2025-26 Premier League MW3 Preview - Chelsea vs. Fulham: Can the Blues stay unbeaten as they face the Cottagers? August 27, 2025 by Marc Jerbs
The London derby between Chelsea and Fulham is set to light up Stamford Bridge in Week 3 of the 2025/26 Premier League season. The match will take place on Saturday, August 30, 2025, with kick-off scheduled for 12:30 PM BST.
Team Form and Season So Far
Chelsea's Early Form
Chelsea have made a promising unbeaten start to the campaign. Their season began with a 0-0 draw against Crystal Palace before a dominant 5-1 victory over West Ham, where rising star Estevão registered his first assist. After two matches, the Blues are averaging 3.0 goals scored and only 0.5 conceded per game. They currently sit 3rd in the Premier League table with 4 points, having scored 5 goals and conceded just 1, giving them a goal difference of +4.
Looking back, Chelsea were 5th in the 2024/25 Premier League standings after 27 matches, with 46 points from 13 wins, 7 draws, and 7 defeats, alongside a +16 goal difference. By the end of the 2025 season, they climbed to 6th place with 54 points, reflecting steady progress under their current setup.
Fulham's Early Form
Fulham, meanwhile, have had a mixed beginning to their season. They opened with a 1-1 draw against Brighton, followed by a 2-2 draw with Everton, showing both attacking potential and defensive vulnerability. On average, the Cottagers are scoring 1.5 goals and conceding 1.5 goals per game.
They currently occupy 11th place in the Premier League table with 2 points, having scored 3 and conceded 3. In comparison, Fulham were 9th in the 2024/25 standings after 27 matches, with 42 points and a +4 goal difference, and ultimately finished the 2025 season in 9th place with 48 points, proving themselves a solid mid-table side.
Chelsea vs. Fulham Sports Bet Odds
The Blues are the favorites to win the game. Here are our latest odds:
- The Blues are favored by 1 point, with a full-time result of 1.50.
- The Cottagers the underdogs by 1 point, with a full-time result of 6.00.
- Draw has a full-time result of 4.50.
- Total Goals is set at 2.5 points, with the Under at 2.20 and the Over at 1.66.
Head-to-Head Record (Last 5 Premier League Meetings)
Chelsea have enjoyed the upper hand in this fixture, with 3 wins, 1 draw, and 1 loss in their last five league meetings against Fulham.
Here's a breakdown of their most recent encounters:
- 03 Feb 2023: Chelsea 0-0 Fulham
- 12 Jan 2023: Fulham 2-1 Chelsea
- 02 Oct 2023: Fulham 0-2 Chelsea
- 13 Jan 2024: Chelsea 1-0 Fulham
- 26 Dec 2024: Chelsea 1-2 Fulham
Overall, Chelsea have won 24 of their 39 total meetings, with Fulham winning 3 and 12 ending in draws. Across those games, the fixture averages 2.23 goals per match.
Key Players to Watch
Chelsea
- Estevão – Already making his mark with an assist against West Ham, the youngster could be pivotal in unlocking defenses.
- Cole Palmer & João Pedro – Both will be relied upon for attacking creativity and finishing.
- Enzo Fernández & Reece James – Bringing midfield control and defensive leadership, crucial for maintaining balance.
Fulham
- Fulham's strength lies in their resilience and organization. Their forwards will need to be clinical to capitalize on limited opportunities.
- Key performers include their front-line attackers, who must test Chelsea's defense, while their defensive unit will look to contain Chelsea's high-scoring attack.
Final Thought
Chelsea head into this derby as favorites, backed by strong attacking form and the home support of Stamford Bridge. Their five - goal display against West Ham highlighted their offensive threat, and they will be determined to extend their unbeaten run. However, Fulham's determination, highlighted by their ability to grind out draws, suggests they will not make it easy. The Cottagers will aim to frustrate Chelsea, capitalize on counterattacks, and perhaps secure their first win of the season. This West London derby has all the ingredients for a compelling contest—Chelsea chasing momentum at the top end of the table, and Fulham looking to prove they can disrupt bigger opposition.
2025-26 Premier League Table
| # | CLUB | W | D | L | PTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Arsenal | 2 | 0 | 0 | 6 |
| 2 | Tottenham | 2 | 0 | 0 | 6 |
| 3 | Liverpool | 2 | 0 | 0 | 6 |
| 4 | Chelsea | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| 5 | Nottingham Forest | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| 6 | Manchester City | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 |
| 7 | Sunderland | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 |
| 8 | Everton | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 |
| 9 | Bournemouth | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 |
| 10 | Burnley | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 |
| 11 | Brentford | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 |
| 12 | Leeds | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 |
| 13 | Fulham | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| 14 | Crystal Palace | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| 15 | Newcastle | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| 16 | Manchester United | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| 17 | Aston Villa | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| 18 | Brighton | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| 19 | Wolverhampton | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| 20 | West Ham | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
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