Chelsea's Club World Cup triumph may have lined their pockets, bringing in £97 million in prize money, but it means they're set for a reduced pre-season schedule.

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After a brief break, Enzo Maresca's squad will turn their full attention to the start of the 2025/26 Premier League campaign in mid-August.

Maresca's first season in charge at Stamford Bridge was a successful one – a fourth-place finish, Conference League triumph, and Club World Cup win – but the pressure is now on the Italian to follow that up.

The Blues are back in the Champions League and may even have a title challenge in their sights.

As Chelsea prepare for the new season and excitement grows, the good news for fans is that they should be able to watch their pre-season games live.

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Chelsea pre-season 2025 fixtures

All UK time.

Friday 8th August

  • Bayer Leverkusen v Chelsea (7pm, Stamford Bridge)

Sunday 10th August

  • AC Milan v Chelsea (3pm, Stamford Bridge)

Chelsea pre-season 2025 results

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How to watch Chelsea pre-season on TV

Full details of how to watch Chelsea's pre-season are yet to be confirmed.

Fans are expected to be able to watch coverage of the games on Chelsea TV.

This page will be updated when more information is available.

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Ned Holmes
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