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Chelsea faces Real Sociedad in preseason friendly at Stamford Bridge

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Last updated Aug 15, 2026

Chelsea faces Real Sociedad in preseason friendly at Stamford Bridge

Summary

Chelsea takes on Real Sociedad in a preseason friendly on August 15 at Stamford Bridge. The match kicks off at 2 p.m. local time in London. Xabi Alonso leads Chelsea, aiming for improvement following a disappointing 10th-place finish in last season's Premier League. Real Sociedad also finished in 10th place in La Liga but qualified for the Europa League through the Copa del Rey. This match marks Chelsea's final preseason test before the 2026/27 season begins.

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By the Numbers

•Match scheduled for August 15 at 2 p.m. local time.
•Chelsea and Real Sociedad finished 10th in their respective leagues last season.
•Chelsea is streaming the match exclusively on CFC+.
•Xabi Alonso leads Chelsea in his preseason debut.
•Real Sociedad qualified for the Europa League through their Copa del Rey victory.

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What they're saying

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Xabi Alonso leads Chelsea into the club's final preseason test ahead of the 2026/27 season as the Blues take on La Liga side Real Sociedad on Saturday at Stamford Bridge.
— Yahoo Sports

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