The Premier League Matchday 35 encounter between Chelsea and Liverpool will take place on May 4 at Stamford Bridge in London. Chelsea vs. Liverpool: prediction and betting odds, statistics.
Chelsea
Enzo Maresca's side has won their last two league matches. They defeated Fulham away (2-1) and then secured a home victory against Everton (1-0) in their previous game. The Londoners are unbeaten in the Premier League for five matches, with three wins and two draws. The club is still in contention for a Champions League spot and could even finish third, as they are currently two points behind.
- At least one team failed to score in 6 of Chelsea's last 8 league games.
- No more than three goals have been scored in 6 of the club's last 7 Premier League matches.
- The Londoners have scored just one first-half goal in their last seven Premier League encounters.
Predicted lineup for Chelsea (3-4-3)
Robert Sanchez – Levi Colwill, Marc Cucurella, Trevoh Chalobah – Enzo Fernandez, Moises Caicedo, Cole Palmer, Romeo Lavia – Noni Madueke, Pedro Neto, Nicolas Jackson.
Forward Mykhailo Mudryk remains suspended due to a failed doping test. Defenders Wesley Fofana and Marc Guehi, along with midfielder Omari Kellyman, are sidelined with injuries.
Liverpool
The team clinched their 20th English title in the last round. Hosting Tottenham, Liverpool dismantled the Londoners' defense with a 5-1 victory. Additionally, the club has won 7 of their last 8 Premier League matches. Arne Slot's side also holds the title of the league's most prolific team, having scored 80 goals.
- In their last 30 Premier League games, Liverpool has suffered just one defeat (22 wins and 7 draws).
- Liverpool has scored at least two goals in 12 of their last 14 league matches.
- The club opened the scoring in 6 of their last 7 away Premier League games.
Predicted lineup for Liverpool (4-2-3-1)
Alisson Becker – Virgil van Dijk, Andrew Robertson, Ibrahima Konate, Trent Alexander-Arnold – Ryan Gravenberch, Alexis Mac Allister – Dominik Szoboszlai, Luis Diaz, Mohamed Salah – Cody Gakpo.
Defender Joseph Gomez is out due to injury.
Referee
Simon Hooper (England)
Matches – 22 (Premier League, 2024/25);
Yellow cards shown (including second yellows) – 101;
Average yellow cards per match – 4.6;
Red cards shown – 1;
Average fouls per match – 20;
Penalties – 18%.
Chelsea vs. Liverpool: Match Prediction
Liverpool has already achieved their primary goal for the season by winning the Premier League. With no Champions League engagements and no further league motivation, Arne Slot is likely to rest key players to avoid unnecessary injuries, giving playing time to reserves and youth players.
For Chelsea, the battle is still on. The team has a strong chance of finishing in the top five, which would secure a Champions League spot. However, the competition is fierce, and they must overcome even the Premier League winners. The Londoners have been impressive at home this season, suffering only two defeats in 17 matches. Enzo Maresca's side has won six and drawn one of their last seven home league matches.
My prediction: Chelsea to win
