The 2025/26 Premier League season is here, and Chelsea is set to host Crystal Palace in a London derby today. The match will be played at Chelsea’s home ground, Stamford Bridge, and is scheduled to begin at 6:30 PM Indian Standard Time (IST). For fans in India, the game will be broadcast live on Star Sports Select and can be streamed online via JioHotstar.
Match Prediction: Chelsea vs Crystal Palace
This match is the first big challenge for Chelsea’s new manager, Enzo Maresca. The team comes into this game with high confidence after winning the FIFA Club World Cup and performing well in pre-season matches against strong teams like AC Milan and Bayer Leverkusen.
Crystal Palace also has a trophy to their name, having recently won the Community Shield by beating Liverpool. While Chelsea has a strong historical record against them, Palace is a tough team and will be looking to start their season with a big win. Most experts are predicting a close match, with a likely 2-1 victory for Chelsea, given their form and home advantage.
Chelsea vs Crystal Palace Lineups & Team News
For Chelsea, the big news is that defenders Trevoh Chalobah and Wesley Fofana are fit and available for selection, which is a major boost for the team. New signings, including the exciting Brazilian player Estevao, will be hoping to make their first official appearance for the club.
On Crystal Palace’s side, there is some uncertainty around star player Eberechi Eze, who has been linked with a move to Tottenham and might miss the game. However, the rest of the team is expected to be at full strength.
- Chelsea: Sanchez (GK), Tosin, Chalobah, Cucurella, James, Fernandez, Caicedo, Gittens, Palmer, Neto, Pedro.
- Crystal Palace: Hemderson (GK), Guehi, Lacroix, Richards, Mitchell, Hughes, Wharton, Munoz, Eze, Sarr, Mateta.
Chelsea vs Crystal Palace Head-to-Head (H2H) Record
When it comes to past meetings, Chelsea has had the upper hand. In their last ten games against Crystal Palace, Chelsea has won eight times. This strong record makes them the favorites for today’s encounter. The last time these two teams met, the match ended in a 1-1 draw.
Live Streaming: Where to Watch Chelsea vs Crystal Palace
Football fans in India can catch all the action live. The match will be televised on the Star Sports Select 2 HD. For those who prefer to watch on their mobile devices or laptops, live streaming will be available on the JioHotstar apps and websites.