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LONDON, ENGLAND - APRIL 05: Eden Hazard of Chelsea during the Premier League match between Chelsea and Manchester City at Stamford Bridge on April 5, 2017 in London, England. (Photo by Catherine Ivill - AMA/Getty Images)
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Bournemouth vs. Chelsea: Team News, Preview, Live Stream, TV Info

Rob BlanchetteApr 6, 2017

Chelsea are on their way to becoming Premier League champions once again, but they face a tricky visit to Bournemouth on Saturday.

The Blues are seven points clear of second-placed Tottenham Hotspur, but the Cherries are a difficult prospect when playing on the south coast.

Coach Eddie Howe has his team close to safety, residing seven points above the relegation zone, but they need to grab a few more positive results to make absolutely sure of their status next term.

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Here is how you can watch the game:

Date: Saturday, April 8

Time: 5.30 p.m. BST / 12.30 p.m. ET

TV: BT Sport 1 (UK only), NBC Sports Live (U.S. only)

Team News and Preview

Chelsea could make changes for their trip away from the capital after defeating Manchester City at Stamford Bridge.

Anthony Chapman of The Sun reported Victor Moses could return to manager Antonio Conte's selection, as the Italian declared that six wins will wrap up the title for his side.

LONDON, ENGLAND - JANUARY 22:  Victor Moses of Chelsea in action during the Premier League match between Chelsea and Hull City at Stamford Bridge on January 22, 2017 in London, England.  (Photo by Richard Heathcote/Getty Images)

Moses has been a surprise success at wing-back this term, featuring in 27 Premier League games since Conte's arrival, according to WhoScored.com.

The 26-year-old was known for his capabilities as a winger but has reinvented himself under the new regime at Chelsea.

Howe will be without key midfielder Andrew Surman, who could be out for the rest of the season with medial knee ligament damage, per Chapman.

Surman's absence could open the door to England international Jack Wilshere, who has spent time on the bench in recent weeks.

Bournemouth's English manager Eddie Howe gestures on the touchline during the English Premier League football match between Liverpool and Bournemouth at Anfield in Liverpool, north west England on April 5, 2017. / AFP PHOTO / Paul ELLIS / RESTRICTED TO ED

According to Goal, Thibaut Courtois and David Luiz "require ongoing treatment for hip and knee injuries," while influential defender Cesar Azpilicueta "has been playing with a broken bone in his hand."

Conte may require his walking wounded to carry on until the end of the campaign, with the squad thin on replacements.

It has been a tremendous first year for Conte in west London, and he has quickly buried the ghost of former boss Jose Mourinho's tenure.

LONDON, ENGLAND - APRIL 05: Antonio Conte manager of Chelsea walks amongst his players as they celebrate the win after the Premier League match between Chelsea and Manchester City at Stamford Bridge on April 5, 2017 in London, England. (Photo by Catherine

Chelsea's star players have responded to the Italian's methodology and tactics, and the Premier League might see the rare occurrence of the champions of England playing a regular 3-4-3 system.

Bournemouth continue to operate above their expected station, and they have once again proved they are a credible match for any side under their youthful management at the Vitality Stadium.

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