About This Rivalry
# The West London Derby: Fulham vs Chelsea
## RIVALRY OVERVIEW
The West London Derby between Fulham and Chelsea represents one of English football's most geographically intimate rivalries, with both clubs separated by just a few miles in West London. Though these neighbours have contested matches across multiple decades, their recent Premier League encounters have told a compelling story. In their last 20 meetings, Chelsea have dominated proceedings with 12 victories, while Fulham have claimed 3 wins and 5 draws have split the sides. The goal difference further underscores Chelsea's superiority in this period, with the Blues scoring 29 goals compared to Fulham's 11.
Despite the statistical imbalance, the derby retains its significance as a local affair that captures the attention of both sets of supporters. The proximity of Craven Cottage and Stamford Bridge ensures that these fixtures carry added intensity beyond typical Premier League encounters, and recent seasons have provided evidence that Fulham remain competitive opponents capable of troubling their more illustrious neighbours.
Head-to-Head Record (Last 20 Meetings)
Last 10 Meetings
## LAST MATCH RECAP
Fulham secured a memorable victory over Chelsea in their most recent meeting on January 7, 2026, winning 2-1 at home at Craven Cottage. Raúl Jiménez opened the scoring for the hosts in the 55th minute before Harry Wilson doubled Fulham's advantage with a goal in the 81st minute. Chelsea pulled one back through Liam Delap's strike in the 72nd minute, but it proved insufficient as Fulham held firm to claim three points in this West London encounter.
Top Derby Scorers (Last 10 Meetings)
Fulham
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