Tottenham vs Chelsea: Predictions, Team News, Betting Tips, Odds, and Bet Builder Guide
In a highly anticipated London derby, Tottenham Hotspur will host Chelsea on Saturday, November 1, at 5:30 PM. This match promises to be crucial as both teams navigate their challenges in the Premier League, with Tottenham seeking to improve their poor recent record against their rivals.
Match Details
- Date: Saturday, November 1
- Kick-off: 5:30 PM
- Venue: Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, London
- Competition: Premier League
- Broadcast: Sky Sports Main Event & Sky Sports Premier League
Recent Performances
Tottenham began the weekend in third place, having garnered 17 points so far this season. Their performance has seen some ups and downs, including a disappointing 2-0 defeat to Newcastle in the EFL Cup, effectively ending their cup aspirations. Tottenham has secured a majority of their points away from home, struggling significantly at their own stadium.
Conversely, Chelsea, currently sitting in ninth place, has found consistency elusive. They have registered only four wins out of their first 13 matches, with their recent form highlighted by a 2-1 loss to newly promoted Sunderland. Despite this, Chelsea advanced in the EFL Cup with a thrilling 4-3 victory against Wolves, demonstrating their potential to score.
Key Betting Insights
The match presents several exciting betting opportunities. Notably:
- Best Bet: Both teams to score and over 2.5 goals at odds of 19-20.
- Player Card Bet: Marc Cucurella to receive a card at 21-10.
- Red Card Prediction: A red card shown in the match at 5-1 with bet365.
Injury Updates and Team News
Both teams are battling with injuries as they approach this crucial clash. For Tottenham, several key players including Yves Bissouma and Dejan Kulusevski are unavailable. However, Cristian Romero and Destiny Udogie are expected to participate.
Chelsea will also miss key players. Cole Palmer, Dario Essugo, and Benoit Badiashile are sidelined, along with Levi Colwill, who remains injured. Suspensions have added to their woes, with Liam Delap unable to play.
Predicted Line-ups
| Team | Predicted Line-up |
|---|---|
| Tottenham | Vicario; Porro, Romero, Van de Ven, Spence; Bentancur, Palhinha; Kudus, Bergvall, Simons; Kolo Muani |
| Chelsea | Sanchez; James, Acheampong, Chalobah, Cucurella; Santos, Caicedo; Neto, Fernandez, Garnacho; Joao Pedro |
Match Predictions
With both teams demonstrating mixed performances, this London derby could see plenty of action. Chelsea has historically dominated this fixture, winning nine of their last eleven encounters with Spurs. Fans can expect a competitive match that is likely to see numerous goals and potentially several cards shown, given the intense rivalry.
