Our Chelsea vs Tottenham prediction is a home win for Xabi Alonso’s side in Saturday night’s London derby at Stamford Bridge. Chelsea arrive fourth in the Premier League after back-to-back wins and have won the last six league meetings with Spurs, while Roberto De Zerbi’s Tottenham only picked up their first league win of the season on Monday. Spurs will bring belief, but the numbers point firmly towards the Blues.
Chelsea vs Tottenham: Key Facts
- Competition: Premier League, Matchweek 8
- Date: Saturday, 24 October 2026
- Kick-off: 7:30pm EAT (5:30pm UK time)
- Venue: Stamford Bridge, London
- League position: Chelsea 4th (13 points), Tottenham 16th (6 points)
- Last league result: Everton 0-2 Chelsea; Tottenham 3-1 Coventry City
- Head to head: Chelsea have won the last six league meetings
- Managers: Xabi Alonso (Chelsea), Roberto De Zerbi (Tottenham)
Chelsea Form and Team News
Chelsea’s start under Alonso was a little uneven, with dropped points in some early games, but they have found their rhythm. A 5-1 home win over Bournemouth was followed by a 2-0 win away at Everton last weekend, and that has lifted them into fourth place with 13 points from seven games. Our Everton vs Chelsea prediction set the scene for that win on Merseyside.
The big team news is in goal. First-choice goalkeeper Emiliano Martínez is out injured after the Everton game, so Alonso will have to turn to his back-up. That is a factor worth noting, especially with Spurs scoring three times in their last game.
There are also reports in England that Reece James remains sidelined, along with winger Jamie Gittens. Check the confirmed team sheet before kick-off for the final picture.
Tottenham Form and Team News
It has been a difficult start for De Zerbi. Spurs went six league games without a win before finally beating Coventry City 3-1 on Monday night, with James Maddison, Omar Marmoush and Ben Davies scoring. That result lifted them out of the bottom three and up to 16th. You can read the full story in our Tottenham 3-1 Coventry report.
Maddison looked sharp on his first competitive start since May 2025, and Dejan Kulusevski also made his long-awaited return from a knee problem as a substitute. Both give De Zerbi more creativity in the final third.
Spurs do have injury problems, though. Several first-team players are reported to be out, and Tosin Adarabioyo, Andy Robertson and Marmoush are believed to be doubts after the Coventry game. De Zerbi will not confirm his side until the team sheets are released an hour before kick-off.
Chelsea vs Tottenham Head to Head
This derby has been one-sided in recent seasons. Chelsea have won the last six league meetings between the clubs, and over the long history of the fixture they have won far more games than Spurs. Tottenham have struggled badly on their visits to Stamford Bridge, and they head there with only one league win to their name this season.
Chelsea vs Tottenham Prediction
The main points to consider before you place a bet:
- Chelsea’s form is rising. Two straight wins, eight goals scored and only one conceded in that run.
- Spurs have a fragile confidence. One win in seven league games, even if Monday’s result gives them a lift.
- The goalkeeper question. Martínez’s absence could give Spurs some hope, especially if Maddison is allowed time to shoot from distance.
- Short recovery for Spurs. Tottenham played on Monday night, while Chelsea have had a full week to prepare for this game.
Spurs should cause Chelsea some problems, and a goal for the visitors would not be a surprise given the change in goal at Chelsea. Still, home advantage, form and history all favour the Blues.
Our pick: Chelsea to win.
Alternative: Both teams to score.
Predicted score: Chelsea 2-1 Tottenham.
See our full Chelsea vs Tottenham prediction page for more markets, and check every Premier League game on our football predictions hub. Fixtures and the latest table are on the official Premier League website.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is Chelsea vs Tottenham in Kenya?
Chelsea vs Tottenham kicks off at 7:30pm EAT on Saturday 24 October 2026 at Stamford Bridge.
Who is injured for Chelsea vs Tottenham?
Chelsea are without goalkeeper Emiliano Martínez, while Tottenham have several reported absentees and doubts over players who featured against Coventry. Final team news comes an hour before kick-off.
Who won the last Chelsea vs Tottenham game?
Chelsea won the most recent meeting and have now won six league games in a row against Spurs.
What is the best bet for Chelsea vs Tottenham?
We are backing a Chelsea win, with both teams to score as an alternative. No bet is ever guaranteed, so stake only what you can afford.
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