Fulham vs Chelsea

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Premier League · Aug 24, 2026 · 19:00

Match preview

West London derby day approaches as Fulham host Chelsea at Craven Cottage on August 24, 2026. Both sides currently share an identical 41% win rate in the Premier League, making this an intriguing early-season fixture. Fulham enter the clash with mixed recent form, having secured two wins, a draw, and two losses in their last five outings. Their goal-scoring record of 43 goals scored versus 46 conceded suggests a team capable of finding the net but also vulnerable defensively.

Chelsea, meanwhile, arrive in distinctly poorer recent shape, registering just one win and four defeats in their last five. Despite this dip, their overall season statistics reveal a more potent attack (53 goals) and a slightly tighter defence (41 conceded). Head-to-head encounters have been fiercely contested, with recent history showing a balanced rivalry, including two wins apiece for Fulham in the last five meetings. The bookmakers have Chelsea as narrow favourites at 2.247, reflecting their historical dominance despite current form. The high odds for a draw (3.8) alongside the 45% draw probability suggests a tight affair is anticipated, with an Over 2.5 goals market at 1.68 pointing towards an open game. Key narratives will revolve around Chelsea's ability to bounce back from their poor run and Fulham's chance to assert local bragging rights.