Chelsea v Tottenham Hotspur Betting Preview, Thursday 3 April
Thursday’s Premier League action features a standalone showdown between Chelsea and Tottenham Hotspur in a highly anticipated London derby. Here’s our take on the game, along with a suggested bet for your consideration.
Before diving into the featured match, let’s take a look at the Outright markets. With Liverpool increasingly destined to claim the title, we explore alternative outright markets that could offer value.
For those seeking potential returns, the ‘League Winning Margin’ market stands out, with Liverpool priced at 5/6 to win the title by 10 points or more.
Another market worth considering is the ‘Winner Without the Big Six.’ Nottingham Forest currently lead the odds at 8/11, while Newcastle could offer better value at 7/4.
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CHELSEA v TOTTENHAM HOTSPUR – Click here to bet
An intriguing London derby awaits on Thursday as Chelsea host Tottenham Hotspur at Stamford Bridge, with both sides desperate for a positive result. The Blues currently sit fourth in the Premier League with 49 points, but their grip on a Champions League spot is starting to slip. A 1-0 defeat to London rivals Arsenal just before the International break ended their four-match winning streak in all competitions, highlighting some growing concerns.
Chelsea’s league form has been far from convincing, with just four wins in their last 13 games—all coming against teams in the bottom half of the table. Enzo Maresca’s tactical rigidity has come under scrutiny, as his side has often struggled to adapt under pressure.
At Stamford Bridge, Chelsea’s home form has also been inconsistent, particularly defensively. They have managed back-to-back clean sheets just once all season—both coming in their most recent home outings against relegation-threatened Leicester City and Southampton. Prior to that, they had conceded at least one goal in 11 of their 12 league matches. Tightening up at the back will be a key priority, whether for the remainder of this season or heading into the next campaign.
Tottenham, meanwhile, have endured a forgettable season domestically, with European qualification now looking unlikely unless they win the Europa League. Ange Postecoglou’s side is under pressure to salvage some pride, and while they’ve earned promising results against the likes of Manchester United and Brentford, their inconsistency has left them languishing in 14th place with 34 points. Their recent 2-0 defeat to Fulham served as a stark reminder of their ongoing struggles.
Adding to their woes, Spurs have been poor on the road, picking up just 16 points from a possible 42 and losing three of their last five away league games. This highlights the challenge they face at Stamford Bridge. That said, with local bragging rights on the line, Spurs will be eager to rise to the occasion and prove they still have some fight left as the season nears its conclusion.
Head-to-Head
Chelsea have dominated recent meetings between the two sides, winning each of their last three encounters. This includes a thrilling 4-3 victory in the reverse fixture earlier this season, as well as a 2-0 triumph in this corresponding fixture last campaign.
Betting
Chelsea 13/20
Draw 7/2
Tottenham 15/4
Verdict
While Chelsea may occupy a top-four spot, their recent form has shown signs of wavering. Tottenham, despite their inconsistency, cannot be entirely discounted. With effectively nothing to lose at this stage, Spurs could prove to be dangerous in this instance, especially knowing that all the pressure will be on the hosts to perform and protect their place for next season’s Champions League qualifications.
Suggested Bet: Totals and Both Teams to Score – Over 2.5 and Yes at 4/6
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