The 2025/26 Premier League season gets underway for Chelsea and Crystal Palace this Sunday, August 17, with the London rivals set to face off at Stamford Bridge. Kick-off is scheduled for 9:00 AM (ET), as both teams look to start their campaigns on a high.
Match Details
- Fixture: Chelsea vs Crystal Palace
- Date: Sunday, August 17, 2025
- Kick-off Time: 9:00 AM (ET)
- Venue: Stamford Bridge, London
- Competition: Premier League – Round 1
- Referee: Darren England
How to Watch Live
Fans in the U.S. can watch the match live on:
- Telemundo Television Network
- USA Network
- Telemundo Satellite Feed / Telemundo Satellite Feed Pacific
- fuboTV (Streaming)
- NBC Sports US
Fubo offers a Watch Live streaming option, making it accessible for viewers nationwide.
Team Form Heading Into the Match
Chelsea comes into this opener in strong form, having recently beaten AC Milan 4–1 in their pre-season outing. The Blues will aim to carry that momentum into the Premier League.
Crystal Palace, meanwhile, played to a 2–2 draw against Liverpool in their latest warm-up, showing resilience but also defensive vulnerabilities they’ll look to address.
Key Talking Points
- Chelsea’s attack looked sharp in pre-season, suggesting they could trouble Palace’s backline.
- Palace will rely on their counter-attacking ability and recent strong performances against top-six clubs.
- Both teams will be eager to set the tone for the rest of the season with a positive result.
The stage is set for an exciting London derby to open their Premier League campaigns.