Chelsea is aiming to finish the season on a positive note as they turn their focus to their next match against their rivals, Tottenham Hotspur.
The Blues’ recent struggle, marked by three winless games leading to their FA Cup exit and a five-point gap from the final European qualification spot in the Premier League, has increased the pressure.
Tottenham on the other hand sits seven points adrift of Aston Villa with two games in hand in their Champions League qualification pursuit.
Despite a challenging run-in, securing a top-seven finish would mark a successful debut season for Postecoglou.
On the other side, Mauricio Pochettino eyes a strong finish in his debut year at Stamford Bridge, as they aim for a repeat of their previous 4-1 victory against Tottenham.
Kick-off Date, Venue and Time.
The match between Chelsea and Tottenham is set for a 7:30 pm BST kick-off on Thursday, May 2, 2024, at Stamford Bridge.
Team News
However, concerns looms over Chelsea’s lineup, with Thiago Silva facing scans for a groin injury, casting doubt over his availability for the remainder of the season. In his absence, Axel Disasi is poised to step in.
Tottenham faces their own injury worries, with Timo Werner’s hamstring issue under assessment after his early departure in the north London derby.
However, Oliver Skipp is expected to be fit, offering Postecoglou options to refresh his lineup with players like Pape Sarr, Richarlison, and Giovani Lo Celso.
Head to Head History.
The history between these teams favors Chelsea, with Tottenham securing just one league victory at Stamford Bridge in the last 34 years. Chelsea boasts 78 wins against Tottenham’s 56, with 42 draws.
Potential Starting XI;
Petrovic
Gusto, Disasi, Chalobah and Chilwell.
Caicedo, Gallagher and Madueke.
Palmer, Jackson and Sterling.
