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Chelsea vs. Fulham Lineups: Predicted Starting XI, Team News, Cole Palmer Injury Latest for West London Derby

Chelsea will miss key player Cole Palmer due to injury, but manager Enzo Maresca expects the team to adapt and continue their unbeaten run at Stamford Bridge.

  • Chelsea welcome Fulham FC to Stamford Bridge, London on Saturday, August 30, with a 12.30pm BST kick-off in a West London derby where both sides remain unbeaten and Chelsea boast strong home form.
  • After his warm-up withdrawal, Chelsea's injury concerns centre on Cole Palmer and others, with Palmer's groin issue flaring last Friday and long-term absentee Levi Colwill sidelined.
  • Coming off a 5-1 rout of West Ham, Chelsea's momentum is clear, and they hold a strong head-to-head record with 25 wins in 40 meetings against Fulham.
  • A win would put Chelsea briefly atop the Premier League, while Enzo Maresca warned his side are weaker without Palmer and may rely on Enzo Fernandez or Marc Cucurella to step up.
  • Betting markets favour Chelsea with several match bets and special offers live, including William Hill's free bet builder promotion requiring opt-in before 11.59pm on August 31 and Chelsea odds at 4/7.
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