Chelsea host winless Bournemouth at Stamford Bridge on Saturday, looking to end a three-game league drought. Here is our preview, a simple prediction and a guide to following the match.
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The Chelsea vs Bournemouth Premier League fixture will be taking place at Stamford Bridge this Saturday. The Blues host the Cherries, who are without a win so far this season.
Preview: Chelsea vs Bournemouth
Chelsea currently sit 10th in the league table. Xabi Alonso’s side is without a league win in 3 games. Meanwhile, Bournemouth arrive in west London for matchday six without a league win as well. Alonso used the international break to fix a leaky defence. For Marco Rose’s side, they will look to put an end to a long wait for a win against the Blues. Now, both managers are in need of crucial points, and Saturday gives them a big chance.
Chelsea started the season in thrilling style. They needed 3 goals to beat Fulham and 4 to beat Brighton. They also came back from 2-0 down to win 6-3 against Leeds in the League Cup. Later, a 2-1 loss at Arsenal was not seen as a bad result. But, the Blues have not won in the league since. The defence is the big worry as they have not held a single league opponent to fewer than 2 goals this season.
The Cherries have had a tougher time in the league. Rose took over from Andoni Iraola, who left in the summer and joined Liverpool. The team is 17th with no win, but they took full points on their Europa League debut in September. They also beat Lincoln City 4-0 in the League Cup.
The injury list is the real problem at the moment. Alex Scott has hurt his thigh and could miss games until November. Eli Junior Kroupi is already out for the whole season too. So, losing two key young players makes any trip to London harder, and Rose will need his squad to step up.
CHELSEA’S CURRENT FORM IN PREMIER LEAGUE:
Last 5 games: W W L D L
BOURNEMOUTH’S CURRENT FORM IN PREMIER LEAGUE:
Last 5 games: L D D D L
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Head-To-Head Record: Chelsea vs Bournemouth
These two PL sides have faced each other 19 times in the league, as per official league stats:
Chelsea Draws Bournemouth
9 6 4
Where To Watch the Chelsea vs Bournemouth Match?
This Premier League fixture should be live on the league’s official broadcasters in each country. Check the local Premier League broadcaster or streaming app for the exact channel, because rights differ by country.
Nigeria: SuperSport Premier League Nigeria, DStv Now, Canal+ Sport 3 Afrique, SuperSport MaXimo 1 & 2
Kenya: DStv Now, GO TV, SuperSport Premier League ROA, SuperSport MaXimo 1 & 2
India: Star Sports Select HD1, Star Sports Select 1, JioHotstar,
China: MiguQ, Q Sports Live
USA: Telemundo Deportes En Vivo, NBC Sports App, nbcsports.com, UNIVERSO NOW, USA Network, UNIVERSO
UK: Sky Sports Main Event, Sky Sports Premier League, Sky Go, Sky Sports App
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Match Prediction: Chelsea vs Bournemouth
This looks like a tight game with goals at both ends. Chelsea have the better squad and the home crowd, and they know a poor result would increase the pressure on the west London football club. Still, their defence has not looked safe. Meanwhile, Bournemouth will believe they can score away from home. Rose’s side has shown spirit in Europe and the cup, and their record here is better than it looks.
PREDICTION: CHELSEA 3-1 BOURNEMOUTH
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Disclaimer
The prediction is based on the understanding, analysis, and instinct of the author. While making your prediction, consider the points mentioned, and make your own decision.