Chelsea vs Tottenham Prediction, Betting Pick, Latest Premier League Odds - Tuesday, May 19th
A pivotal Premier League clash awaits as Chelsea host London rivals Tottenham at Stamford Bridge. The Blues, currently sitting 10th in the table, will be looking to end a concerning winless run, while 17th-placed Tottenham are desperate for points to secure their top-flight status. Kick-off is scheduled for 19:15 UTC on Monday, May 19, 2026.
OC Staff - May 19, 2026, 12:15 PM EDT
3 Minute ReadChelsea vs Tottenham: Lineups, Team News and Prediction
A pivotal Premier League clash awaits as Chelsea host London rivals Tottenham at Stamford Bridge. The Blues, currently sitting 10th in the table, will be looking to end a concerning winless run, while 17th-placed Tottenham are desperate for points to secure their top-flight status. Kick-off is scheduled for 19:15 UTC on Monday, May 19, 2026.
Chelsea vs Tottenham Form
Chelsea head into this fixture on the back of a 1-0 FA Cup final defeat to Manchester City, a result that continues their challenging spell. Domestically, the hosts have failed to win any of their last seven Premier League matches, taking just two points from a possible 18. Their home form has been particularly poor, reflected in their 19th ranking in the home form table for the last six league games. This extended run without a win at Stamford Bridge stretches back to January, marking a significant dip in performance.
Tottenham, meanwhile, secured a 1-1 draw in their last outing against Leeds, a result that could prove crucial in their fight for survival. The visitors have shown a slightly more resilient streak away from home, managing to win or draw four of their last league matches on the road. Despite their lowly league position, Spurs sit 10th in the overall form table for their last six fixtures, suggesting a recent upturn compared to their season-long struggles.
Chelsea vs Tottenham Head to Head
The last encounter between these two London giants saw Chelsea emerge victorious with a narrow 1-0 away win at Tottenham in November 2025. Historically, this fixture has largely favoured the Stamford Bridge side. Chelsea have an impressive record against Spurs, winning five of their last six Premier League meetings. In fact, the Blues have won nine of their last 11 matches against Tottenham across all competitions, showcasing their dominance in this derby. Adding to this, Chelsea have kept a clean sheet in five of their last seven home matches against Tottenham, highlighting their defensive solidity in previous encounters at Stamford Bridge.
Looking for advanced AI predictions and props to enhance your soccer betting? Try out oddschecker+ now on this limited time 7-day free trial!
Chelsea vs. Tottenham Odds
Click here for complete Chelsea vs. Tottenham Odds
Chelsea vs Tottenham Probable Lineups
Chelsea (4-2-3-1):
Goalkeeper: F. Jörgensen
Defenders: M. Cucurella (DL), T. Adarabioyo (DC), T. Chalobah (DC), M. Gusto (DR)
Midfielders: M. Caicedo (DM), R. Lavia (DM), P. Neto (AML), E. Fernández (AMC), C. Palmer (AMR)
Forward: J. Pedro (FC)
Tottenham (4-2-3-1):
Goalkeeper: A. Kinsky
Defenders: D. Udogie (DL), M. v. d. Ven (DC), K. Danso (DC), P. Porro (DR)
Midfielders: R. Bentancur (DM), J. Palhinha (DM), M. Tel (AML), C. Gallagher (AMC), R. K. Muani (AMR)
Forward: Richarlison (FC)
Chelsea vs Tottenham Team News
Chelsea will be without several players for this crucial derby. Estêvão, Gittens, and Derry are all sidelined with injuries, while Mudryk is also unavailable due to other reasons. Manager Calum McFarlane may consider rotating his squad following the FA Cup final, potentially giving minutes to Adarabioyo, Chalobah, and Neto.
Tottenham's injury list is more extensive. Cristian Romero, Odobert, Ben Davies, Mohammed Kudus, Dejan Kulusevski, and Xavi Simons are all out with injuries. Dominic Solanke is also a doubt with a thigh problem. Despite Guglielmo Vicario's return to training, Antonin Kinsky is expected to retain his place in goal after a strong performance last week.
Chelsea vs Tottenham Match Facts
- Chelsea have won 9 of their last 11 matches against Tottenham in all competitions.
- Chelsea have kept a clean sheet in 5 of their last 7 home matches against Tottenham in all competitions.
- Chelsea have failed to win their last 7 matches in Premier League.
Prediction: Chelsea 2-1 Tottenham
Despite Chelsea's recent struggles in the league, their historical dominance over Tottenham, especially at Stamford Bridge, cannot be overlooked. The Blues possess significant strengths in creating chances through individual skill, finishing scoring opportunities, and counter-attacks. They are also adept at shooting from direct free-kicks. Tottenham, on the other hand, have clear weaknesses in defending against skillful players and avoiding individual errors, which Chelsea's attacking talents like Palmer and Pedro could exploit. While Spurs' attacking strength from wing play is noted, Chelsea's defensive weaknesses against attacks down the wings and aerial duels are matched by Tottenham's own aerial struggles, potentially nullifying one another. The forecast suggests Chelsea could score from an opposition error, a free-kick, or individual skill, aligning well with their offensive characteristics. This, coupled with Tottenham's tendency to concede a high number of cards, points towards a hard-fought but ultimately narrow home victory.
Best Bet: Over 2.5 Goals Click here to get the best odds at Caesars Sportsbook
Given Chelsea's identified strength in "Shooting from direct free kicks" (level 5) and the match forecast explicitly stating "Chelsea will score from a direct freekick," this offers a compelling betting angle. Tottenham's weakness in "Avoiding fouling in dangerous areas" (level 2) further supports this, as they are likely to concede free-kick opportunities in promising positions for the Blues. This specific scenario, backed by both team characteristics and pre-match forecasts, presents a valuable punt.
More Soccer Odds
Affiliate Disclosure.
We are not a gambling or betting operator, but we receive a commission from these companies when we advertise their brands and refer customers to them (affiliate marketing). We provide information, odds information and links to websites of these companies. Some of the information made available on our site may be positioned as a result of a commission paid to us by a third party. We do not take or place bets/transactions and any information on Our Products is provided for entertainment purposes only.
