Chelsea can move top of the Premier League table, albeit for a couple of hours, with a win over west London rivals Fulham this weekend.
Another London derby awaits Enzo Maresca’s side as they host a Fulham side yet to win in the Premier League this season.
Date, kick-off time and venue
Chelsea vs Fulham is scheduled for a 12.30pm BST kick-off on Saturday, August 30, 2025.
The match will take place at Stamford Bridge.
Where to watch Chelsea vs Fulham
TV channel: In the UK, the game will be televised live on TNT Sports. Coverage starts on TNT Sports 1 at 11am BST ahead of the 12.30pm kick-off.
Live stream: TNT Sports subscribers can also catch the contest live online via the Discovery+ app and website.
Live blog: You can follow all the action on matchday via Standard Sport’s live blog, with expert analysis from Dom Smith at the ground.
Free highlights: The Sky Sports app and YouTube channel will show highlights from 5.15pm BST with Match of the Day broadcasting on BBC One at 10.20pm.
Chelsea vs Fulham team news
Fulham could hand a first start of the season to Antonee Robinson. The left-back made his return to action as a second half substitute in the 1-1 draw with Man Utd but was rested for the Carabao Cup tie on Wednesday night.
Bernd Leno, Joachim Andersen, Kenny Tete and Sander Berge are all expected to return to the starting XI after being rested completely against the Robins.
Doubtful: Cole Palmer
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Chelsea vs Fulham prediction
The Blues were at their best against West Ham last week, but they will surely face a sterner test at the weekend as Fulham will almost certainly defend a lot better.
As a result, it will be a case of whether Chelsea can break down a stubborn Fulham defence. Potentially without Cole Palmer will make such a task even tougher and the visitors do offer a threat going the other way.
A tight game is on the cards with the hosts coming out on top, but only just.
Head to head (h2h) history and results
In the corresponding fixture last season Rodrigo Muniz scored late on to secure Fulham’s first win at Stamford Bridge since 1979. However, Chelsea won the reverse meeting and have dominated this fixture over the years.
Fulham’s hero: Rodrigo Muniz
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Chelsea vs Fulham match odds
Odds via Betfair (subject to change).
