January 7, 2026

Fulham vs Chelsea Prediction: January 7, 2026

Both teams will score, and a recommended bet is a draw.

Fulham

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Chelsea

The meeting between Fulham and Chelsea on January 7, 2026 promises to be an exciting match in the Premier League. While the “Dachniks” have shown resilience despite their injuries, the “Aristocrats” are going through a crisis that has led to a streak of four games without a win and the dismissal of their coach. What to expect from this vibrant London derby and how to capitalize on it in betting? Let's break it all down.

Team analysis

Fulham

Current form: Fulham, although they have lost a considerable part of their starting line-up due to injuries and the African Cup of Nations, are surprisingly unbeaten in their last five matches. In their last two games, they managed to draw with Crystal Palace (1-1) and Liverpool (2-2), with the draw with the “Reds” being especially significant, where they equalized in the 97th minute.

With these results, Fulham occupies 11th place in the table with 28 points. Despite adversity, the team led by Marco Silva has shown the ability to score points.

Injuries: Currently, those absent due to injury are Sessgnon, Muniz, Tete and King. Furthermore, Chukwueze, Bassey and Iwobi are with their national teams.

Betting trends:

Fulham have not lost in the first half in four of their last five games.
In six of their last eight Premier League games, both teams have scored.

Possible alignment: Log; Diop, Andersen, Cuenca; Castagne, Lukic, Berge, Robinson; Wilson, Smith-Rowe, Jiménez.

Chelsea

Current form: Chelsea have gone through a difficult phase, culminating in the dismissal of Enzo Maresca. Liam Rosenior, who previously had good results in Strasbourg, has taken charge of the team. In their recent match, Chelsea drew 1-1 against Manchester City, showing moments of improvement, but still with doubts in their overall performance.

With 31 points, they are in fifth position, just three points behind fourth place. However, the pressure of not having won in the last four games is palpable.

Injuries: Colwill, Lavia and Essugo are injured, while Cucurella, Sánchez and Fofana are doubts for the match.

Betting trends:

In four of their last five games, Chelsea have not won the first half.
Four of their previous Premier League games ended in goal exchanges.

Possible alignment: Jørgensen; James, Chalobah, Badiashile, Gusto; Caicedo, Fernández; Nétu, Palmer, Garnacho; Delap.

Recent match statistics

Fulham's last matches

Date	Rival	Result
04/01/26	Liverpool	2 – 2
01/01/26	Crystal Palace	1 – 1
12/27/25	West Ham	0 – 1
12/22/25	Nottingham Forest	1 – 0
12/17/25	Newcastle	2 – 1

Chelsea's last matches

Date	Rival	Result
04/01/26	Manchester City	1 – 1
12/30/25	Bournemouth	2 – 2
12/27/25	Aston Villa	1 – 2
12/20/25	Newcastle	2 – 2
12/16/25	Cardiff City	1 – 3

Quotes for the party

Regarding the betting markets, the odds are as follows:

Fulham victory: 3.40
Tie: 3.80
Chelsea victory: 2.10
Total over 2.5 goals: 1.77
Total under 2.5 goals: 2.07

Forecast and betting recommendations

Based on the analysis, it is recommended to consider the following bets:

Both teams will score: quoted in 1.65. Despite Fulham's limitations, their offensive ability remains strong, while Chelsea have enough individual talent to score.
Draw: quoted in 3.80. A sensible result given the performance of both teams in their last games.
corner bets: a possible victory for Chelsea in corners is suggested, with a quota of 1.80since Fulham has not stood out in this area.

Frequently asked questions (FAQ):

How is the forecast made?

The forecast is based on an exhaustive analysis of the performance statistics of both teams, including goals, shots, possession and player conditions.

Why do I make this prediction?

I always base my forecasts on collective tactical data and recent performance that indicate clear trends.

What happens if the prediction does not come true?

Risks in betting are inherent. Variables such as injuries or unexpected referee decisions can influence the result and I always advise betting responsibly.