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Fulham and Chelsea prepare for Monday's Premier League opener at Craven Cottage

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Last updated Aug 24, 2026

Fulham and Chelsea prepare for Monday's Premier League opener at Craven Cottage
Summary

Fulham hosts Chelsea on August 24, 2026, in their Premier League opener at Craven Cottage. Álvaro Arbeloa takes charge of Fulham for the first time, facing a Chelsea side led by Xabi Alonso. Arbeloa's squad is adjusting after key departures, with Tom Cairney sidelined due to injury. Chelsea will miss Wesley Fofana due to suspension, alongside other injury concerns. The match is set to kick off at 20:00 BST and will be broadcast live on Sky Sports.

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Status Watch
  • •Fulham's manager Álvaro Arbeloa makes his competitive debut.
  • •Chelsea is without suspended defender Wesley Fofana.
  • •Tom Cairney is ruled out for Fulham with a knee injury.
  • •Kickoff is scheduled for 20:00 BST on August 24, 2026.
  • •Match will be available on Sky Sports in the UK.
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Xabi Alonso begins his Chelsea career away at Craven Cottage, facing a Fulham side managed by Álvaro Arbeloa, who once lined up alongside him for club and country.Chelsea finished 10th last season, o...

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Alvaro Arbeloa takes charge of Fulham for the first competitive time on Monday night, at home to Xabi Alonso’s Chelsea. Craven Cottage hosts the opener with Arbeloa still shaping a squad reworked by...

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