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Paul Merson: This is what will happen when Chelsea take on Stoke
PAUL MERSON is expecting a routine Chelsea win in today's game at Stoke (3pm).
Paul Merson is predicting a routine win for Chelsea
Chelsea go up against Stoke looking to extend their 10 point lead at the top of the Premier League, with second-place Tottenham playing their game in hand tomorrow.
And Merson reckons Antonio Conte's side will be too strong an opposition for hosts Stoke, despite them picking up back-to-back wins at the bet365 Stadium.
Antonio Conte's Chelsea are 10 points clear at the top of the Premier League
The Blues thrashed the Potters 4-2 at Stamford Bridge earlier on in the season and go into the game unbeaten in 11 matches.
Merson told Sky Sports: "I can't see Stoke winning this game.
"Chelsea are head and shoulders above everyone else at the moment.
"I normally do not back against Stoke at home, but I cannot see anything other than a Chelsea win here.
"They are looking very good at the moment."