There were a lot of interesting talking points following an eventful Carabao Cup Final but it's time to move on and provide a Chelsea vs Tottenham prediction and some betting tips. Football supporters around the world will be tuning in to see whether Sarri can regain control of the Chelsea dressing room and potentially save his job.

Within this article, you'll find a recent form guide for Chelsea and Tottenham, pre-match analysis of squad injuries and strategies, alongside a match prediction and betting tips.

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Form Guide

Chelsea

Chelsea have been on a wild ride this season and a recent patch of poor form has seen them slip to 6th in the Premier League table with both Arsenal and Manchester United leapfrogging them. They're only 3 points behind 4th place but will need an upturn in form quickly if they want to qualify for the Champions League next season. In their previous 5 games, Chelsea won 2 and lost 3.

Statistically, Chelsea have been relatively impressive this season in certain areas. They've scored 45 times in the Premier League, an average of 1.73 goals per game. Defensively, however, they have struggled a little bit having conceded 29 times, an average of 1.12 goals per game.

Tottenham

Tottenham have enjoyed a really positive season so far and are good value for their 3rd placed position. As they currently enjoy a 7 point gap over 4th placed Arsenal, it's difficult to see them finishing any lower than their current position. In their previous 5 games, Tottenham won 4 and lost 1.

Statistically, Tottenham have looked great this season. They've scored 55 goals in the Premier League, an average of 2.04 goals per game. Defensively, they've conceded 27 times, an average of 1 goal per game.

Head to Head

In the previous 10 meetings between the clubs, Chelsea won 4, Tottenham won 4, and there were 2 draws. Tottenham won the corresponding Premier League fixture with a score-line of 1-3 back in November 2018.

Pre Match Analysis

Chelsea

Chelsea have been in the headlines a lot recently due to a poor run of form and Sarri's job was already under the spotlight with the club slipping from 4th to 6th in the Premier League table. With qualification for the Champions League now a serious doubt, the Carabao Cup Final provided Chelsea with an opportunity to salvage a mediocre season by putting some silverware in the cabinet. Despite a good performance to hold Manchester City to a stalemate, Chelsea went on to lose on penalties, but the main talking point was an unbelievable moment within which Kepa, the Chelsea goalkeeper, refused to be substituted by his manager, Sarri. With his position looking weakened, Sarri needs to get Chelsea winning again if he stands any chance of keeping his job. As this is Chelsea, however, that seems unlikely with their track record of sacking managers without a care in the world.

Chelsea need to forget about the dramatics of the last week and focus on the positives of the Manchester City game. Sarri's team were able to keep Manchester City at bay throughout the standard 90 minutes and extra time. This was a huge improvement on the previous outing against Manchester City when they were smashed 0-6 at the Etihad. Any lingering hopes that Tottenham may have had about winning the Premier League have undoubtedly vanished following their shock loss to Burnley in the previous round of fixtures and Chelsea may be able to take advantage of this. Strategically, Chelsea need to take the game to Tottenham and look to put pressure on them from the first whistle. Hazard looked bright at times against Manchester City and could play a big role in the outcome of this fixture if Chelsea can work quickly in midfield and get the ball out to him on counter-attacks.

Tottenham

Tottenham need to put the Burnley loss out of their minds and focus on the fact that they've been an impressive team all season. Although they aren't quite up to challenging for the Premier League title, they're definitely a team that will now demand to finish in the top 4 every season. With all the drama going on at Chelsea, Tottenham may feel that they have a great chance to go to Stamford Bridge and put the final nail in Chelsea's Premier League season. Of course, Tottenham can't be too cocky about it as Chelsea may react like a wounded animal in front of their home support.

Strategically, Pochettino will no doubt send his team out in the same manner that he has for the entire season. This is a team that has gelled over a prolonged period of time and knows just how good it is. If Tottenham can find some control in possession then they will no doubt find opportunities to test the Chelsea defensive unit. Chelsea's frailties have been exposed this season when Jorginho isn't allowed any time on the ball so Tottenham should look to push the tempo in midfield and pressure the Chelsea players into making mistakes. Tottenham do, however, need to wary of Hazard at the other end as he will look to turn and run on the counter-attack.

Prediction

I have a feeling that Chelsea's off-field drama may loom like a dark cloud and there is the possibility of players downing tools as Sarri's time at the club looks to be coming to an end. Tottenham will want to put right the loss to Burnley and this looks like a perfect opportunity to do so.

Prediction: Tottenham win

Score Prediction: Chelsea 1 - 2 Tottenham

Betting Tips

I really fancy Tottenham to get something out of the game here and find the odds to be fairly generous. I have backed both Tottenham to Win and Tottenham to Win or Draw. I have also taken up a small position on the Over 2.5 Goals market.

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