Key Matches and Dates You Can’t Miss
Chelsea Football Club has been part of the English Premier League since its founding in the 1992-93 season. They are one of the league’s original teams. Throughout its history in the Premier League, Chelsea has experienced various ups and downs. In the 21st century, the club began to rise, especially after Russian billionaire Roman Abramovich bought it in 2003. Chelsea won its first Premier League title in the 2004-05 season, starting a successful era in modern Premier League history. In the 2009-10 season, they set records for the highest goals scored and goal difference in the Premier League at that time.
Chelsea’s Full 2024-25 Schedule and Dates in Premier League
November, 2024
DATE |
MATCH |
TIME |
| Mon, Nov 11 | Chelsea vs Arsenal
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12:30 AM |
| Sat, Nov 23 | Leicester City vs Chelsea
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8:30 PM |
December, 2024
| DATE |
MATCH |
TIME |
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| Sun, Dec 1 | Chelsea vs Aston Villa
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9:30 PM | ||
| Thu, Dec 5 | Southampton vs Chelsea
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3:30 AM | ||
| Mon, Dec 9 | Tottenham Hotspur vs Chelsea
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12:30 AM | ||
| Mon, Dec 16 | Chelsea vs Brentford
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3:00 AM | ||
| Sun, Dec 22 | Everton vs Chelsea
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10:00 PM | ||
| Thu, Dec 26 | Chelsea vs Fulham
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11:00 PM | ||
| Tue, Dec 31 | Ipswich Town vs Chelsea
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3:45 AM | ||
January, 2025
| DATE |
MATCH |
TIME |
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| Sat, Jan 4 | Crystal Palace vs Chelsea
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11:00 PM | ||
| Wed, Jan 15 | Chelsea vs AFC Bournemouth
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3:30 AM | ||
| Tue, Jan 21 | Chelsea vs Wolverhampton Wanderers
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4:00 AM | ||
| Sun, Jan 26 | Manchester City vs Chelsea
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1:30 AM | ||
February, 2025
| DATE |
MATCH |
TIME |
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| Sat, Feb 1 | Chelsea vs West Ham United
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11:00 PM | ||
| Sat, Feb 15 | Brighton & Hove Albion vs Chelsea
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11:00 PM | ||
| Sat, Feb 22 | Aston Villa vs Chelsea
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11:00 PM | ||
| Thu, Feb 27 | Chelsea vs Southampton
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3:45 AM | ||
March, 2025
| DATE |
MATCH |
TIME |
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| Sat, Mar 8 | Chelsea vs Leicester City
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11:00 PM | ||
| Sat, Mar 15 | Arsenal vs Chelsea
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11:00 PM | ||
April, 2025
| DATE |
MATCH |
TIME |
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| Thu, Apr 3 | Chelsea vs Tottenham Hotspur
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2:45 AM | ||
| Sat, Apr 5 | Brentford vs Chelsea
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10:00 PM | ||
| Sat, Apr 12 | Chelsea vs Ipswich Town
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10:00 PM | ||
| Sat, Apr 19 | Fulham vs Chelsea
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10:00 PM | ||
| Sat, Apr 26 | Chelsea vs Everton
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10:00 PM | ||
May, 2025
| DATE |
MATCH |
TIME |
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| Sat, May 3 | Chelsea vs Liverpool
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10:00 PM | ||
| Sat, May 10 | Newcastle United vs Chelsea
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10:00 PM | ||
| Sun, May 18 | Chelsea vs Manchester United
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10:00 PM | ||
| Sun, May 25 | Nottingham Forest vs Chelsea
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11:00 PM | ||
Chelsea’s Home and Away Fixtures
Home Matches
- Nov 11, 2024 – Chelsea vs Arsenal – 12:30 AM
- Dec 1, 2024 – Chelsea vs Aston Villa – 9:30 PM
- Dec 16, 2024 – Chelsea vs Brentford – 3:00 AM
- Dec 26, 2024 – Chelsea vs Fulham – 11:00 PM
- Jan 15, 2025 – Chelsea vs AFC Bournemouth – 3:30 AM
- Jan 21, 2025 – Chelsea vs Wolverhampton Wanderers – 4:00 AM
- Feb 1, 2025 – Chelsea vs West Ham United – 11:00 PM
- Feb 27, 2025 – Chelsea vs Southampton – 3:45 AM
- Mar 8, 2025 – Chelsea vs Leicester City – 11:00 PM
- Apr 3, 2025 – Chelsea vs Tottenham Hotspur – 2:45 AM
- Apr 12, 2025 – Chelsea vs Ipswich Town – 10:00 PM
- Apr 26, 2025 – Chelsea vs Everton – 10:00 PM
- May 3, 2025 – Chelsea vs Liverpool – 10:00 PM
- May 18, 2025 – Chelsea vs Manchester United – 10:00 PM
Away Matches
- Nov 23, 2024 – Leicester City vs Chelsea – 8:30 PM
- Dec 5, 2024 – Southampton vs Chelsea – 3:30 AM
- Dec 9, 2024 – Tottenham Hotspur vs Chelsea – 12:30 AM
- Dec 22, 2024 – Everton vs Chelsea – 10:00 PM
- Dec 31, 2024 – Ipswich Town vs Chelsea – 3:45 AM
- Jan 4, 2025 – Crystal Palace vs Chelsea – 11:00 PM
- Jan 26, 2025 – Manchester City vs Chelsea – 1:30 AM
- Feb 15, 2025 – Brighton & Hove Albion vs Chelsea – 11:00 PM
- Feb 22, 2025 – Aston Villa vs Chelsea – 11:00 PM
- Mar 15, 2025 – Arsenal vs Chelsea – 11:00 PM
- Apr 5, 2025 – Brentford vs Chelsea – 10:00 PM
- Apr 19, 2025 – Fulham vs Chelsea – 10:00 PM
- May 10, 2025 – Newcastle United vs Chelsea – 10:00 PM
- May 25, 2025 – Nottingham Forest vs Chelsea – 11:00 PM
A Rigorous Challenge for Chelsea
Chelsea faces a particularly demanding stretch from November through early January, with fixtures spaced closely, sometimes only three to four days apart. This period includes both challenging away games against teams like Tottenham and Manchester City and a string of home matches against resilient teams like Aston Villa and Fulham. The holiday season has always tested squad depth, and Chelsea will need careful rotation and management to avoid player fatigue and injury risks, especially with winter typically proving the turning point for teams aiming to stay in the top four.
The schedule strategically positions some of Chelsea’s crucial matchups, such as home games against top teams Liverpool in May and Manchester United. These home fixtures near the season’s end are likely to be pivotal for final league standings. Chelsea’s home ground advantage could play a significant role here, where crowd support might drive the players, particularly in tightly contested matches with Champions League or title implications.
Chelsea’s away game lineup includes several challenging fixtures, not just in terms of travel but also due to the high-stakes nature of London derbies. Matches against Arsenal in March and Tottenham in December mean Chelsea will face intense local rivalries. These derbies often carry added psychological pressure, and the away aspect makes these encounters even more challenging.
The April and May schedule could play a make-or-break role in Chelsea’s ambitions for the season. With key opponents such as Liverpool, Manchester United, and Newcastle United clustered towards the season’s end, the team will need both momentum and resilience. If Chelsea is in contention for a Champions League spot or even a title, these matches could be decisive.
Chelsea 2024-2025 Season Preview: Key Matches to Watch
Chelsea usually have rivalry with North London clubs such as Arsenal and Tottenham Hotspur. Also, clubs such as Liverpool and Manchester United are considered rivals by Chelsea fans. Their rivalry with Liverpool dates back to the 1960s.
- Nov 11, 2024 – Chelsea vs Arsenal – 12:30 AM
- Dec 9, 2024 – Tottenham Hotspur vs Chelsea – 12:30 AM
- Mar 15, 2025 – Arsenal vs Chelsea – 11:00 PM
- Apr 3, 2025 – Chelsea vs Tottenham Hotspur – 2:45 AM
- May 3, 2025 – Chelsea vs Liverpool – 10:00 PM
- Feb 1, 2025 – Chelsea vs West Ham United – 11:00 PM
- May 10, 2025 – Newcastle United vs Chelsea – 10:00 PM
- May 18, 2025 – Chelsea vs Manchester United – 10:00 PM
Chelsea Standings in Premier League
According to opta’s predictions, Chelsea are most likely to finish the season in 4th place (34.2%). Currently, they are indeed ranked 4th on the while EPL table. After 10 games, the club has secured 5 wins, suffered 2 loss, and accumulated 18 points.
However, behind them are Arsenal and Aston Villa with the same 18 points. Chelsea will have to be careful not to lose their next matches if they want to keep the fourth position.
Chelsea Recent Results
November, 2024
| DATE |
MATCH |
| Mon, Nov 4 | Manchester United 1 – 1 Chelsea |
October, 2024
| DATE |
MATCH |
| Sun, Oct 27 | Chelsea 2 – 1 Newcastle United |
| Sun, Oct 20 | Liverpool 2 – 1 Chelsea |
| Sun, Oct 6 | Chelsea 1 – 1 Nottingham Forest |
September, 2024
| DATE |
MATCH |
| Sat, Sep 28 | Chelsea 4 – 2 Brighton & Hove Albion |
| Sat, Sep 21 | West Ham United 0 – 3 Chelsea |
| Sun, Sep 15 | AFC Bournemouth 0 – 1 Chelsea |
| Sun, Sep 1 | Chelsea 1 – 1 Crystal Palace |
August, 2024
| DATE |
MATCH |
| Sun, Aug 25 | Wolverhampton Wanderers 2 – 6 Chelsea |
| Sun, Aug 18 | Chelsea 0 – 2 Manchester City |
