Chelsea are currently riding a wave of positivity, having won their last four games across various competitions.
Their recent Premier League form has been exceptional, propelling them to second place in the standings after three consecutive victories.
Enzo Maresca’s team will face Tottenham on Sunday afternoon, promising an exciting clash. ..Continue Reading
Tottenham, managed by Ange Postecoglou, recently suffered a 1-0 defeat to Bournemouth, leaving them in 10th place in the league.
It will be intriguing to see which lineup Chelsea field against Spurs, especially given the seven changes made during their recent 5-1 win over Southampton.
In an early team update, Maresca has confirmed that Robert Sanchez will start as Chelsea’s goalkeeper against Spurs.
Paul Merson has predicted that Chelsea will overpower Spurs on Sunday, expecting them to secure another three points away from home.
Merson told Sportskeeda: “If you’re a fan, Tottenham away from home is Chelsea’s biggest game of the season… If they can win against Spurs, it will send a massive statement.
“I won’t label Tottenham as one of the ‘big boys’ in the league but they are a team that can beat a lot of teams and we’ve seen that already this season.
“If Chelsea secure a top-four finish and win a trophy, this would become a phenomenal season for them. Anything more than that would be incredible but unlikely.
“Ange Postecoglou wants Tottenham to be entertaining that’s how they try to play. Chelsea have better players in nearly every position and may have too much for Spurs to handle.
“Prediction: Tottenham Hotspur 1-3 Chelsea.”
Chelsea’s away fans have been treated to some of the team’s most impressive performances this season. Over the course of seven away matches in the league, they have secured five victories, one draw, and one loss.
At Southampton, Chelsea achieved a remarkable feat by setting a new record for the highest xG by an away team in Premier League history, clocking in at 5.29.
For the first time this season, Chelsea forward Nicolas Jackson did not start in their 5-1 rout of Southampton, instead watching from the bench.
The 23-year-old has been a regular in the league lineup this season, but he was given a break midweek, likely because he is just one booking away from suspension. This rest was likely a strategic decision by Maresca, keeping the upcoming Spurs clash in mind.
Jackson is expected to return to the starting lineup for Chelsea this Sunday, having scored eight goals in 13 league appearances so far.
