15 hours Ago By Tom Lunn
Chelsea host Fulham in a big west London derby in the Premier League on Boxing Day afternoon. Find the latest match odds for Chelsea vs Fulham on BetMGM. Odds are subject to change.
Chelsea are the deserved odds-on favourites to win this clash against west London rivals Fulham. The Blues are in second place just four points behind Liverpool having only lost twice all Premier League season. Enzo Maresca hasn't just got them defending better but also attacking with ruthlessness as they've already netted 37, the joint second highest tally in the league behind Tottenham.
Fulham have drawn four in their last five outings, edging them slightly down the table but still in contention for a battle for top five. They've avoided defeat more times than Newcastle, Man City, Aston Villa and Bournemouth this season, all of whom sit above them. They've managed to perform really well against the top sides too drawing to Arsenal and Liverpool in two of their last three meetings.
But coming up against Southampton managed to draw 0-0 and lose another crucial two points. Fulham have performed well against top sides getting those crucial points, but have then lost 4-1 to Wolves, 3-2 to City and 3-1 to Villa. This will be a tough game for both sides and it's likely that one team's unbeaten streak will have to end.
Chelsea will likely continue their scoring record against Fulham, who have hit good form but are scoring almost as much as they're conceding and that tracks with their seven draws so far this season. With just six wins so far, they look unlikely in breaking down Chelsea who will be looking to make up yet more ground on Liverpool in the hunt for the title. Cole Palmer hasn't scored or assisted in his last two outings for the Blues in the Premier League so he's likely to be in amongst the goals again now.
Nicolas Jackson has scored just once in his last four appearances and given his previous scoring form should also be scoring again soon, likely against Fulham where they should have plenty of chances at both ends. Commercial content notice: Taking one of the bookmaker offers featured in this article may result in a payment to talkSPORT. 18+.
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