In an upcoming Premier League fixture, Chelsea will host Tottenham Hotspur for their second encounter of the season. Chelsea, aiming to solidify their position in the top four, will be looking to bounce back from recent domestic setbacks, having lost three out of their last five matches leading up to the international break. Tottenham, on the other hand, are keen to improve their away form after struggling on the road, losing four of their last five away games.
The match is scheduled to kick off at 3 p.m. ET at Stamford Bridge in London. Bookmakers currently favor Chelsea, with odds at -160, while Tottenham is considered the underdog at +370. The odds for a draw are set at +330, and the over/under for total goals in the match is 3.5. Soccer expert Jon `Buckets` Eimer from SportsLine has provided his insights on this game.
Eimer, recognized as SportsLine`s top soccer expert in 2023 with a record of 248-234-12 and a profit of +25.93 units, has shared his Premier League predictions for the Tottenham vs. Chelsea game:
Expert Picks
- Under 1.5 goals in the first half (-135): Eimer highlights Chelsea`s manager Enzo Maresca`s focus on defensive solidity. This strategy has proven effective, as Chelsea has achieved clean sheets in their last three away matches across all competitions.
- Under 3.5 goals (-125): Eimer notes that `Maresca`s team is prioritizing defense, resulting in under 3.5 goals in eight of their last ten matches. Their recent three matches concluded with a 1-0 scoreline, suggesting Chelsea will likely maintain their defensive approach.`
