Tottenham Hotspur — Chelsea : Match Preview and Prediction for November 01,2025

Match Context and Tottenham’s Form

Following their commanding 3-0 victory over Everton, Tottenham has re-entered the top three. However, they now face a challenging London derby against Chelsea, a team eager for redemption after their surprising 1-2 loss to Sunderland.

Historical Head-to-Head

This upcoming match marks the 180th encounter between these two historic rivals. Historically, Chelsea holds a statistical edge, with 81 wins compared to Tottenham’s 56. The Blues’ four-match winning streak against Spurs dates back to Mauricio Pochettino’s era, but their current form suggests this run might be nearing its end. Under Thomas Frank, Tottenham has reverted to a 4-2-3-1 formation, resulting in under 3.5 goals in four consecutive matches, with only one defeat.

Chelsea’s Recent Performance

Chelsea, also with a similar total goal trend, recently suffered a setback against Sunderland in the ninth round, conceding a crucial goal in the 93rd minute due to defensive lapses. Enzo Maresca’s side shows vulnerability in closely contested games, despite their ability to dominate weaker opponents, as seen in their 5-1 thrashing of Ajax after a red card. Overall, Chelsea has also seen fewer than 3.5 goals in four of their last five matches.

Key Factors and Overall Prediction

Both clubs are managing additional fixtures in the League Cup this week, which could impact player fatigue. While errors are possible in a derby, the high quality of goalkeepers on both sides points towards a low-scoring affair. Therefore, the expectation is that the total number of goals will not exceed three.