The upcoming clash between Chelsea and West Ham United in the Premier League is set to be a thrilling encounter, especially given West Ham's current struggles in the league. They've found themselves in a challenging position but are showing resilience, recently notching up wins against Tottenham and Sunderland as they prepare to visit Stamford Bridge for a match against Chelsea.
It's crucial for Chelsea to prevent West Ham from achieving what would be their third consecutive victory in the Premier League. Liam Rosenior, Chelsea's coach, understands the importance of maintaining a solid foundation in his starting lineup. He plans to include key midfield players Enzo Fernández and Moisés Caicedo, while also giving promising talents like Jorrel Hato and Liam Delap an opportunity to make their mark in such a high-stakes environment.
Let's dive into the specifics!
Chelsea's Starting Lineup (4-2-3-1):
Sánchez | Gusto, Chalobah, Badiashile, Hato | Enzo (captain), Caicedo | Gittens, Palmer, Garnacho | Delap
Substitutes Include: Sharman-Lowe, James, Acheampong, Fofana, Cucurella, Andrey Santos, Neto, João Pedro, Guiu
West Ham's Starting Eleven:
Areola | Wan-Bissaka, Mavropanos, Todibo, Diouf | Bowen (captain), Soucek, Fernandes, Summerville, Pablo, Taty
Substitutes Include: Hermansen, Walker-Peters, Kilman, Wilson, Adama, Magassa, Scarles, Potts, Kanté
Match Details:
Date/Time: Saturday, January 31, 2026, at 17:30 GMT; 12:30 PM EST; 11:00 PM IST
Venue: Stamford Bridge, SW6
Referee: Anthony Taylor officiating on the pitch; Michael Salisbury as VAR
How to Watch:
On TV: Sky Sports Main Event (UK); Universo (USA); Star Sports Select HD1 (India); SuperSport Premier League, Canal+ Sport 3 (Nigeria); for more information, check https://www.livesoccertv.com/match/chelsea-vs-west-ham-united/17zlj#5297382
Streaming Options: Sky Go (UK); NBC Sports Live, Telemundo Deportes En Vivo (USA); JioHotstar (India); DStv Now (Nigeria)
As the teams gear up for this significant match, remember to support one another and enjoy the game!
