Match summary
The Chelsea - Bournemouth match in the Premier League is scheduled for 2 October 2026 at Stamford Bridge, London.
The market favourite is Chelsea, with an implied probability of about 59 per cent for the home win.
Samuel Barrott is appointed as referee.
Form analysis and trajectory
- Chelsea: their last five league matches contain two victories, one draw and two defeats (7 points from 15). The run includes a two-match winning streak, but a negative goal difference this season (10 scored, 12 conceded) indicates defensive slippage despite steady attacking output. They sit 10th with a season-average team rating of 7.22.
- Bournemouth: winless across the last five (three consecutive draws within that sequence and two defeats), taking 3 points from 15. Their matches have been relatively low scoring for and against (6 scored, 8 conceded), pointing to limited attacking incision and only moderate defensive resistance. They are 17th with a season-average team rating of 7.09.
Comparison data
| Statistic | Chelsea | Bournemouth |
|---|---|---|
| League position | 10 | 17 |
| Points | 7 | 3 |
| Goals scored (season) | 10 | 6 |
| Goals conceded (season) | 12 | 8 |
| H2H wins (total) | 5 | 0 |
Key match insights
- Head-to-head record: Chelsea lead the series with 5 wins to Bournemouth’s 0, alongside 5 draws.
- Last meeting: the fixture finished 2-2.
- Manager head-to-head: Xabi Alonso versus Marco Rose has no recorded prior competitive meetings in the dataset.
- Team form quality: season-average ratings show Chelsea at 7.22 versus Bournemouth at 7.09.
Sentiment and predictions
The market view aligns with the table and head-to-head balance: Chelsea are favoured at home, while Bournemouth’s recent pattern of draws suggests their most plausible route to a result is containment and transitions.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who is favoured to win the match: Chelsea or Bournemouth?
Chelsea are the market favourite, with an implied probability of about 59 per cent for the home win.
What was the result of the last match between these teams?
The last meeting ended 2-2.
When and where is the match being played?
It is scheduled for 2 October 2026 at Stamford Bridge, London.
Match summary
The Chelsea - Bournemouth match in the Premier League is scheduled for 2 October 2026 at Stamford Bridge, London.
The market favourite is Chelsea, with an implied probability of about 59 per cent for the home win.
Samuel Barrott is appointed as referee.
Form analysis and trajectory
- Chelsea: their last five league matches contain two victories, one draw and two defeats (7 points from 15). The run includes a two-match winning streak, but a negative goal difference this season (10 scored, 12 conceded) indicates defensive slippage despite steady attacking output. They sit 10th with a season-average team rating of 7.22.
- Bournemouth: winless across the last five (three consecutive draws within that sequence and two defeats), taking 3 points from 15. Their matches have been relatively low scoring for and against (6 scored, 8 conceded), pointing to limited attacking incision and only moderate defensive resistance. They are 17th with a season-average team rating of 7.09.
Comparison data
| Statistic | Chelsea | Bournemouth |
|---|---|---|
| League position | 10 | 17 |
| Points | 7 | 3 |
| Goals scored (season) | 10 | 6 |
| Goals conceded (season) | 12 | 8 |
| H2H wins (total) | 5 | 0 |
Key match insights
- Head-to-head record: Chelsea lead the series with 5 wins to Bournemouth’s 0, alongside 5 draws.
- Last meeting: the fixture finished 2-2.
- Manager head-to-head: Xabi Alonso versus Marco Rose has no recorded prior competitive meetings in the dataset.
- Team form quality: season-average ratings show Chelsea at 7.22 versus Bournemouth at 7.09.
Sentiment and predictions
The market view aligns with the table and head-to-head balance: Chelsea are favoured at home, while Bournemouth’s recent pattern of draws suggests their most plausible route to a result is containment and transitions.
Unlock advanced match insights with Sofascore Analyst, our AI tool that turns hours of research into seconds.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is favoured to win the match: Chelsea or Bournemouth?
Chelsea are the market favourite, with an implied probability of about 59 per cent for the home win.
What was the result of the last match between these teams?
The last meeting ended 2-2.
When and where is the match being played?
It is scheduled for 2 October 2026 at Stamford Bridge, London.