Fulham vs Chelsea Premier League Match Prediction 1/12/23
Updated November 5, 2026
Updated November 5, 2026
Premier League action returns on Thursday, January 12, 2023, with a West London Derby between Fulham and Chelsea at Craven Cottage.
Fulham enter the match in excellent form, having won four consecutive games, while Chelsea are struggling to find consistency under Graham Potter. The Blues suffered two defeats to Manchester City in the space of a week, including an FA Cup elimination, and desperately need a positive result.
Despite their recent struggles, Chelsea are the betting favorites at +115. Fulham are available at +230, while a draw is priced at +250.
However, recent performances suggest the hosts could be worth backing. Our Fulham vs Chelsea prediction is Fulham Draw No Bet (+137), which offers a refund if the match ends level.
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Match details | |
|---|---|
The Pick | Fulham Draw No Bet (+137) |
Competition | Premier League |
Date | Thursday, January 12, 2023 |
Kickoff | 3:00 PM ET |
Venue | Craven Cottage, London |
Chelsea moneyline | +115 |
Fulham moneyline | +230 |
Draw | +250 |
These are historical odds recorded before the January 12, 2023 matchup and are included for reference.
Our preferred selection is Fulham Draw No Bet (+137).
This wager wins if Fulham defeat Chelsea, while a draw results in the original stake being refunded. A Chelsea victory loses the bet.
With Fulham enjoying an impressive run of results and Chelsea struggling away from home, the draw-no-bet market provides an appealing way to back the hosts.
Three factors support backing Fulham against their West London rivals.
1. Fulham are in excellent form
Fulham have won four consecutive matches and are unbeaten in their previous five.
Their recent performances have been particularly impressive defensively, with the team conceding just twice during that five-match stretch.
2. Chelsea are struggling for results
The Blues have won only one of their previous five matches.
Graham Potter's team have struggled to establish consistency, and consecutive defeats against Manchester City have increased the pressure on the manager.
3. Chelsea's away form is poor
Chelsea have failed to win any of their previous five matches away from Stamford Bridge.
That record is particularly concerning ahead of a visit to an in-form Fulham side.
Chelsea have historically dominated this fixture, but recent performances suggest Fulham have a realistic opportunity to end their poor run against the Blues.
The hosts are playing with confidence, defending well, and facing a Chelsea team that has struggled to score.
The draw-no-bet selection also provides protection if the derby finishes level.
Fulham enter Thursday's West London Derby with an excellent opportunity to claim a rare victory over Chelsea.
The Cottagers have struggled against their rivals in recent years, failing to win any of their previous seven meetings.
However, the current form of both teams suggests this could be one of Fulham's best chances to reverse that trend.
Fulham have won four consecutive matches and are unbeaten in five, with their recent success built largely around strong defensive performances.
Fulham have kept clean sheets in their previous two matches.
Across their five-game unbeaten run, they have conceded just two goals.
That defensive improvement has helped the team maintain consistency and secure important results.
It could also prove crucial against Chelsea, who have struggled to create and finish scoring opportunities.
Fulham will look to remain organized, limit space in dangerous areas, and force the visitors into difficult attacking situations.
If they can maintain their recent defensive standards, Chelsea may find it difficult to break them down.
Although Fulham have been playing well, their recent attacking record against Chelsea is a concern.
The Cottagers have scored just six goals across their previous 15 Premier League meetings with the Blues.
That lack of production has contributed to their long winless run in this fixture.
Finding an early goal could therefore be particularly important.
Taking the lead would allow Fulham to build on their defensive strengths and put additional pressure on a Chelsea side already struggling for confidence.
Fulham have rarely entered a West London Derby in a stronger position relative to Chelsea.
Their recent results have been considerably better, and they have shown greater consistency at both ends of the pitch.
Chelsea's problems away from home provide another reason for optimism.
The hosts will need to remain disciplined, but their recent performances suggest they have a realistic chance of securing a positive result.
Chelsea arrive at Craven Cottage under considerable pressure.
Graham Potter has endured a difficult start to his tenure, and recent results have raised questions about the team's direction.
The Blues have won just once in their previous five matches and suffered consecutive defeats to Manchester City.
Those losses have damaged Chelsea's domestic ambitions and ended their FA Cup campaign in the third round.
A victory over Fulham would provide a much-needed boost.
Chelsea's difficulties have become particularly noticeable in recent weeks.
Their two defeats to Manchester City exposed problems in both attack and defense.
The Blues have struggled to create clear scoring opportunities, while defensive mistakes have made it difficult to compete against stronger opponents.
Potter needs to find a way to restore confidence and improve results.
Chelsea remain involved in the Champions League, but their Premier League performances have left them with significant work to do.
Another defeat against Fulham would increase the pressure on the manager.
Despite their current struggles, Chelsea have an outstanding record against Fulham.
The Blues have lost just one of their previous 30 Premier League meetings with the Cottagers.
They are also unbeaten in their last 20 league matches against Fulham, with their most recent defeat coming in 2006.
That history provides Chelsea with a reason for confidence.
However, past results cannot guarantee another victory.
Fulham's current form makes Thursday's matchup considerably more challenging than the historical record might suggest.
Chelsea's attacking problems are among their biggest concerns heading into this match.
The Blues failed to score in their recent defeats to Manchester City and have struggled to produce consistent offensive performances.
That lack of goals could become particularly problematic against Fulham's improving defense.
The hosts have conceded only twice in their previous five matches, demonstrating their ability to limit opponents' opportunities.
Potter will need to find a way to create chances against a well-organized Fulham side.
If Chelsea continue struggling in front of goal, they could face another frustrating evening.
Fulham have won four consecutive matches and are unbeaten in five.
Their defensive improvement has been particularly important, with just two goals conceded during that stretch.
That form gives the hosts considerable confidence ahead of Thursday's derby.
Chelsea have failed to win their previous five away matches.
Their difficulties outside Stamford Bridge have contributed to their recent decline.
Facing an in-form Fulham team at Craven Cottage presents another demanding challenge.
The Blues have dominated this fixture for many years.
Their 20-match unbeaten run against Fulham in the Premier League demonstrates how difficult the Cottagers have found this rivalry.
However, Chelsea's current struggles suggest the historical advantage may be less significant than usual.
Fulham have kept consecutive clean sheets and conceded only twice in five matches.
Chelsea, meanwhile, have struggled to find the back of the net.
That combination could give the hosts an important advantage, particularly if they manage to score first.
Chelsea have an exceptional historical record against Fulham, but their recent performances provide little reason for confidence.
The Blues have won just once in five matches, failed to win their previous five away games, and struggled to score against Manchester City.
Fulham, meanwhile, are enjoying an impressive run of results.
Four consecutive victories and strong defensive performances have put the Cottagers in an excellent position ahead of the West London Derby.
The hosts have a realistic opportunity to end their long winless run against Chelsea.
→ Our Take: Fulham Draw No Bet (+137) is our pick for January 12, 2023. Fulham's excellent recent form and Chelsea's away struggles make the hosts an attractive selection, with the draw-no-bet market providing protection if the match finishes level.
Final Pick: Fulham Draw No Bet (+137)
This article preserves the original pre-match prediction published on January 11, 2023. All odds, statistics, and analysis reflect information available before the match and are not current betting recommendations.
Updated November 5, 2026
