Chelsea vs Tottenham takes centre stage at Stamford Bridge on Saturday, 24 October 2026, with kick-off at 7:30 PM East Africa Time (5:30 PM UK time). Chelsea are fourth in the Premier League after back-to-back wins, while Tottenham arrive having secured their first league victory of the season against Coventry City.

This London derby gives Xabi Alonso’s Chelsea the chance to extend a six-match league winning streak against Spurs. Roberto De Zerbi’s visitors need to build on their 3–1 win over Coventry, but injuries and Rodrigo Bentancur’s suspension complicate their preparations. For current fixtures, scores and the live table, follow SportPesa Score

Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso confirmed that Malo Gusto is available again after missing the Everton victory. Pep Chavarria will not feature, while striker Emmanuel Emegha remains unavailable. Goalkeeper Emiliano Martínez is also ruled out for several weeks after undergoing jaw surgery following the match against Everton. Jamie Gittens remains sidelined, and Reece James has also been reported absent with a knee injury.

With Martínez unavailable, young goalkeeper Mike Penders is in contention to start. Chelsea’s confirmed starting XI should be checked when the official team sheet is released; possible formations and media projections are not confirmed lineups.

Tottenham are without Rodrigo Bentancur through suspension. De Zerbi said James Maddison is doubtful after missing training following the 3–1 win over Coventry. Savio, Lucas Bergvall and Destiny Udogie are among the reported absentees, while Pedro Porro, Andy Robertson and Omar Marmoush have been declared available for selection.

The availability of Maddison is particularly significant because he returned to the starting side and scored against Coventry. Tottenham’s final selection and any late fitness decisions will only be confirmed closer to kick-off.

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Chelsea have recorded four wins, one draw and two defeats from their opening seven Premier League games, putting them fourth on 13 points before Matchweek 8. They beat Bournemouth 5–1 and Everton 2–0 in consecutive league matches, scoring seven times across those victories.

Tottenham are 16th on six points after seven games, with one win and three draws. The breakthrough came on Monday, when they beat Coventry City 3–1. Spurs are yet to win away in the Premier League this season, making the trip to Stamford Bridge a demanding next test.

Those records provide a useful snapshot, but the latest league positions and results can change as Matchweek 8 unfolds.

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Chelsea have won the last six Premier League meetings with Tottenham. Their most recent league encounter ended in a 2–1 Chelsea win at Stamford Bridge in May 2026, following a 1–0 away victory earlier in the 2025/26 campaign.

Stamford Bridge has been especially difficult for Spurs: the Premier League reports only one Tottenham league win in their last 36 visits. That history gives context to this derby, but does not establish the outcome of Saturday’s fixture.

Moisés Caicedo and Jordan Henderson helped Chelsea control their recent league wins, while Cole Palmer, Morgan Rogers, João Pedro and Pedro Neto offer different ways to progress the ball and attack space. Alonso has alternated his approach by opponent, and Chelsea’s balance between midfield protection and support for the forwards will matter against Spurs.

Bentancur’s suspension removes a midfield option just as De Zerbi looks to build on the Coventry victory. The Premier League highlighted Tottenham’s unusual 3-1-3-3 shape in that game, which could create interesting matchups against Chelsea’s midfield and full-backs. Whether Maddison can play will also affect Tottenham’s passing and chance creation.

Chelsea kept a clean sheet at Everton, but Martínez’s absence changes the goalkeeping situation. Tottenham have attacking options through Dominic Solanke and Mohammed Kudus, yet their away form has been poor. The practical question is whether Spurs can create enough clear openings while managing Chelsea’s attacking transitions.

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Recent results and the head-to-head record provide several possible match storylines, but neither side’s recent form guarantees a result. Anyone comparing available football markets can review the current Chelsea vs Tottenham fixture on SportPesa Kenya rather than relying on a fixed editorial score prediction or outdated odds.

The Chelsea vs Tottenham match is scheduled to start at 7:30 PM EAT. Check SportPesa Score for the latest fixture status, match score, results and Premier League standings. Official starting lineups are generally published shortly before kick-off; Chelsea’s match centre also provides team announcements and live commentary.

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Saturday, 24 October 2026.

7:30 PM East Africa Time (5:30 PM British Summer Time).

Stamford Bridge in London.

Xabi Alonso.

Roberto De Zerbi.

No. The Tottenham midfielder is suspended for this Premier League fixture.

His availability was uncertain ahead of kick-off after De Zerbi reported missed training; the official matchday team sheet will establish his status.

SportPesa Score provides live scores, results, fixtures and standings.

Chelsea vs Tottenham on 24 October brings together a Chelsea side in the Premier League top four and a Tottenham team trying to turn its first win into sustained progress. Chelsea’s six consecutive league victories in this fixture, Spurs’ difficult Stamford Bridge record and the latest injury news make the midfield and defensive matchups especially relevant. Follow SportPesa Score for the confirmed result and changing Premier League standings after kick-off.