The Stamford Bridge hierarchy are sending their expensive squad on a massive global trip before the new season begins – here are the pre-season fixtures for 2026-27.
Chelsea fans finally know exactly where their team is heading this summer. The Stamford Bridge outfit has mapped out a rather heavy travel itinerary across Australia and Asia. Summer exhibition games often dictate the physical rhythm for the entire Premier League campaign. The coaching staff will use these fixtures to evaluate the massive squad.
Chelsea prepares for a grueling summer itinerary spanning thousands of miles across two continents.
Chelsea prepares for a gruelling summer itinerary spanning thousands of miles across two continents. [Image via SkySports]
The jet lag kicks in down in Australia. The Blues open their account against the Western Sydney Wanderers on July 28 with a morning kickoff at 10.45 am British Summer Time. Just a few days later comes a proper London derby on foreign soil. Local bragging rights are strangely on the line here.
They face Tottenham Hotspur in Sydney on August 1 at the same time. The N17 faithful will definitely tune in to see how the North Londoners stack up against their bitter rivals. Getting a psychological edge over a massive domestic opponent always matters. Friendly games rarely feel friendly when these two clubs clash.
The West London outfit faces major travel hurdles during August
Following the Australian leg, the squad packs their bags for Hong Kong. A proper heavyweight clash awaits them there. They take on Italian powerhouses Juventus on August 5. The lunchtime kickoff at 12.30 pm British Summer Time means a tight turnaround. The medical team will work overtime to keep tired muscles completely fresh.
The endless flying continues straight into Indonesia. Jakarta plays host to its next premium fixture against AC Milan on August 8. The 1 pm British Summer Time start exposes the players to some serious regional humidity. It is the perfect environment to test those underlying fitness levels ahead of a chaotic calendar.
Malaysia serves as the final stop on this marathon journey. The tour wraps up against Johor Darul Ta’zim on August 11 with another 1 pm British Summer Time whistle. Surviving this chaotic travel schedule without picking up injuries remains the main priority. Everyone wants a fully fit roster when the real competitive action finally starts.
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The Blues are set for an exciting summer tour across Asia and Australia ahead of the new campaign.
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