value Pick: Under 2.5 at 2% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 2.8% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
Chelsea are predicted to win this match due to superior squad quality, home advantage, and historical dominance against Everton, with Everton likely putting up a strong defensive challenge but limited offensive success.
Fulham hosts Chelsea in a crucial English Premier League matchup at Craven Cottage. Fulham is currently positioned 8th in the EPL standings, while Chelsea sits 6th, both fighting for higher placement and potential European qualification spots. The match is expected to be competitive given recent form and league ambitions.
Key Factors to Consider
Chelsea has a slight edge in recent form with 3 wins, 1 draw, and 2 losses in their last six matches, showing strong attacking stats with greater shots (11.28 per game) and passes completed (487.2) than Fulham. Fulham has been inconsistent, with 2 wins and 4 losses in their last six but performed well in their home games, including a recent 2-1 win against Chelsea earlier in the season. Fulham also has a solid goal-scoring threat from Raul Jimenez and Cole Palmer.
Fulham won the last encounter 2-1 at Craven Cottage on December 26, 2024. Historically, Chelsea tends to dominate, but Fulham has shown they can compete strongly at home. The top EPL meeting between these squads has been closely contested recently.
Chelsea is missing key players including Cole Palmer, Mykhailo Mudryk, Oscar Kellyman, and Dayot Upamecano Fofana. Fulham are sidelined with Ricardo Nelson. Injuries to Chelsea's attack could impact their offensive capabilities.
Weather in London around match day is mild (around 61-63°F), unlikely to affect play significantly. Craven Cottage tends to favor the home team due to its atmosphere. Chelsea's congested schedule with cup competitions could cause fatigue.
Both teams are motivated to secure a win to boost their league position and chances for European football. Fulham aims to complete a season sweep over Chelsea and cement their top-half status, while Chelsea looks to bounce back after recent draws and maintain pressure on the top four.
Odds and Predictions
Category
Odds
Prediction
Confidence
Moneyline
Chelsea: 1.39, Fulham: 1.78, Draw: 2.44
Fulham to win or draw (double chance)
★★★★☆ 70%
Spread
Chelsea -0.5: 1.34, Fulham +50: 1.8
Fulham +0.5 (draw or win)
★★★★☆ 72%
Over/under
Over 2.5: 1.28, Under 2.5: 1.03
Under 2.5 goals
★★★☆☆ 65%
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Market
EV Pick
Moneyline
Fulham 11%
Spread
N/A
Over/Under
Under 2.5 18%
🔥 Best Value Pick: Under 2.5 at 18% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 18.8% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
Given the home advantage, recent win over Chelsea, and Chelsea's injury list affecting key attackers, Fulham has a good chance to either win or force a draw. However, Chelsea’s overall strength and deeper squad still make them a strong contender. Expect a close match with moderate scoring.
Chelsea hosts Ipswich Town in a Premier League match with Chelsea seeking to avoid a season sweep by Ipswich. Chelsea is currently 4th in the league with 53 points, while Ipswich Town is 18th with 20 points.
Key Factors to Consider
Chelsea has been inconsistent lately, winning against Tottenham and Legia Warsaw but losing to Arsenal and drawing with Brentford. Ipswich has shown mixed results, beating Bournemouth but losing to Wolverhampton Wanderers.
Chelsea has historically dominated Ipswich Town in head-to-head matches, but Ipswich recently won their first matchup this season. This could motivate Chelsea to perform better.
Chelsea has several players sidelined, including Marc Guiu and Wesley Fofana, while Ipswich is missing key players like O. Hutchinson and S. Szmodics.
Home advantage for Chelsea could play a significant role in enhancing their performance and morale.
Chelsea needs a win to avoid being swept by Ipswich this season, providing a strong motivation booster.
Odds and Predictions
Category
Odds
Prediction
Confidence
Moneyline
-380 (Chelsea), 830 (Ipswich), 490 (Draw)
Chelsea win
★★★★☆ 80%
Spread
-1.5 -138 (Chelsea), 1.5 104 (Ipswich)
Chelsea covers the spread
★★★★☆ 70%
Over_under
Over 3.5 113, Under 3.5 -150
Under 3.5
★★★☆☆ 55%
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Market
EV Pick
Moneyline
Chelsea -20%
Spread
N/A
Over/Under
Under 3.5 8%
🔥 Best Value Pick: Under 3.5 at 8% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 12.5% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
Chelsea is likely to win, given their strong squad and home advantage.
Chelsea faces Tottenham Hotspur in a critical Premier League matchup. Chelsea is currently 6th in the league, while Tottenham sits in 15th place. Recently, Tottenham has struggled, especially in London derbies, losing five out of nine matches this season, including a miserable record against Chelsea.
Key Factors to Consider
Chelsea has been performing more consistently than Tottenham, with a stronger league position and recent form favoring them. Tottenham under Ange Postecoglou has struggled, particularly in big games like these.
Historically, Chelsea has had the upper hand against Tottenham. In recent matches, Chelsea has dominated, notably with a 4-1 win in November 2023 at Tottenham's home ground.
Tottenham is dealing with several injury concerns, including doubts over Dejan Kulusevski, Kevin Danso, and Richarlison. Chelsea also has absences, including Noni Madueke, Nicolas Jackson, Marc Guiu, and Mykhailo Mudryk.
Pressure on Tottenham's manager, Ange Postecoglou, is high after a string of poor performances, and this match could impact his future at the club.
Chelsea aims to secure a solid position in the league, while Tottenham desperately needs points to avoid a historic low finish.
Odds and Predictions
Category
Odds
Prediction
Confidence
Moneyline
-160 (Chelsea), 340 (Tottenham), 340 (Draw)
Chelsea
★★★☆☆ 60%
Spread
-0.5 -163 (Chelsea), 50 122 (Tottenham)
Chelsea -0.5
★★★☆☆ 55%
Over_under
Over 3.5 -101, Under 3.5 -131
Under 3.5
★★★☆☆ 58%
Predicted Outcome
Chelsea is likely to win the match due to their superior form and historical advantage over Tottenham.