Chelsea Pre-Season Schedule 2026/27: Dates, Kick-Off Times, Venues & Ticket Details

Xabi Alonso steps in as Chelsea’s head coach, eager to prepare the squad ahead of pre-season starting July 28. The Blues will compete against teams such as Western Sydney Wanderers, Tottenham Hotspur, Juventus, and AC Milan before kicking off their Premier League campaign against Fulham.

Supporters might catch a glimpse of new signing Geovany Quenda on the pitch. Chelsea aims to regain sharpness and fitness following a challenging 2025-26 season that ended with a 10th-place finish, after managerial changes involving Enzo Maresca and Liam Rosenior.

Though Alonso faced difficulties in Madrid, he has demonstrated his ability to lead championship projects when given proper support. He now leads a youthful squad boasting stars like Cole Palmer, Moises Caicedo, and Joao Pedro. The club also secured Quenda from Sporting CP, who impressed last year with 13 goal contributions in 32 appearances.

Chelsea Pre-Season Fixtures 2026/27

• Date: 28th July 2026
• Fixture: Western Sydney Wanderers vs Chelsea
• Stadium: Accor Stadium
• Kick-Off Time: 09:45 GMT

• Date: 1st August 2026
• Fixture: Chelsea vs Tottenham Hotspur
• Stadium: Accor Stadium
• Kick-Off Time: 09:45 GMT

• Date: 5th August 2026
• Fixture: Chelsea vs Juventus
• Stadium: Kai Tak Sports Park
• Kick-Off Time: 11:30 GMT

• Date: 8th August 2026
• Fixture: Chelsea vs AC Milan
• Stadium: Gelora Bung Karno Stadium
• Kick-Off Time: 12:00 GMT

• Date: 9th August 2026
• Fixture: Johor Darul Ta'z vs Chelsea
• Stadium: Sultan Ibrahim Stadium
• Kick-Off Time: 12:00 GMT

Premier League Opener Details

The 2026-27 league opener sees Chelsea face Fulham at Craven Cottage. Both teams are coached by former Real Madrid players, including Alvaro Arbeloa, setting up an intriguing London clash. Transfers are still ongoing, but fans can expect an entertaining match filled with goal opportunities.