{"id":1422190,"date":"2026-01-05T12:24:25","date_gmt":"2026-01-05T12:24:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/?post_type=news&p=1422190"},"modified":"2026-01-05T12:24:28","modified_gmt":"2026-01-05T12:24:28","slug":"match-preview-fulham-vs-chelsea-07-01-2026-premier-league","status":"publish","type":"news","link":"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/news\/match-preview-fulham-vs-chelsea-07-01-2026-premier-league\/","title":{"rendered":"Fulham vs Chelsea: predictions, stats, tips, betting offers & odds"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Fulham welcome Chelsea to Craven Cottage in a London derby with both sides eager to strengthen their mid-season prospects. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

With kick-off set for Wednesday at 7:30 PM, the spotlight falls on Chelsea\u2019s attacking prowess and Fulham\u2019s hopes of an upset against their more decorated neighbours. Recent head-to-head history heavily favours the Blues, yet Fulham\u2019s disciplined approach and capacity to spring surprises make this a fixture worth close attention for bettors and neutral fans alike.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Best Bets & Predictions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Based on Chelsea\u2019s superior season-long attack, possession dominance, and clean sheet record, our top recommendation is backing the home win. We\u2019re also intrigued by the value on both teams to score, given Fulham\u2019s ability to create and Chelsea\u2019s occasional defensive lapses. Here are our expert picks for this clash:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Our Prediction<\/th>\nOdds & Bookmaker<\/th>\nConfidence<\/th>\nWhy We’re Backing It<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
Both Teams to Score \u2013 Yes<\/strong><\/td>\n8\/13 @ Bet365<\/a>
(61.9%)<\/td>\n		\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>\nThe data strongly supports Both Teams to Score (BTTS) at Craven Cottage. Fulham’s home matches have a high BTTS rate of 60% , while Chelsea’s overall BTTS percentage is also high. Fulham averages 1.7 goals per home game, and Chelsea averages 1.8 goals per game on the road . With both teams demonstrating consistent attacking output and defensive vulnerabilities (Fulham conceded 29 goals), a high-scoring affair where both sides find the net is the statistically likely outcome.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Draw<\/strong><\/td>\n13\/5 @ Bet365<\/a>
(27.8%)<\/td>\n		\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>\nA draw is a strong possibility, with one prediction model assigning a 42% probability to this outcome . Fulham’s overall draw percentage is 15.8% (4 draws in 19 matches), while Chelsea has drawn 7 of their 20 matches . Given the derby nature of the fixture and Fulham’s home advantage, the match is likely to be a tight, cagey affair. The statistical likelihood of a stalemate, coupled with the competitive nature of the teams, makes the draw a compelling data-driven prediction.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Odds correct at the time of writing. Please gamble responsibly.<\/small><\/p>\n\n\n

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