Why this fixture has long-tail value
Fulham v Chelsea combines a Monday TV slot, a London fixture and Chelsea's first Premier League match of the 2026/27 season.
Monday fixture
Fulham vs Chelsea 2026 Opening Weekend
Fulham v Chelsea is one of the Premier League 2026/27 opening-weekend fixtures. Use this page for the listed date, kick-off time, TV information and links into each club's wider schedule.
At a glance
Fixture facts
- Match
- Fulham v Chelsea
- Date
- Monday, August 24, 2026
- Kick-off
- 20:00 UK time
- TV
- Sky Sports
Chelsea close the first Premier League 2026/27 match round away at Fulham.
Search context
Why this opening-weekend fixture matters
What fans should track
The Chelsea fixture page links this opening match to Arsenal dates, Liverpool fixtures, Manchester City fixtures and the final day.
Check the hub for the full round
The opening-weekend hub lists all 10 Matchweek 1 fixtures, including TV picks and links to the most searched team schedules.
Related matches
More opening-weekend fixtures
Opening match
Arsenal v Coventry City
Friday, August 21, 2026 - 20:00 UK time - Sky Sports
Opening weekendHull City v Manchester United
Saturday, August 22, 2026 - 12:30 UK time - TNT Sports
Sunday headline fixtureNewcastle United v Liverpool
Sunday, August 23, 2026 - 16:30 UK time - Sky Sports
Opening weekendManchester City v AFC Bournemouth
Sunday, August 23, 2026 - 14:00 UK time - Sky Sports
FAQ
Fixture questions
When is Fulham v Chelsea?
Fulham v Chelsea is listed for Monday, August 24, 2026.
What time does Fulham v Chelsea kick off?
Fulham v Chelsea is listed for 20:00 UK time.
Which TV channel has Fulham v Chelsea?
Fulham v Chelsea is listed for Sky Sports.
Sources checked 2026-08-28