Chelsea vs West Ham: TV, Live Stream, Kick-off, Referee, Injury Updates
Chelsea faces West Ham United at Stamford Bridge as both teams navigate critical phases in their respective seasons. Chelsea, under Liam Rosenior, comes off a thrilling 3-2 victory against Napoli, securing a place in the UEFA Champions League last 16. Meanwhile, West Ham aims to build on a recent 3-1 home triumph over Sunderland to escape relegation trouble.
Match Details
- Kick-off: Saturday, January 31 at 5:30 p.m. GMT (12:30 p.m. ET; 11 p.m. IST; 3:30 a.m. AEST, Sunday)
- Venue: Stamford Bridge, London
- Referee: Anthony Taylor
- VAR: Michael Salisbury
Broadcast Information
Fans can watch the game on:
- Sky Sports Main Event (UK)
- NBC / Peacock (U.S.)
- JioHotstar (India)
- Stan Sport (Australia)
Live updates are also available through ESPN.
Injury Updates
Chelsea
- Romeo Lavia, Midfielder: Thigh injury, OUT, estimated return early February
- Dário Essugo, Midfielder: Muscle injury, OUT, estimated return late February
- Tosin Adarabioyo, Defender: Thigh injury, OUT, estimated return mid February
- Levi Colwill, Defender: ACL injury, OUT, estimated return late April
- Mykhailo Mudryk, Forward: Suspended, OUT
West Ham United
- Lukasz Fabianski, Goalkeeper: Back injury, OUT, estimated return mid February
Match Preview
Chelsea is determined to secure three points to bolster their push for a top-four finish in the Premier League. Currently positioned fifth, they trail Manchester United and Aston Villa, making it essential to capitalize on matches against teams in relegation zones like West Ham.
Despite their struggles this season, West Ham has shown signs of improvement, recently claiming back-to-back victories. However, their defensive record remains a concern, having conceded the second-highest number of shots in the league. A strong performance against Chelsea will be critical for their survival hopes.
Recent Performances
Chelsea has achieved four consecutive wins across all competitions, illustrating a resurgence under Rosenior. In contrast, West Ham’s recent form includes victories over QPR and Tottenham, indicating they may be finding their feet.
Strategic Focus
As Chelsea looks to maintain momentum and secure their objectives, potential defensive frailties from West Ham could be exploited. Both teams must bring their best performances to gather crucial points in this London derby.
Conclusion
This encounter promises to be fiercely contested. Chelsea aims to fortify their Champions League ambitions, while West Ham struggles for vital points to escape relegation. Fans can expect an intense match filled with tactical battles and spirited performances.
