West Ham United will host Chelsea in a highly anticipated Premier League clash on September 21, with kick-off set for 12:30 PM local time. The two London clubs are meeting for the first time in five months, with Chelsea having dominated their last encounter with a resounding 5-0 victory.
West Ham come into the match off the back of a 1-1 draw against Fulham on September 14. The Hammers have struggled for consistency this season, securing just five wins in their last 20 league outings, alongside nine defeats and six draws. Their recent form has been mixed, with a 1-0 win over Bournemouth on August 28 and a 2-0 victory against Crystal Palace on August 24. However, they also suffered losses to Manchester City and Aston Villa, as well as another draw against Fulham in their most recent Premier League fixture.
Chelsea, on the other hand, travel to the London Stadium in good spirits following a narrow 1-0 win over Bournemouth. The Blues have fared better in their last 20 league matches, securing nine wins while suffering seven defeats and four draws. Their recent form is solid, with three wins in their last six matches, including an impressive 6-2 victory over Wolves and a 2-0 win against Servette. While they did stumble against Manchester City and Servette, Chelsea have shown resilience, particularly with a hard-fought draw against Crystal Palace.
Both sides will be eager to claim all three points, with West Ham aiming to bounce back from their inconsistent run, while Chelsea will look to build on their recent momentum.