Chelsea look to extend winning run against West Ham

Chelsea manager Liam Rosenior faces lineup decisions with quick turnaround after midweek win

Jan. 30, 2026 at 11:15am

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Chelsea have won five of their last six matches, including four in a row, as they prepare to host West Ham United in the Premier League. Manager Liam Rosenior must balance his lineup with a quick turnaround from the team's midweek victory and the upcoming League Cup semifinal against Arsenal.

Why it matters

Chelsea's recent winning run has helped them climb up the Premier League table, and a victory over West Ham would extend that streak to five games. However, Rosenior must manage his squad carefully with the busy fixture schedule, including an important cup semifinal next week.

The details

Chelsea have won five of their last six matches in all competitions, including four straight wins. The team is coming off a midweek victory and must quickly prepare to host West Ham on Saturday evening. Rosenior confirmed that midfielder Cole Palmer, who had two assists in the previous match, is fit to start against West Ham, though the manager may exercise caution with the lineup given the quick turnaround and upcoming League Cup semifinal.

  • Chelsea have won four straight matches.
  • Chelsea face West Ham on Saturday evening.
  • Chelsea will play the second leg of the League Cup semifinal against Arsenal next Wednesday.

The players

Liam Rosenior

Chelsea's manager, who must balance his lineup decisions with the team's busy fixture schedule.

Cole Palmer

Chelsea midfielder who had two assists in the team's previous match and is fit to start against West Ham.

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What they’re saying

“He came through the other night with two assists and an outstanding performance [vs Napoli]. He is available to start tomorrow [against West Ham] and of course, we are really happy about that.”

— Liam Rosenior, Chelsea manager

“We want to make sure all our players are at their top level. […] For a player to start at this level, there has to be a level of fitness.”

— Liam Rosenior, Chelsea manager

What’s next

Chelsea will play the second leg of the League Cup semifinal against Arsenal next Wednesday.

The takeaway

Chelsea's recent winning run has them climbing the Premier League table, but manager Liam Rosenior must carefully manage his squad with the busy fixture schedule, including an important cup semifinal next week.