EPL: Chelsea vs. Fulham Preview Odds, Predictions, Picks (August 30)

• Chelsea vs. Fulham game opens the EPL Round 3.
• Fulham has not lost in the last 5 games.
• Chelsea is undefeated in its previous 9 matches.

Another London clash awaits as Chelsea and Fulham meet this Saturday in the first of the EPL fixtures in round 3. The Blues are favorites, yet the Cottagers have their goals too.

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How to Watch

• When: Saturday, August 30, 7:30 am ET
• Where: Stamford Bridge, London, England
• How to Watch: NBC

Chelsea vs. Fulham Odds

Game Preview

The Blues have been on fire recently, winning 8 of their past 9 games, including the FIFA Club World Cup, where they triumphed, as well as the club friendly games. Chelsea opened the EPL with a 0-0 tie vs. Crystal Palace, yet bounced back afterward.

Chelsea was ruthless against West Ham at the London Stadium, beating the Hammers 1-5, all that without Cole Palmer. Just to mention that the Blues opened the match poorly, allowing the hosts to take the lead.

Fulham had three wins in the preseason, and afterward, back-to-back ties in the EPL games. First, they played 1-1 on the road against Brighton and then met with Manchester United at Craven Cottage, with the match also concluding 1-1.

Of these 5 games, 4 saw both teams netting. However, the last three were under 2.5 hits, which suggests that Fulham tightened up its game plan and lowered the efficiency.

Chelsea vs. Fulham Head to Head

Last year, both games saw the hosts losing with the same result, 1-2. A noticeable pattern regarding efficiency is that four of the recent five direct encounters resulted in two or three goals.

Chelsea vs. Fulham Predictions

Chelsea. Yes, we understand that Fulham plays good and tough football, but the Blues are at home, and we need to bet on their win here. After all, Maresca’s unit is one of the title contenders.

Free EPL pick: Chelsea