West Ham did not have a good last season, and started the new one disappointingly, losing 0:3 in their visit to newcomer Sunderland last week. After a poor performance in the transfer window, if there is no improvement soon in the results, the pressure on manager Graham Potter will increase. The fact that West Ham has won only one of their last eight home games in the Premier League also does not bode well for the "hammers".
Chelsea also could not win or score a goal in the first round. They only managed a goalless draw at home against Crystal Palace. However, expectations for the team remain high, especially after winning the Club World Cup. It is also a fact that Chelsea has won only two of their last 11 away games in the Premiership.
Prediction: Chelsea to winStill, I am leaning towards the favorite in the match. Even if Chelsea struggles again, they seem like the more likely winner in this London derby, having won their last three matches against West Ham.
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