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Chelsea vs Fulham Premier League Betting Preview
Chelsea host Fulham at Stamford Bridge on Saturday, August 30, 2025, at 12:30 PM BST. This London derby sees Chelsea FC aiming to build on their strong start under Enzo Maresca, while Fulham FC arrive hoping to upset their neighbours. Both sides enter with momentum, making this Chelsea vs Fulham Betting Preview one of the standout fixtures in the weekend’s football calendar.
- Chelsea: 2-1 win vs West Ham on Matchday 1, with Cole Palmer starring (goal + assist). Retained strong squad depth, added João Félix, and remain dominant at Stamford Bridge.
- Fulham: 1-1 draw vs Brighton showed defensive grit. Marco Silva’s side rely on transitions and new signing Emile Smith Rowe for attacking spark.
- Head-to-Head: Chelsea lead 29 wins to Fulham’s 11 across 50 Premier League meetings. Goals average 2.74 per game. Fulham won the reverse 2-1 in Dec 2024, but Chelsea have taken 4 of the last 6 at home.
Key Betting Markets and Odds Comparison – Chelsea vs Fulham Premier League
Please note that odds are subject to change, so check Tobibet for updates before placing your bets.
1X2 (Moneyline) Odds
| Outcome | Average Odds | Best Odds (Bookmaker) | Implied Probability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chelsea Win | 1.53–1.62 | -150 to -188 | 58–64% |
| Draw | 4.00–4.33 | +280 to +433 | 21–23% |
| Fulham Win | 5.00–6.00 | +350 to +550 | 16–20% |
Over/Under 2.5 Goals
| Outcome | Average Odds | Range | Implied Probability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Over 2.5 | 1.73–1.96 | -110 to -136 | 52–58% |
| Under 2.5 | 1.89–2.10 | -105 to +100 | 48–52% |
Both Teams to Score (BTTS)
| Outcome | Average Odds | Range | Implied Probability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yes | 1.80 | -120 to -125 | ~55% |
| No | 1.98 | -102 to -105 | ~50% |
Asian Handicap
| Market | Odds | Bookmaker |
|---|---|---|
| Chelsea -1 | -115 | OddsShark |
| Fulham +1 | -105 | OddsShark |
| Chelsea -0.5 | -188 | Consensus |
| Fulham +0.5 | +150 | Consensus |
Corners & Cards
| Market | Average Odds | Range |
|---|---|---|
| Over 10.5 Corners | 1.83 | -110 to -120 |
| Over 4.5 Cards | 2.50 | +150 average |
Players to Watch – Chelsea vs Fulham Premier League
Chelsea
- Cole Palmer – Goal + assist in MD1, +150 anytime scorer, +200 to assist.
- Nicolas Jackson – +120 anytime, +250 for 2+ shots on target.
- João Félix – New signing, creative forward threat.
Fulham
- Emile Smith Rowe – Debut assist, +300 for assist, +400 anytime scorer.
- Raúl Jiménez – +350 anytime scorer, aerial danger.
- Andreas Pereira – Set-piece specialist, +350 for an assist.
Tactical Insight & Betting Tips
Chelsea will dominate possession (expected ~60%), using Palmer and Jackson to break down Fulham’s mid-block. Fulham will look to counter quickly through Smith Rowe and Raúl Jiménez.
- Best Bets: Chelsea to Win (1.53–1.62), Over 2.5 Goals (1.80), BTTS Yes (1.80).
- Value Bets: Chelsea Win & BTTS (+300), Chelsea -1 Handicap (2.00).
- Long Shots: Palmer Anytime + Chelsea Win (4.50), Draw/ Chelsea HT/FT (+400).
- Live Angle: If 0-0 after 30 mins, Over 2.5 Goals (~1.70) has value; if Chelsea lead at 60 mins, Fulham next goal (~2.80).
Prediction – Chelsea vs Fulham Premier League
Chelsea 2-1 Fulham – Maresca’s side should edge it with quality in attack, but Fulham’s counters and set-pieces could keep it close.
