Charlton vs Chelsea Betting Tips - Blues Win & Goals Backed in the FA Cup
This article previews the upcoming FA Cup match between Charlton and Chelsea. Historically, Chelsea has a strong record against Charlton, boasting a 32-23 advantage with 16 draws in past encounters. Charlton is currently struggling, having lost 7 of their last 11 matches, while Chelsea is navigating a managerial change with new head coach Liam Rosenior. Despite Chelsea's five-match winless streak, their class is expected to secure a comfortable victory over the Addicks. Predicted lineups suggest potential absences due to injuries and suspensions on both teams.
- Charlton are struggling for form in the Championship
- Chelsea can put in a positive performance under Liam Rosenior
- A high-scoring FA Cup win for the Blues is tipped
Charlton vs Chelsea Preview
Charlton lose most matches and concede a lot of goals. Chelsea have enough class to put goals past the Addicks in a comfortable FA Cup win.
Key Stats - Charlton Lose a Lot
- Charlton have lost 7 of their last 11 matches.
- Charlton have seen over 2.5 goals in 2 of their last 3 games.
- Charlton have lost their last 3 home matches against Chelsea.
- Chelsea have seen over 2.5 goals in 5 of their last 6 games.
H2H - Blues Advantage
Chelsea have a 32-23 advantage against Charlton, alongside 16 draws.
Charlton Lacking Form
Nathan Jones’ Charlton are struggling and have failed to win in 10 of their last 11, losing seven.
The Addicks are on a four-match winless streak, including back-to-back losses to Norwich 1-0 and Portsmouth 2-1. The south Londoners ended that run with a 1-1 draw against Coventry.
Charlton also drew 2-2 at Blackburn on Sunday. Charlie Kelman scored twice in the opening 34 minutes before the Addicks conceded either side of half time.
Chelsea Score Goals
Chelsea appointed Liam Rosenior as the club’s new head coach following Enzo Maresca’s departure. Rosenior will be tasked with ending the Blues' current five-match winless streak.
The west London side drew 2-2 with Newcastle and Bournemouth either side of a 2-1 defeat to Aston Villa. After Maresca left the club, interim boss Calum McFarlane oversaw a 1-1 draw at Man City.
Chelsea then lost 2-1 at Fulham in McFarlane’s final game in charge. The Blues conceded first and Liam Delap equalised before Fulham scored an 81st-minute winner.
Predicted Starting Lineups & Team News
Charlton (3-5-2): Tomas Kaminski; Macaulay Gillesphey, Lloyd Jones, Amari'i Bell; James Bree, Greg Docherty, Conor Coventry, Sonny Carey, Tyreece Campbell; Miles Leaburn, Charlie Kelman
Defender Josh Edwards is out with an ankle issue and midfielder Onel Hernandez is also injured.
Chelsea (4-2-3-1): Filip Jorgensen; Joshua Acheampong, Wesley Fofana, Benoit Badiashile, Jorrel Hato; Moises Caicedo, Andrey Santos; Jamie Gittens, Estevao, Alejandro Garnacho; Joao Pedro
Defender Marc Cucurella is suspended. Midfielders Dario Essugo and Romeo Lavia and defender Levi Colwill are injured.
Verdict
Out-of-form Charlton are unlikely to trouble a Chelsea side stacked with quality. The Blues will want to impress Rosenior and an away win with goals is the best bet.
Chelsea Win & Over 2.5
Full Time Result & Total Goals
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