After losing 2-1 to
Aston Villa this past weekend,
Chelsea bounced back in the Champions League against a struggling
Atletico Madrid side, punishing them with 4 goals and allowing none.
Drogba was out for this match but may be back for this weekend's home fixture against
Blackburn.
Solomon Kalou recorded a brace in mid-week and will be confident to build on that against a weaker side like
Blackburn.
Chelsea certainly have the motivation to win this one because they are 1 point behind leaders Manchester United. United have a tough matchup against Liverpool this week and
Chelsea will be sure to gain any point advantage they can.
Chelsea's home form has been especially good. They have averaged 2.5 goals/game while only allowing 0.25 goals/game.
Blackburn Rovers enter Round 10 at 13th place in the Premiership, with 10 points. While they have looked far better than they did last season, the results have not shown this yet. Midfielder
David Dunn has scored 4 goals for the team so far and remains their top scorer. Their away form has been miserable. They are 0-0-3, have allowed 3.67 goals/game and scored only 1 goal/game.
Chelsea will want to secure a win here but
Blackburn have some scoring power as well. Because of the amount of goals
Chelsea score at home and the amount that Blackburn allow, backing Over 2.5 is a better bet than the Asian Handicap.
Chelsea vs. Blackburn Rovers
Saturday October 24, 2009
Kickoff: 18:30 CET
Tip: Over 2.5 Goals
Best Odds: 1.67 @ 888Sport
