Graham Potter looks on, Enzo Maresca looks dejected
(Credit: Imago)
Joe Elvin
Wed 20 August 2025 10:10, UK
West Ham United host Chelsea in their first home game of the new Premier League season this Saturday.
The Hammers will be hoping to make up for their dire 3-0 defeat at Sunderland by getting one over their London rivals.
It won’t be easy. Chelsea come into this season having won the Club World Cup, and many are tipping them to be involved in the title race this season.
Chelsea beat West Ham 3-0 in this fixture last season while Julen Lopetegui was still in charge.
After the woeful showing against Sunderland, Graham Potter already needs a big performance against his former side to get the fans back onside.
Graham Potter, West Ham.
Graham Potter needs a big performance from his side after being thrashed by Sunderland last time out (Credit: Imago)
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Warm weather set to continue for West Ham v Chelsea match
The capital has enjoyed some wonderful weather this week, and that looks set to continue on Friday night when Chelsea visit the London Stadium.
According to the Met Office, temperatures will reach highs of 22°C when the match kicks off. There’s less than a 5 per cent chance of rain.
Winds will reach speeds of five miles per hour and there’s a predicted humidity level of 41%.
Chelsea were consistently playing in temperatures exceeding 35°C at the Club World Cup, but you’d imagine both sides will prefer the English summer temperatures.
Jarrod Bowen playing for West Ham
Jarrod Bowen will hope to fire West Ham to victory under the lights on Friday night (Credit: Imago)
Tickets still available for West Ham v Chelsea
This fixture is being broadcast live on Sky Sports at an awkward kick-off time for some people, which has meant there are still tickets available in the home end.
Tickets will cost between £50 and £105 for adults. You can buy tickets online or by calling 0333 030 1966.
The Hammers will need some serious backing from the home fans against one of the league’s strongest teams.
Travel information for West Ham v Chelsea
Fans are encouraged to make use of public transport links and arrive at the ground in plenty of time.
Stratford, Stratford International, Stratford High St, Pudding Mill Lane, West Ham and Hackney Wick stations are all within walking distance of the ground.
Fans are advised to make use of TfL’s real-time updates to ensure they’re informed of any delays in the travel network.
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