Juan Mata's goal gave Chelsea a half-time lead at Upton Park last term, but Carlton Cole equalised before Mohamed Diame struck a second and Modibo Maiga hit a third.
Jose Mourinho will be wary of a repeat, particularly after being less than impressed by Chelsea's performance in the 2-0 defeat at Newcastle at the start of the month.
The Portuguese coach has happy history of facing Hammers boss Sam Allardyce. It was at the Reebok Stadium against Allardyce's Bolton that Mourinho led Chelsea to the club's first championship in 50 years in 2005.
Frank Lampard scored both goals that day, but the former Hammer can expect a frosty reception on his old stomping ground following his move from east to west London in 2001.
Chelsea are on a two-game winless run in the league after the Newcastle defeat and controversial 2-2 draw with West Brom last time out, while West Ham will be looking to bounce back from their 3-1 humbling at the hands of Chris Hughton's Norwich.
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