The two London sides are both having a rough time of it this season but Chelsea at least have the FA Cup final against Manchester City to look forward to as a chance to rescue something from their campaign. These two Premier League fixtures are just warm-ups ahead of that big Wembley date. Tottenham come into this one sitting just two points above the drop zone with only a couple of games left and everything to play for against Everton and now Chelsea.
Team Form
Chelsea have not won in seven league outings and have lost six of those, the only bright spot being a 1-1 draw with Liverpool last time out. That kind of run leaves them staring at the possibility of missing out on Europe altogether next term, which might actually suit them if a new manager is coming in. Tottenham on the other hand have steadied the ship under Roberto De Zerbi with two wins and two draws in their last four games, giving the fans real hope they can drag themselves clear of danger.
- Chelsea winless in seven league matches
- Tottenham unbeaten in four and two points clear of West Ham
- De Zerbi has brought stability after a shaky spell
Tactical Analysis
Tottenham will be full of confidence after grinding out results lately and they know a win here would put safety almost within reach before the final day. Chelsea look short on belief and ideas in open play, often relying on set-pieces or individual moments that have not been coming. The visitors have the stronger motivation and should be able to nick at least a point on the road by staying compact and hitting on the break when Chelsea push forward late on.
Expect Spurs to sit deep in the first half and then grow into the game as Chelsea tire chasing a result they desperately need. The London derby atmosphere will be tense but the away side have looked more organised in recent weeks and that could prove decisive.
Betting Proposal
Given the poor run Chelsea are on and the fight Tottenham are showing, the smart types are backing the visitors not to lose. A draw or away win looks the most likely outcome and the odds of 1.75 make it a decent value play for Nigerian punters looking for a solid midweek accumulator leg.
Recommended bet: Tottenham to win or draw at 1.75
