LiontipsChelsea vs West Ham. Prediction and Betting Tips for English Premier League (April 24, 2022).
Command Analysis
Chelsea finished second in their Champions League group and defeated French champions LOSC Lille in the first playoffs round (4:1 on aggregate). The Blues lost to Real Madrid (1:3) in the first leg of their quarterfinal match and failed to overturn the two-goal deficit in the second game, thus ending their European campaign.
Thomas Tuchel's men reached the finals of both the League Cup and the FA Cup. In the former, Chelsea lost to Liverpool on penalties. In the FA Cup, they beat Crystal Palace (2:0) in the semifinal and once again will take on Liverpool in the final game in May.
In the Premier League, Chelsea have earned 62 points from 31 games. They are 3rd on the log with a game in hand over other top-5 teams. After a 6:0 victory over Southampton, Chelsea lost to Arsenal (2:4).
Chilwell, Rudiger, Kovacic, and Hudson-Odoi have been ruled out of this game.
West Ham are having a great season. The club has new sponsors and did well in the transfer market, strengthening the squad. The Hammers have been enjoying success in the Europa League - after defeating Lyon (4:1 on aggregate), the team advanced to the semifinals of the tournament.
In the FA Cup, the Londoners were stopped by Southampton in the last 16 (1:3).
David Moyes' charges are currently in 7th place in the Premier League standings with 52 points from 15 victories and seven draws. After a victory over Everton (2:1), West Ham lost to Brentford (0:2) and drew against Burnley (1:1).
Diop, Zouma, and Ogbonna are unavailable for West Ham today.
Trends
СтавкаGoals in both halves - yes
In 3 of Chelsea's last 4 games, goals were scored in both halves.
СтавкаCorrect score 3:1
The hosts won 2 of the last 3 head-to-head games.
СтавкаCorners: total over 9.5
This bet won in 2 of the last 4 games of the visitors.
СтавкаPenalties: no
No penalties were given in 3 of the last 5 head-to-head games.
Tip and bets
We are in for an exciting game. Both sides have been inconsistent of late but are looking to get back to the winning ways. We think that Chelsea have a slight edge here. The Blues have a better team on paper and quality performers who can make all the difference. Tuchel's side lost in the reverse fixture, but should get revenge today.
Our prediction — Asian handicap (-1) to Chelsea
Recent performance of West Ham hasn't been convincing - in the last two games they lost to Brentford and failed to beat Burnley. We are predicting a confident victory for the Blues.
Second bet — Chelsea to win by 2 goals
