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The task facing the former Hull City boss is clear as he aims restore momentum in a competition where the Blues have not won for over a month, with their last Premier League victory coming against Everton.
Stamford Bridge now hosts an in-form Brentford side who arrive unbeaten in their last six matches in all competitions.
With Chelsea’s defensive issues still evident and confidence fragile, this west London derby presents an immediate test of the new manager’s ability to steady the ship and push the Blues back towards the top-four conversation.
Chelsea v Brentford tips
• Over 1.5 goals – 1/5 with Bet365
• Both teams to score – 61/100 with Bet365
• Igor Thiago to play 1+ shot on target – 2/5 with Bet365
Odds courtesy of bet365. Correct at the time of publication and subject to change.
Over 1.5 goals
Chelsea rank third in the Premier League for expected goals this season (37.3), yet continue to underperform defensively, conceding first in each of their last three league outings.
Brentford, meanwhile, have scored in five of their last six matches and are particularly dangerous late on, leading the league for both goals and xG in the final 15 minutes of games.
With Chelsea still adjusting to Rosenior’s methods and Brentford happy to play on the front foot, over 1.5 goals at 1/5 with Bet365 looks a strong foundation for an accumulator.
Tip: Over 1.5 goals @ 1/5
Bet explanation: This bet wins if there are at least two goals in the game between Chelsea and Brentford.
Both teams to score
Chelsea’s defensive fragility makes the both teams to score market appealing. Rosenior has seen his side concede in each of his first two games, further proof that structural issues remain and will take time to resolve.
Brentford have been relentless in recent weeks, going unbeaten in six Premier League games (W4, D2), while Igor Thiago and Kevin Schade have combined for more goals than any other duo in the division this season.
Chelsea have also failed to keep a clean sheet in four of their last five home matches, making BTTS at 61/100 a logical bet.
Tip: Both teams to score @ 61/100
Bet explanation: This bet wins if both Chelsea and Brentford each score at least one goal.
Igor Thiago play 1+ shot on target
Thiago arrives in outstanding form and looks well placed to test Chelsea’s back line. The Brazilian has scored five goals across his last two Premier League appearances, recording four or more shots on target in both matches.
Chelsea’s high defensive line and struggles in defensive transition could play into Thiago’s strengths, especially with Schade providing consistent service from wider areas.
With Brentford’s attack heavily focused on their front pairing, backing Thiago to register at least one shot on target at 2/5 with Bet365 is well supported by recent output.
Tip: Igor Thiago to play 1+ shot on target @ 2/5
Bet explanation: This bet wins if Igor Thiago plays at least one shot on target against Chelsea.
Chelsea v Brentford odds
• Chelsea - 7/10 with Bet365
• Draw - 3/1 with Bet365
• Brentford - 15/4 with Bet365
Odds, correct at the time of publication, are subject to change.
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