Chelsea vs Barrow prediction and betting tips on September 24, 2024
Game Prediction
In the Round of 32 of the English League Cup on September 24, 2024, Chelsea will face Barrow. The visitors are thrilled just to step onto Stamford Bridge, but they won’t capitulate easily—for every player on their side, this is the "game of a lifetime."
Chelsea vs Barrow: Key Statistics and Trends
- Chelsea has won only 4 of their last 10 matches.
- Barrow has lost only twice in their last 10 games
- Chelsea wins the first half in 38% of their matches, while Barrow wins in 32%
Our Prediction for Chelsea vs Barrow
The "Blues" were expected to bounce back last season after a disastrous 2021/2022 campaign. However, under Pochettino, Chelsea could only finish in 6th place, largely due to a strong finish. Their opponent in this League Cup clash is a clear underdog, a team that just a few years ago played in the sixth tier of English football. Their 8th place finish in League 2 last spring was their best result in decades.
Over the summer, Chelsea once again changed managers, bringing in Maresca, and set records for both sales and new signings. Yet, Enzo still has over 40 players at his disposal, with many, such as Sancho and Neto, competing for the same positions. For Barrow, Mahoney stands out, having recently played for Huddersfield in the Championship.
Chelsea has been inconsistent, losing at home to Manchester City and drawing with Crystal Palace, while also thrashing Wolves 6-2 and securing a clean sheet win away at Bournemouth. They also secured a confident 3-0 victory over West Ham. However, in the Conference League, they followed a 2-0 home win with a narrow loss to Servette in Scotland. Steven Clemens' Barrow side has won most of their matches in the new League 2 campaign, including a 2-0 victory over Newport, keeping them near the top of the table. In the League Cup, they beat Port Vale and, on penalties, Derby County.
Chelsea vs Barrow: Predicted Lineups
Chelsea (predicted lineup): Sánchez – Cucurella, Colwill, Fofana, Disasi – Veiga, Caicedo, Palmer, Neto, Madueke – Jackson
Barrow (predicted lineup): Farman – Jackson, Canavan, Vassell, Eccleston – Foley, Campbell, Kouyaté, Telford, Newby – Garner
Head-to-Head Matches: Chelsea vs Barrow
This will be the first time the "Bluebirds" visit Stamford Bridge.
Free Prediction Today for Chelsea vs Barrow
Chelsea is the undeniable favorite, but their opponent is resilient and will aim to defend tightly. Our recommendation is to bet on "Total goals under 4.5" (odds – 1.7).