"While Chelsea might have been left frustrated earlier in the month as they opened the new campaign with a 0-0 stalemate at home against Crystal Palace, the former Leicester boss saw his squad come roaring back in a sensational fashion last time out. Securing what was a remarkable 5-1 romp away at historic rivals West Ham last weekend, Maresca's side will be confident of making another statement when they return to Stamford Bridge on Saturday lunchtime."
"Making real history on on July 13th as they were crowned Club World Cup champions thanks to a famous and empathic 3-0 victory against French heavyweights PSG, Chelsea have also gained a reputation for their continued dominance on home soil. In fact, the Blues have not suffered a single domestic defeat across any competition at Stamford Bridge so far this calendar year. Likewise, landing a 2-1 win when they last met Fulham back on April 20th when they travelled across west London, they have also won four of their last five showdowns against Saturday's guests."
"While Fulham might have opened the 2025/26 campaign with back-to-back stalemates, the Cottagers have largely struggled to find any real stability on either side of the summer break and they look for a stern examination this weekend."
Chelsea enter the west London derby buoyed by a 5-1 victory over West Ham and recent managerial momentum under Enzo Maresca. Chelsea won the Club World Cup on July 13th and have not lost domestically at Stamford Bridge this calendar year. Chelsea beat Fulham 2-1 on April 20th and have won four of the last five meetings. Fulham began the 2025/26 season with back-to-back draws and have struggled for stability since the summer break. Cole Palmer has lacked his best form, while Chelsea possess a new attacking option and Pedro seeks a first Stamford Bridge goal.
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