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Chelsea host Tottenham in London derby at Stamford Bridge
Chelsea face Tottenham Hotspur in a Premier League eighth-round derby at Stamford Bridge on Saturday, October 24, 2026. Under manager Xabi Alonso, Chelsea enters the match in fourth place with 13 points, following recent victories against Bournemouth and Everton.
Tottenham, managed by Roberto De Zerbi, currently sits in 16th place with six points. After securing their first win of the season against Coventry, the Spurs aim to improve their standing and break a long-standing trend of poor results at Stamford Bridge, where they have won only once in their last 36 visits.
Chelsea's squad faces availability issues, with goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez sidelined due to a head injury, leading to Mike Penders starting in goal. Tottenham's squad news includes the return of Pedro Porro, though they face other selection uncertainties.
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Chelsea FC · Roberto De Zerbi · Stamford Bridge · Tottenham Hotspur · Xabi Alonso
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What the coverage asserts, and how many sources carry each claim.
- [● 2 SOURCES] Tottenham Hotspur defeated Coventry City 3-1 in their previous match. www.spurs-web.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] James Maddison and Dejan Kulusevski are fitness doubts for Tottenham. www.independent.co.uk
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Chelsea is currently fourth in the Premier League table. www.spurs-web.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Roberto De Zerbi defended the Tottenham medical staff. www.independent.co.uk
- [● 3 SOURCES] Pedro Porro has returned to availability for Tottenham. www.spurs-web.com · www.independent.co.uk
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Destiny Udogie is sidelined for Tottenham. www.independent.co.uk