Chelsea will face off against former manager Graham Potter when West Ham United visit Stamford Bridge for a Premier League London derby.

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Chelsea’s hopes of an unbeaten January were dashed in their 3-1 loss to Manchester City, where Noni Madueke’s early goal had briefly given them the lead before City mounted a comeback. Despite their recent improvements under Enzo Maresca, including two wins and two draws to start the year, Chelsea’s title race is effectively over. With only one win from their last seven league matches, their struggles to maintain leads and defensive vulnerabilities at Stamford Bridge leave their top-seven hopes in jeopardy.

West Ham, under former Chelsea manager Graham Potter, will be looking to improve their own form after a 1-1 draw with Aston Villa. Despite a solid performance, Potter’s side couldn’t secure a second win under his management. The Hammers will aim to break their poor recent record against Chelsea, having suffered heavy defeats, including a 3-0 loss in September. However, West Ham have been more competitive on the road recently, boasting a seven-match scoring streak in all competitions, which could work in their favor ahead of this London derby.