Chelsea vs Fulham 2025/26 Premier League Bet Builder & Predictions
Chelsea vs Fulham at Stamford Bridge on Saturday lunchtime is set to be a compelling West London derby as Chelsea looks to build on an emphatic away win, while Fulham aim to secure their first victory of the new Premier League season. Our football betting analyst is backing Chelsea to win, over 2.5 goals, and both teams scoring.
Team News and Context
Chelsea come into this home clash off the back of a dominant 5-1 victory away at West Ham, with Joao Pedro, Pedro Neto, Enzo Fernández, Moises Caicedo and Trevoh Chalobah all on the scoresheet.
This victory demonstrated Chelsea’s attacking depth, especially impressive given star man Cole Palmer was ruled out just before kick-off. Palmer remains a doubt for this weekend due to a groin issue.
Estevao Willian and Jamie Gittens are pushing to keep their places after sparkling displays. There are continued absences for defenders Levi Colwill, Roméo Lavia, Benoît Badiashile, and the injured Mykhailo Mudryk, while centre-back Tosin Adarabioyo faces a fitness test.
Fulham remain winless in the league but have shown late resilience with consecutive 1-1 draws against Brighton and Manchester United.
Rodrigo Muniz impressed off the bench against Brighton and earned a start against United, where his own goal was cancelled out by a smart finish from Emile Smith Rowe.
Alex Iwobi and Smith Rowe add quality in midfield, but Fulham’s squad lacks firepower beyond Muniz, and their defence is yet to keep a clean sheet. Left-back Antonee Robinson is expected to miss out again due to a knee injury, with Fulham otherwise near full strength.
Opening Weekend and Recent Form Recap
Chelsea’s opener was a frustrating 0-0 draw against Crystal Palace, with a host of debutants taking time to gel in front of home fans. However, their display at West Ham showed what their young, talented squad can do when things click, even in Palmer’s absence.
Joao Pedro and Pedro Neto in particular carried plenty of threat, while the midfield pairing of Fernández and Caicedo delivered goals and control.
Fulham earned a deserved point at Brighton thanks to Muniz’s stoppage-time equaliser but had to survive significant Brighton pressure.
Against Manchester United, the Cottagers came from behind once again and were spared by a Fernandes penalty miss, but struggled at times with creativity and defending set-pieces.
Head to Head and Current Form
Chelsea have traditionally dominated this fixture, unbeaten in 26 of their last 28 matches against Fulham in all competitions and winning sixteen of the past twenty-six league meetings. The most recent meeting at Stamford Bridge saw Chelsea win 2-0. Chelsea’s home form is respectable (D 0-0 v Palace) but their away hammering of West Ham increases confidence that goals are coming.
Fulham tend to fare better away from home and have held their own on visits to Stamford Bridge in recent years, but have only two victories over Chelsea in the last two decades. Both teams have scored in each of Fulham’s last two, but the side are yet to keep a clean sheet this term, while Chelsea’s only goal conceded came on the road.
Chelsea to Win
Chelsea are unbeaten in ten of their last eleven league matches and possess superior quality and squad depth in attack. With strong head-to-head dominance and the attacking confidence from their previous win, the hosts are well placed for another three points.
Over 2.5 Goals
Chelsea average 2.5 goals scored per match this season and Fulham have shown both a tendency to concede and a knack for late goals. Both sides will create opportunities, meaning three or more goals is a realistic prospect.
Both Teams to Score
Fulham’s attack, led by Muniz and supported by Iwobi and Smith Rowe, carries enough threat to trouble Chelsea’s evolving back line, while Chelsea’s own multi-pronged strike force should find the net at home.
Conclusion: Chelsea vs Fulham Betting Preview
Saturday’s early kick-off promises a high-energy derby brimming with attacking talent and recent narrative. Chelsea, buoyed by their five-goal haul at West Ham, are heavy favourites but a resilient Fulham should contribute to an open, competitive contest. Expect chances at both ends, Chelsea’s quality to prove decisive, and a lively scoreline.
To summarise, here are our football betting tips for Chelsea vs Fulham:
Chelsea to Win: The Blues’ momentum and home advantage should see them through.
Over 2.5 Goals: Attacking threats on both sides and defensive question marks set up a scoreline of at least three goals.
Both Teams to Score: Fulham’s fight and Chelsea’s own defensive changes point towards goals for both sides.
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