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Last 5 matches · 2W-2D-1L · +1 goal difference
Last 5 matches · 3W-1D-1L · +6 goal difference
BetGenius backs Chelsea or Draw (Double Chance) at 68% confidence — a solid call. Total goals: Under 2.5 Goals.
Fulham host Chelsea in a Premier League London derby at Craven Cottage. Both sides enter the match with zero points in the early standings. Fulham concluded their recent run of five matches with two wins, two draws, and one defeat, most recently securing a 1-0 victory over VfB Stuttgart. However, the hosts will be without defender J. Andersen due to suspension following a red card, alongside midfielder T. Cairney who is sidelined with a knee injury.
Chelsea come into the fixture having recorded two wins, one draw, and two defeats in their last five outings, highlighted by a 3-1 win over Real Sociedad and a 3-0 victory against AC Milan. The visitors also face disciplinary and injury constraints, missing W. Fofana to a red card suspension and J. Henderson due to a wrist injury.
Historically, Chelsea hold the edge in this fixture with six victories across the last 10 head-to-head encounters, compared to Fulham's three wins and one draw. While Fulham did claim a 2-1 victory in their most recent meeting on 7 January 2026, the historical average of 2.1 goals per game across their past 10 meetings suggests a tightly contested affair.
Combined scoring rate: 3 goals per game (Fulham at home plus Chelsea away).
League scoring and assist totals for this season — not a predicted lineup. Availability is only shown where team news names the same player.
| # | Team | P | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Manchester CityPromotion - Champions League (League phase) | 7 | +12 | 21 |
| 2 | ArsenalPromotion - Champions League (League phase) | 7 | +6 | 18 |
| 3 | BrightonPromotion - Champions League (League phase) | 7 | +18 | 16 |
| 4 | ChelseaPromotion - Champions League (League phase) | 7 | +4 | 13 |
| 5 | LiverpoolPromotion - Europa League (League phase) | 7 | +1 | 12 |
| 6 | Brentford | 7 | +5 | 10 |
| 7 | Leeds | 7 | +3 | 10 |
| 16 | Tottenham | 7 | -4 | 6 |
| 17 | Nottingham Forest | 8 | -4 | 6 |
| 18 | CoventryRelegation - Championship | 7 | -8 | 6 |
| 19 | FulhamRelegation - Championship | 7 | -3 | 5 |
| 20 | SunderlandRelegation - Championship | 7 | -8 | 4 |
Chelsea have won 6 of the last 10 meetings, averaging 2.1 goals a game, only 40% went over 2.5.
Settled results only — every published pick is recorded win or lose. Full track record →
Based on at least 20 settled predictions.Chelsea have won 6 of the last 10 head-to-head encounters against Fulham, with only 1 draw in that span. With both sides missing key defensive personnel (J. Andersen for Fulham and W. Fofana for Chelsea), Chelsea's recent scoring form (9 goals across their last 3 outings) gives them an advantage to secure at least a point.
Published August 23, 2026. Form, team news and table context refresh automatically.
