Esperance ST vs Chelsea FC Prediction: Experience will be the judge in this final FIFA Club World Cup group matchup

Esperance ST vs Chelsea FC: Prediction and odds on the Match on 25 June 2025

With the knockout stages fast approaching, Chelsea FC will be keen to make the cut when they face off against Esperance ST at the Lincoln Financial Field. Tunisia-based Esperance ST must be at their best to secure the only spot available in the group against one of the finest teams in Europe. However, Chelsea FC are the closest to making it to the next stage, considering their goal difference and the quality of their team. 

Esperance ST: form and statistics

The Blood and Gold recorded their first victory of the tournament, defeating Los Angeles FC. Esperance ST were the underdog against the Americans, and despite not having more of the ball, they seemed like the team that wanted it most. Esperance ST had two shots on target before the break, compared to Los Angeles's zero. They began the second half with great intensity, with both teams creating a number of chances. However, Youcef Belaili broke the deadlock in the 70th minute to give his side an upper hand. Los Angeles FC had the opportunity to level, but goalkeeper Bechir Ben Said won the game for Esperance ST when he saved a penalty. 

Esperance ST's last two games have produced three points, with two goals conceded and a goal scored. 

Esperance ST presently sit in third spot on the log, and they’ll need to secure the maximum points to advance to the next stage. 

Esperance ST Lineup

The Blood and Gold will definitely go with the same side that won them their first three points. However, they’ll operate more defensively as they won’t be able to go toe to toe against a dangerous Chelsea team. Youcef Belaili will miss the game against Chelsea, and his absence will be felt by Esperance ST. 

Esperance ST Potential Starting Lineup (4-2-3-1)

Said—Ben Hmida, Tougai, Meriah, Ben Ali—Ogbelu, Guenichi—Mouhli, Jbeli, Sasse—Rodrigo Rodrigues

Out: Roger Aholou, Youcef Belaili 

Head coach: Mahr Kanzari

Chelsea FC: form and statistics

The Blues are yet to find their rhythm in this competition, as they were stunned by the high-flying Flamengo side. The Blues, who were tipped to win against the Brazilians, began the game slowly; however, they drew the first blood in the 13th minute and were the winning team at the break. However, the game opened up when Henrique leveled for Flamengo FC just after halftime. Things got bad as Flamengo scored another in the space of three minutes. To make the matter worse, Nicolas Jackson was shown a red card with just four minutes on the pitch, while Wallace took advantage to score the third goal for the Brazil-based opposition. It ended in a (3-1) loss for the North London club. 

Chelsea FC have been below par in this competition, and they’ll have to be at their best to get anything away from this game. The Blues have lost once and won a game across their last two matches. 

Enzo Maresca’s comrades still stand a great chance of advancing to the next phase, provided they at least secure a point here. 

Chelsea Lineup

The Blues will literally play with the same side that started the Flamengo game. They’ll miss the service of Jackson, who was shown a red card for his bad foul in their last game. We also expect some tweaks in the formation after Enzo admitted to trying something new in their defeat against Flamengo FC. 

Chelsea FC Potential Starting Lineup (4-2-3-1)

Gregor Sanchez—Recce James. Adarabioyo, Colwill, Cucurella—Enzo, Caicedo—Neto, Cole Palmar, Madueke—Delap

Out: Lavia, Forfan, Mudryk, Jackson (suspended)

Head Coach: Enzo Maresca

Esperance ST vs Chelsea FC: head to head statistics

Esperance ST will face an European opposition in over a decade, and against a proven opponent, they must do everything right to get anything away from this game. 

Esperance ST vs Chelsea FC: Betting Tips & Odds

• Chelsea FC have found the back of the net first in five consecutive matches in all competitions. You can bet on a Chelsea score first for 1.26 on the Betway bookmaker.
• Fewer than four cards have been awarded in six of Esperance FC's last seven games. This game might also produce a total of under 4.5 cards, and this option is available for 2.00 on the Bet365 bookmaker.
• A total of under 2.5 goals has surfaced in five of Chelsea’s last seven games. You can try out less than two goals here for 2.08, which is available on the Betway bookmaker website.
• A total of under 10.5 corners have surfaced in four of the last five Esperance ST games. You can try out under 10.5 corners, which is available for 1.90 on the 1xbet bookmaker website.
• Chelsea won at halftime in their last two FIFA World Cup games. You can try out Chelsea winning before the break, which is available for 1.65 on the Bet365 bookmaker website.

Esperance ST vs Chelsea FC match prediction 25 June 2025

Esperance ST are one of the best teams in Africa, and they have produced some top players in recent years. However, they are yet to display their full potential in this competition. Esperance ST's last two FIFA Club World Cup matches have seen them muster seven shots at goal, but they have found the back of the net once.

Meanwhile, the Blues had a poor game against Flamengo, conceding three and scoring once. For the first time since February 2025, Chelsea FC conceded more than two times in a single game. 

Esperance ST are nowhere near the level of their opponent, but with the recent happenings in the FIFA Club World Cup, they think they stand a chance against an inconsistent Chelsea team.

Chelsea FC are aware this is their only chance of making it to the knockout phase, and I’m pretty confident they are going to exert pressure on Esperance ST. 

Without Jackson for Chelsea, we expect Delap to continue up front while Cole Palmer continues to supply the front men. It’s going to be a one-sided game, with Esperance ST playing defensively and waiting for their time to counterattack. 

Our match prediction is that Chelsea will win and over 2.5 goals for a coefficient of 1.86 on the 1xbet bookmaker. 

Our betting tip for Chelsea to win before the break is with a coefficient of 1.62 on Bet365 bookmaker.

Our final tip for this game is for goals to surface in both halves for a coefficient of 1.79 on the Betway bookmaker.

Good luck!