West Ham United is set to host Chelsea F.C. in a crucial Premier League match on Friday at the London Stadium. Last season, West Ham had a lackluster performance, finishing 14th and facing a shocking loss in their opener against Sunderland.

Chelsea had a decent campaign, concluding the 2024-25 season in fourth place and their season opener against Crystal Palace ended in a 0-0 draw.

Kickoff is scheduled for 3 p.m. ET. Chelsea are the favorites with odds at -160 on the money line, while West Ham sits at +420. A draw is pegged at +310, with an over/under of 2.5 total goals.

Expert Predictions:

• Joao Pedro to score anytime (+135)
• Chelsea to win on the money line (-140)
• Chelsea over 2.5 goals (+200)

Analysis by Jon Eimer: Eimer notes that while Chelsea struggled against Crystal Palace, they controlled the match significantly. With a high possession rate and numerous shots, they are expected to bounce back strongly against West Ham, who have failed to find form.

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