Fulham and Chelsea begin Premier League season in West London derby
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 20, 2026, 12:38 PM
Last updated Aug 20, 2026
Fulham hosts Chelsea on August 24 at Craven Cottage for the Premier League opener. New Fulham manager Alvaro Arbeloa takes charge after Marco Silva's departure, bringing in young talents while letting go of several key players. Chelsea, under the leadership of Spanish coach Xabi Alonso, aims for a top-four finish, showcasing new signings like Morgan Rogers. Both teams have undergone significant changes, adding to the intrigue of this derby.
- •Fulham's kickoff against Chelsea is at 3pm ET on August 24.
- •Arbeloa steps in as Fulham's new manager after Silva's successful tenure.
- •Chelsea aims for a top-four finish after a busy transfer window.
- •Morgan Rogers is noted as a significant addition for Chelsea.
- •The game takes place at Craven Cottage in West London.
- 12:38 PMYahoo Sports — How to watch Fulham vs Chelsea live: Stream, TV, team news, prediction
"West London derby to kick off the Premier League season for new-look Fulham and Chelsea.
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