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Chelsea's 2026/27 season kicks off with a grueling stretch of three matches in seven days due to the League Cup draw. Habi Alonso's side will face Fulham, Luton Town, and Brighton.

Chelsea are gearing up for a challenging start to the 2026/27 season, facing three official matches in the span of just seven days. The tight schedule follows the League Cup draw, which has thrown in a cup match between the opening Premier League fixtures.

Fixture list for Chelsea

  • 24 August (Monday): Habi Alonso's official debut in charge of the Blues away at Fulham, managed by Alvaro Arbeloa.
  • 27 August (Thursday): Home match in the League Cup against Luton Town.
  • 30 August (Sunday): A Premier League clash at home against Brighton.

Following the match against Brighton, Chelsea will get a full week to prepare for their London derby against Arsenal. Fulham, too, will be navigating a tight schedule as they face Wimbledon in the League Cup.

Squad changes and pre-season

  • Jorgensen's exit: Goalkeeper Philip Jorgensen has left the club on a year-long loan to French side Strasbourg.
  • Pre-season results: During their pre-season preparations, Chelsea managed to beat Milan and Western Sydney Wanderers (6-4) but lost to Juventus and Tottenham.
  • Final friendly: Alonso's team will conclude their pre-season with a friendly at Stamford Bridge against his former club, Real Sociedad.