Chelsea return to Stamford Bridge on Saturday with momentum finally building, as Liam Rosenior’s early impact begins to show in the English Premier League table. Back-to-back league wins have lifted the Blues to within touching distance of the top four, while confidence has been further boosted by a dramatic Champions League victory in Naples midweek.

West Ham arrive in West London in improved spirits of their own. A miserable run through November and December left them staring at relegation, but recent league wins have dragged them back into contention. They remain in the bottom three, yet the gap to safety has narrowed, and belief has returned under Nuno Espirito Santo.

Chelsea’s recent domestic performances have been more controlled, particularly away from home, but Stamford Bridge has remained a work in progress. The Blues have not always dominated on their own patch, and patience has been required even in games they eventually won. That trend continued last weekend at Crystal Palace, where a strong second-half showing sealed a 3-1 victory.

Rosenior’s side have looked sharper between the lines, with Estevao and Joao Pedro offering greater movement in the final third. Cole Palmer’s return to full fitness adds another layer of creativity, even if his role from the start remains undecided. Defensively, Chelsea have also shown signs of settling after a period of rotation.

Picks and predictions for Chelsea vs West Ham

West Ham’s recent revival has been built on improved intensity rather than control. Wins over Tottenham and Sunderland have injected confidence, with Crysencio Summerville emerging as a key outlet. The Hammers are still conceding a high volume of chances, however, and away form has been a long-standing issue against elite opposition.

Stamford Bridge has been an unforgiving venue for West Ham in recent seasons. They have won just once there in the Premier League since 2019 and have struggled to contain Chelsea’s attacking runners in wide areas. Even during stronger periods, trips across the capital have rarely ended well.

This shapes up as a game Chelsea are expected to control territorially, even if it takes time to break West Ham down. The visitors are likely to stay competitive early, but sustained pressure should tell as the match wears on.

Where can I watch Chelsea vs West Ham?

Supporters in the United States can watch Chelsea vs West Ham live on NBC, with kick-off scheduled for 12:30 EST on Saturday.

In the United Kingdom, the match will be shown live on Sky Sports, with kick-off at 17:30 GMT.

What is Chelsea’s current form?

W-W-L-D-D

What is West Ham’s current form?

W-W-L-L-D

What were the results of the last five head-to-head matches between Chelsea and West Ham?

20/08/25 – West Ham 1-5 Chelsea (Premier League)

05/05/24 – Chelsea 5-0 West Ham (Premier League)

20/08/23 – West Ham 3-1 Chelsea (Premier League)

11/02/23 – West Ham 1-1 Chelsea (Premier League)

03/09/22 – Chelsea 2-1 West Ham (Premier League)

What is Chelsea’s predicted team?

Sanchez – Gusto, Chalobah, Fofana, Cucurella – James, Caicedo – Neto, Fernandez, Garnacho – Pedro

Injured: Essugo, Colwill, Lavia, Adarabioyo

Suspended: Mudryk

What is West Ham’s predicted team?

Areola – Wan-Bissaka, Todibo, Mavropanos, Diouf – Bowen, Fernandes, Soucek, Summerville – Pablo – Castellanos

Injured: Fabianski

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