Chelsea vs Fulham match info
- Date: Monday 24 August 2026.
- Kick off times (s): 8pm (UK)
- Competition: Premier League
- Venue: Craven Cottage, London
- How to watch: Sky Sports (UK)
How do I watch Chelsea vs Fulham?
For UK viewers, the game will be shown on Sky Sports. For North American Chelsea fans, the game will shown live on these services: USA Network, Universo, DirecTV Stream, Sling Blue, Hulu + Live TV,
and Fubo Latino.
Match preview
The two teams finished level on points last season, but they head into the new campaign with very different ambitions, with many pundits predicting them to occupy opposite ends of the table come May.
Fulham have appointed Álvaro Arbeloa and lost key man Harry Wilson, leaving them facing a potential relegation battle. However, the arrivals of Real Madrid duo Gonzalo García and César Palacios could prove to be inspired additions for Arbeloa, who knows both players well.
His former Liverpool teammate now occupies the opposite dugout, with expectations high in the blue half of West London. Many expect Chelsea to return to the Champions League, and Alonso will be hoping to begin that pursuit with three points.
Chelsea team news
Chelsea’s squad is largely raring to go, with no significant injury concerns. Danny Welbeck is returning from injury but is expected to be fit enough for a place on the bench. Several players returning from the World Cup are unlikely to complete the full 90 minutes, having had limited pre-season preparation.
Jordan Henderson is also a doubt, while Wesley Fofana is suspended after his red card last season.
Morgan Rogers is expected to feature in attack, with Maxence Lacroix potentially making his competitive debut following his World Cup involvement. The starting XI should also provide the first real indication of Alonso’s preferred system, with fans waiting to see whether he opts for a 4-2-3-1 or 3-4-2-1.
Predicted XI: Sanchez; James, Lacroix, Colwill, Palestra; Lavia, Caicedo; Estevao, Palmer, Rogers; Joao Pedro
Fulham team news
Álvaro Arbeloa will have close to a full squad to choose from for his first competitive game in charge of Fulham, with only Tom Cairney ruled out through injury and Joachim Andersen serving the final match of his suspension.
Gonzalo García is expected to lead the line, with a strong attacking unit behind the former Real Madrid striker. Josh King could potentially start ahead of Emile Smith Rowe, allowing Alex Iwobi to move further forward if Shea Charles comes into midfield.
Predicted Line-up: Leno; Castagne, Cuenca, Bassey, Robinson; Berge, Iwobi; Bobb, Smith-Rowe, Kevin; Garcia
Prediction
Fulham 1 - 3 Chelsea - Joao Pedro (2), Morgan Rogers.
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