TOT vs CHE Dream11 Prediction: Tottenham vs Chelsea Premier League 2024-25 Preview, Dream11 Prediction, Fantasy Football Tips & Betting Advice

London rivals Tottenham Hotspur and Chelsea will square off in a high-octane Premier League derby this Sunday at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

Competition: English Premier League 2024-25

PL fixture: Tottenham Hotspurs vs Chelsea

Date: 8 December 2024

Time: 10 PM IST

Venue: Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, London

Tottenham vs Chelsea Match Preview

Chelsea demolished Southampton 5-1, while Tottenham struggled in a narrow 1-0 defeat to Bournemouth. With both clubs in differing forms, this fixture promises to be an enthralling contest.

Tottenham Hotspur is heading into this fixture under pressure after a poor display at Bournemouth, losing 1-0 in a match where they were outplayed for much of the game. Manager Ange Postecoglou has faced criticism from Spurs fans for the team’s lackluster performance. Tottenham’s troubles worsened after they struggled without key defensive options, relying heavily on one fit center-back. Despite this, Postecoglou will rally his squad for this crucial London derby as they attempt to climb out of the mid-table obscurity that currently sees them in 10th place in the Premier League standings—six points adrift of a Champions League spot.

Spurs have only managed to win one of their last six games across all competitions, but their notable 4-0 victory over Manchester City was a moment of relief. Tottenham will be aiming to extend their scoring streak at home to 10 games this weekend. However, they have struggled to maintain consistency at their own stadium, with no victories in their last three games against Roma, Fulham, and Ipswich Town. Historically, they’ve underperformed against their London rivals, winning only four of their last 13 Premier League matches against fellow capital clubs.

Chelsea, on the other hand, heads into this clash with confidence following their dominant 5-1 win against Southampton. Enzo Maresca’s team showed their attacking strength by overwhelming Southampton in a clinical display, driven by goals from Christopher Nkunku, Noni Madueke, and Cole Palmer. Despite his public reluctance to speak about Chelsea’s title credentials, Maresca’s men have proven themselves to be a force this season, sitting second in the league standings—just seven points behind Liverpool after leapfrogging Arsenal on goal difference.

The Blues’ success has come from consistency, with four consecutive wins across all competitions—three of which came on the road. Their recent record at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium has also been impressive. Chelsea has won five of their last seven games in this fixture at the venue since 2019, including a dominant 4-1 victory over Spurs last season during a period of implosion for the home side.

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TOT vs CHE Dream11 Prediction

Goalkeeper: Forster

Defenders: Porro, Cucurella, Gusto

Midfielders: Caicedo, Fernandez, Palmer, Maddison

Forwards: Jackson, Solanke, Son

Tottenham Hotspur Lineup 

Goalkeeper: Forster

Defenders: Porro, Gray, Dragusin, Udogie

Midfielders: Kulusevski, Bissouma, Sarr

Forwards: Johnson, Solanke, Son

Tottenham Hotspur News

• Ben Davies suffered a hamstring injury during Thursday’s defeat at Bournemouth.
• Micky van de Ven is also unavailable with a thigh issue.
• Cristian Romero is racing to return from his own injury concerns.
• Young Archie Gray might partner Radu Dragusin at center-back.
• The Lilywhites will also miss a host of other players, including Rodrigo Bentancur (Suspended), Guglielmo Vicario (Ankle injury), Richarlison (Hamstring issue), Mikey Moore (Illness) and Wilson Odobert (Hamstring issue).
• Son Heung-min could return to the starting lineup after only being used as a substitute during the midweek.

Chelsea Lineup

Goalkeeper: Sanchez

Defenders: Gusto, Disasi, Colwill, Cucurella

Midfielders: Caicedo, Fernandez

Forwards: Sancho, Palmer, Neto, Jackson

Chelsea News

• Wesley Fofana, Omari Kellyman and Reece James remain sidelined due to hamstring problems.
• Mykhaylo Mudryk is battling illness.
• Enzo Maresca has the option to rotate his side with key figures like Pedro Neto, Sancho, and Nicolas Jackson coming back into consideration for the front line.
• Levi Colwill and Robert Sanchez are ready to return, though Axel Disasi’s could retain his place at the heart of Chelsea’s defense.

Who will Win Tottenham vs Chelsea Premier League 2024-25 Match?

After their dominant performance against Southampton, Chelsea comes into this fixture with more momentum. Tottenham’s injury concerns, combined with their lackluster performance against Bournemouth, suggest they may struggle to contain the attacking prowess of Chelsea. Despite their recent home scoring streak, Spurs are unlikely to replicate their win against Manchester City here, especially with so many injuries to contend with.

Prediction: Tottenham Hotspur 1 – 3 Chelsea

The visitors are expected to capitalize on the defensive fragility of Postecoglou’s men, with a Chelsea attack that has proven prolific against weaker defensive units this season. Spurs’ recent struggles at home against their London rivals further emphasize this prediction.

Tottenham vs Chelsea Betting Tips

Tottenham 12/5

Draw 31/10

Chelsea 11/10

Likely Result – Chelsea Win 

First Goalscorer

Cole Palmer 11/2

Nicolas Jackson 6/1

Christopher Nkunku 13/2

Dominic Solanke 7/1

Marc Guiu 7/1

Richarlison 15/2

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