Chelsea vs West Brom
England Premier League.
Date: Sunday, 11th December, 2016.
Kick-Off: 12:00 UK
Venue: Stamford Bridge, London.
Chelsea will be out to notch what would be a ninth Premier League win in succession on Sunday as they welcome a high-flying West Bromwich Albion side to Stamford Bridge.
Having secured impressive comeback wins against Tottenham Hotspur and Manchester City in their last two matches, manager Antonio Conte will want to see his side build momentum going into a busy festive period. On home soil, the Blues have been imperious as of late, too.
However, West Brom are enjoying a fine run of form themselves, sitting in seventh place at the start of the weekend, and will be confident of testing the league leaders. Tony Pulis' men have won three and drawn one of their last four games.
It'll be a fascinating way to kick-start a busy Sunday of Premier League football.
Here is the key team news on the cusp of the contest, as well as the important viewing details for the match and a look at how this one is likely to pan out.
Team News
Chelsea: Conte was forced to tweak what was a settled XI at City, drafting in Cesc Fabregas for the stricken Nemanja Matic, but the Serb is expected to be fit for the weekend's clash.
Willian, after his scintillating substitute appearance at the Etihad Stadium, is expected to start in place of Pedro, who hobbled off in the same match.
Likely XI: Thibaut Courtois; Cesar Azpilicueta, David Luiz, Gary Cahill; Victor Moses, N'Golo Kante, Cesc Fabregas, Marcos Alonso; Willian, Diego Costa, Eden Hazard
West Brom: Pulis has no major injury concerns coming into this one and is not expected to deviate too much from the side that's helped bring about this fine run of form.
Chelsea vs West Brom: Head to Head Statistics
Fans can expect a tough game in this one as their recent games have been tough and entertaining. Both teams have played 104 games, with Chelsea winning 45 and West Brom winning 33 times.
At Stamford Bridge, Chelsea are superior with 26 wins, while they have lost 12 games to West Brom. Their last game at Stamford Bridge ended in a 2-2 draw. Furthermore, Chelsea are unbeaten in their last 12 meetings at Stamford Bridge, with 10 wins and 2 draws.
Chelsea vs West Brom: Prediction
With Chelsea’s current excellent form, it will be hard for any team to pick a point against them at Stamford Bridge. We expect another victory this weekend for Chelsea to extend their winning streak. Also we expect inflow of goals in this game, with both teams getting on the score sheet.
Chelsea vs West Brom: Bet Tips
Chelsea to win and over 2.5 goals at 1.83
Both teams to score (yes) at 2.20.
