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Chelsea vs Derby Prediction & Betting tips
Undoubtedly, the “Blue” box has what it takes to win the first half and the game in general. Therefore, it should not surprise us that he manages the times and that he advances the lines from the initial stage. Considering this and knowing that the visit plays in the English second division, we believe that the substitutes chosen by Sarri can add one more triumph in this opportunity. Remember that the level difference is large, being feasible that the visit is wrong at the time of leaving and perform defensive coverages.
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Chelsea:
The team played against Burnley last weekend to visit the Premier and won 0-4 clearly and forcefully. Currently has 24 units in the competition, being one of those involved in the fight for the first place in the competition (2nd place to two of the only leader Liverpool). At the moment the establishment has adapted to the philosophy of the technician Sarri, which arrived to change everything made by Antonio Conte. Before the style was direct and even defensive, now the possession of the ball prevails over all things. Thanks to this proposal, the Londoners score a lot and give few goals in their goal (24 in favor and 7 against).
At home, Chelsea have added very good results, except for a couple of draws against strong opponents like Liverpool and Manchester United (1-1 and 2-2 respectively). Of there, in more, it has won to the other rivals that it faced (3-2 to Arsenal, 2-0 to Bournemouth and 4-1 to Cardiff). For the Europa League, they beat Videoton 1-0 in Hungary and beat BATE Borisov 3-1 in Belarus. If we analyze these numbers, we can conclude that the team has a goal when acting at Stamford Bridge. Therefore, it is expected that the substitutes that play in this opportunity, maintain the effectiveness shown by the holders under the philosophy of Sarri.
Derby County:
The present of the team can be cataloged as acceptable in the Championship (6th place with 25 units product of 7 victories, 4 equalities and 4 falls in total). He equalized 1-1 against Middlesbrough as a visitor, leaving behind a streak of 2 consecutive wins. At the moment it is located in posts of playoffs, being near the leaders Leeds and Sheffield United. In matters of goals, he has scored 22 and has given 16 on his fence, having to be a little more balanced between the lines.
As a visitor, Derby County has registered the following markers in its last 5 starts for the Championship: 1-0 defeat against Rotherham, 1-0 defeat against Bolton, 1-1 draw against QPR, 1-4 victory against West Brom and parity 1-1 against Middlesbrough. His goal in this outing is to be able to stand well during the first few minutes so as not to give up a goal in the first 25 ‘minutes of play. The difference between one category and another is great, but it will try to populate the midfield to neutralize the dapper style of the “Blues”. In offensive matters, will seek to go against or playing with the ball to the floor. Of course, can not be wrong because it could be badly stopped and give a goal in your goal.
The last duel held by Chelsea and Derby County in Stamford Bridge dates back 10 and a half years. On that occasion, the “Blues” won 6-1 after the referee whistle. The time has passed, but a similar win is not ruled out due to the difference in level between the Premier and the Championship. In the end, everything depends on how effective the chosen ones are by the Italian Sarri.
Chelsea vs Derby head to head matches
16.12.14 EFL Derby Chelsea 1 : 3
05.01.14 FAC Derby Chelsea 0 : 2
12.03.08 PL Chelsea Derby 6 : 1
24.11.07 PL Derby Chelsea 0 : 2
30.03.02 PL Chelsea Derby 2 : 1