Match preview

Chelsea (10th, 7 pts) host AFC Bournemouth (17th, 3 pts) at Stamford Bridge on Saturday 10 October, kick-off 15:00.

Chelsea are in mixed form, having won 2, drawn 1 and lost 2 of their last five league games (scored 10, conceded 12). AFC Bournemouth are in mixed form, having drawn 3 and lost 2 of their last five league games (scored 6, conceded 8).

The last league meeting, in December 2025, finished Chelsea 2–2 AFC Bournemouth.

Varless AI expects around 1.7 goals for Chelsea and 1.5 for Bournemouth, making Chelsea 51% to win, the draw 23% and Bournemouth 26%. The bookmakers see it much the same way. The numbers point to goals, with over 2.5 at 65%.

Best prices right now: Chelsea 8/11 (William Hill), the draw 10/3 (Grosvenor) and Bournemouth 10/3 (Paddy Power).

Varless AI's pick: AFC Bournemouth to win at 10/3 with Paddy Power.