The Premier League 2025/26 season continues with a classic London derby as West Ham United hosts Chelsea in Round 2 at the London Stadium. Both clubs are looking to build momentum early in the season, and a derby this soon adds extra intensity.
Match Details
- Fixture: West Ham United vs. Chelsea
- Competition: Premier League – Round 2
- Date: Friday, August 22, 2025
- Kickoff Time: 3:00 PM ET
- Venue: London Stadium, London
How to Watch
- TV Broadcast (US): UNIVERSO, USA Network, NBC Sports
- Streaming: fuboTV, UNIVERSO NOW
Team Form (Last 3 Matches)
West Ham United
- Sunderland 3–0 West Ham
- West Ham 1–1 Lille
- Bournemouth 0–2 West Ham
Chelsea
- Chelsea 0–0 Crystal Palace
- Chelsea 4–1 AC Milan
- Chelsea 2–0 Bayer Leverkusen
Match Preview
This derby clash sees West Ham looking to bounce back after a tough loss to Sunderland, while Chelsea comes in with strong preseason form and a defensive shutout against Crystal Palace to start the league campaign.
- West Ham’s Challenge: The Hammers will need to rediscover their attacking spark at home after a poor showing in their opener.
- Chelsea’s Momentum: With new additions strengthening their squad, Chelsea aims to continue their solid early form and secure points away from home.
- Derby Factor: Local pride is always on the line in London derbies, and fans can expect a physical, high-tempo contest.
Key Storylines
- Can West Ham respond positively after their opening defeat?
- Will Chelsea’s attack, led by in-form forwards, capitalize on West Ham’s shaky defense?
- How will both managers balance early-season squad rotation with derby intensity?
Prediction
Chelsea enters as slight favorites given their recent form, but West Ham at home will be determined to respond. Expect a tightly contested match with chances at both ends.
Predicted Score: West Ham 1–2 Chelsea