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Fulham hosts Chelsea in Premier League opener at Craven Cottage

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Last updated Jun 19, 2026

Fulham hosts Chelsea in Premier League opener at Craven Cottage
Summary

Fulham will kick off the 2026/27 Premier League season against Chelsea on Monday, August 24, at Craven Cottage. This match could feature Alvaro Arbeloa as Fulham's new manager facing Xabi Alonso in his Chelsea debut. Fulham also has scheduled home matches against Brighton on Boxing Day and Arsenal on December 30. The season is set to conclude at home against Manchester United on the final day in May. Additionally, Fulham will face all three promoted teams in their final fixtures.

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  • •Fulham hosts Chelsea on August 24 at Craven Cottage.
  • •Alvaro Arbeloa may debut as Fulham's manager.
  • •Chelsea's Xabi Alonso could debut as Chelsea's manager.
  • •Fulham has two home matches during Christmas.
  • •The season ends for Fulham against Manchester United.
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  • 3:05 PMYahoo Sports — Premier League 2026-27 fixtures: West London Derby, away on opening day!
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Fulham begin the 2026/27 Premier League season hosting west London rivals Chelsea, live on Monday Night Football on Sky Sports.

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