Their first real test comes on the opening weekend of the new campaign with a trip to Stamford Bridge. It is part of a decent opening run for Palace as they also face Nottingham Forest. Aston Villa, Sunderland and West Ham before a double header against the Merseyside pair - Liverpool and Everton.

Chelsea's fixture schedule for the 2025/26 Premier League season has been confirmed. Enzo Maresca's side have learned their fate for the upcoming season, with the Premier League confirming the ordering of their 38-game schedule, which begins on Sunday 17th August 2026.