Chelsea vs Gent Predictions & Betting Tips

Chelsea welcomes Gent to Stamford Bridge this Thursday in the first round of the Europa Conference League’s league stages. Kickoff is scheduled for 8pm.

The Blues look to start a campaign that presents a unique opportunity to complete a first-ever full set of European trophies. 

In preparation for the match, the experts here at Betting Online have provided their top tips and predictions. To learn more, continue reading below.

Chelsea

Off the back of four straight wins, undefeated in five, and Cole Palmer scoring four goals in the first half of a match, Chelsea are in fine form heading into their Europa Conference League tie.

The Blues beat Servette in the playoffs, winning the first leg 2-0. However, they lost the second leg 2-1. The crucial goal scored in the second match and the 2-0 victory the first time out meant the aggregate score at the end was 3-2 in favour of Chelsea.

While this match may not quite be the Champions League the London side is used to, it brings the potential for a unique achievement to be completed. Having lifted the trophy in both the Champions League and Europa League already, winning the Europa Conference League would give the club a full set of European trophies.

Gent

At the other end of the pitch, Gent are a side keen to assert themselves on the European stage after years of absence. 

To get here, Wouter Vrancken’s side has passed the Icelandic side Vikingur, Danish side Silkeborg, and Serbian side FK Partizan.

The Belgian side comes into the match off the back of three wins, one draw and one loss from their last five games. They won 3-0 at the weekend and will be hopeful to continue that momentum against Chelsea.

Match details

Chelsea vs Gent History

Chelsea and Gent have not previously met in European Competition, and both sides are looking to make a lasting impression on each other.

Coming into the match, both sides are off the back of wins where they have scored at least three goals or more. 

There are no new injury concerns for either side.

Chelsea vs Gent Betting Tips

The experts here at Betting Online are backing a Chelsea victory with both teams to get on the scoresheet. Having researched the best odds for you, we have selected the following from our betting partner, bet365.

• Chelsea to Win @ 1/4 with bet365.
• Both Teams to Score – Yes @ 8/11 with bet365.

These odds are provided by bet365 and are correct at the time of publishing (1/10/2024).

Expected Line-ups