Chelsea vs Fulham Prediction: Lineups, Odds and Stats

*Odds are subject to change.

Chelsea welcome Fulham to Stamford Bridge on Saturday 30 August 2025. In round three of the English Premier League (EPL) season, this West London derby kicks off at 12:30pm.

Both teams will strive for local bragging rights before the September international break. Experienced top-flight referee Rob Jones takes charge of the action.

Chelsea vs Fulham Prediction

Chelsea are clear favourites to win, but 1.53 odds in the Final Result market offers no value. I prefer the Chelsea -1 Handicap at 2.40. The Blues are playing with extra confidence since beating PSG to lift the Club World Cup. They should have too much firepower for an overmatched Fulham side.

For an alternative pick, check out Both Team To Score “No” at 1.95 rather than BTTS “Yes” at 1.83. Apart from a 6th-minute sucker punch at West Ham, Chelsea’s defence is usually solid. Fulham only scored 54 goals in the 2024-25 campaign.

Chelsea Latest News & Form

This season looks promising for Chelsea to build on last term’s third-place league finish. They’ve added fresh energy and firepower with new signings Liam Delap, Estevao, and Jamie Gittens. So, the fans expect them to challenge in all competitions.

Chelsea’s 34-man first-team squad has several injuries. Romeo Lavia (muscle injury) and Benoit Badiashile (knock) are out until at least mid-September. There’s no news on potential returns for Cole Palmer (groin) or Omari Kellyman (thigh). Levi Colwill (knee) may miss the whole season. Mykhaylo Mudryk is their only suspended first-team player.

The Blues are currently fourth in the table with four points and a +4 goal difference.

Chelsea began their season with an uninspiring goalless draw at home to Crystal Palace. They then thrashed West Ham 5-1 in a clinical away performance. Scoring five goals from seven shots on target.

Head coach Enzo Maresca has a big squad to keep happy. But the group looks more balanced than this time last year. With multiple options in every position.

Player in Focus

Joao Pedro looks Chelsea’s main danger man, a quick, versatile threat going forward. The Brazil international has bagged four goals since joining from Brighton in July 2025. He opened the scoring in EPL gameweek two versus West Ham. You can get 2.40 odds for him to score anytime against Fulham.

Fulham Latest News & Form

Fulham are thirteenth in the league standings on two points. The Cottagers have played out two 1-1 draws so far this season. First at Brighton. Then, in EPL round two, substitute Emile Smith Rowe rescued a point at home to Man United.

Head coach Marco Silva is a clever tactician. He used astute substitutes to make the difference in their two previous league games. Silva plays a compact system, and Fulham will sit back looking to punish Chelsea on the counter.

The Cottagers have a fully fit squad and no current injuries. But Harry Wilson is a doubt after being taken off in the 2-0 League Cup win against Bristol City.

Player in Focus

Rodrigo Muniz: The 24 year-old Brazilian forward showed his talent in Fulham’s first EPL game. Scoring in added time against Brighton to rescue a crucial point. This form should see him lead the Fulham attack against Chelsea. Bet365 offers odds of 3.0 for Muniz to score or assist a goal.

Chelsea vs Fulham Possible Lineups

Chelsea (4-2-3-1): Robert Sanchez – Reece James, Tosin Adarabioyo, Trevoh Chalobah, Marc Cucurella – Enzo Fernandez, Moises Caceido – Pedro Neto, Estevao, Joao Pedro – Liam Delap

Fulham (4-2-3-1): Bernd Leno – Kenny Tete, Joachim Andersen, Calvin Bassey, Antonee Robinson – Sander Berge, Sasa Lukic – Joshua King, Alex Iwobi, Emile Smith Rowe – Rodrigo Muniz

Chelsea vs Fulham Head to Head

The stats show three Chelsea wins from the last five Chelsea-Fulham H2H battles.

Where to Watch Chelsea vs Fulham Live on TV?

TNT Sports 1 will broadcast the action live. TNT Sports subscribers can also watch via the Discover+ app on mobile devices.