Fulham and Chelsea face each other this Wednesday, January 7, 2026, in the 21st round of Premier League 2025/26. The match takes place at the Craven Cottage stadium, in Londres, starting at 7:30 pm local time (4:30 pm Brasília time). The clash marks a west London classic, with the teams seeking better positions in the table.
Fulham arrives motivated after a recent undefeated streak, while Chelsea needs to recover points to get closer to G4. The live broadcast on Brasil takes place on ESPN (closed TV) and Disney+ (streaming). Ambas the teams have competitive squads, with emphasis on experienced players in direct duels.
Where to watch and game information
The ball rolls at 4:30 pm (Brasília time), corresponding to 7:30 pm in Londres local time. Brazilian fans follow the duel exclusively on ESPN on pay television and on the streaming service Disney+.
- Television broadcast: ESPN
- Streaming: Disney+
- Narrator and commentators: ESPN standard team for Premier League games
- Alternative option: follow play by play on specialized sports portals
The Craven Cottage stadium, home of Fulham, has a capacity for around 25 thousand fans. Ingressos sold out quickly for this local classic, with demand high among fans of both teams.
Probable team lineups
Marco Silva must maintain the tactical scheme that has been giving results to Fulham. The team has the return of important players in midfield.
Probable lineup for Fulham: Leno; Castagne, Andersen, Diop, Robinson; Berge, Lukic; Wilson, Iwobi, Traoré; Raúl Jiménez. Técnicos highlight defensive solidity and speed in counterattacks.
In Chelsea, commander Enzo Maresca deals with absences, but maintains quality offensive options. The team seeks balance between defense and attack.
Probable lineup for Chelsea: Sánchez; James, Fofana, Chalobah, Gusto; Caicedo, Palmer, Neto; Madueke, Jackson, Pedro. The focus is on Cole Palmer as the main playmaker.
Recent team form
Fulham is experiencing a positive moment in the competition. The team has not lost in four rounds, with emphasis on the recent draw against Liverpool by 2-2.
Fulham’s last five games at Premier League:
- Fulham 2 x 2
- Crystal Palace 0 x 1 Fulham
- West Ham 1 x 1 Fulham
- Fulham 3 x 1
- Newcastle 2 x 0
Chelsea, on the other hand, is going through an irregular phase. Os Blues haven’t won in four matches and need a positive result to avoid distancing themselves from the leaders.
Chelsea’s last five games at Premier League:
- Manchester City 1 x 1 Chelsea
- Chelsea 0 x 0
- Chelsea 2 x 2
- Newcastle 1 x 0
- Chelsea 3 x 1
Confrontation history
Chelsea largely dominate the record against Fulham. Os Blues have won most of their recent meetings, including recent games at Premier League.
In the last ten direct duels:
- Chelsea 2 x 0 Fulham (August 2025)
- Fulham 1 x 2 Chelsea (April 2025)
- Chelsea 1 x 0 Fulham (January 2025)
- Fulham 0 x 2 Chelsea (October 2024)
- Chelsea 3 x 1 Fulham (December 2023)
Fulham seeks to break the taboo of not beating their rival for years at home. The classic always holds emotion, even with historical imbalance.
Featured players and top scorers
Raúl Jiménez leads the Fulham attack and appears as a reference in the command. Cole Palmer, from Chelsea, stands out as the team’s main scorer and assistant this season.
Current Premier League top scorers (top 5):
- Erling Haaland (Manchester City) – 19 goals
- Igor Thiago (Brentford) – 14 goals
- Antoine Semenyo (Bournemouth) – 9 goals
- Other players share next positions with 8 goals each
Both teams have athletes capable of making decisions at key moments. The match promises intense individual duels in midfield and on the wings.
Game conditions in Londres
London records low temperatures typical of January, around 8°C at departure time. The forecast indicates cloudy skies, with the possibility of light rain during the match.
The lawn at Craven Cottage has adequate conditions, despite the English winter. Não there are warnings of strong winds or weather problems that could interfere with the show.
Curiosities about the classic
This is considered the derby of the west of Londres, with fans close geographically. Fulham recently returned to the elite and seeks to assert itself against traditional rivals.
The stadium on the banks of the river Tâmisa provides a unique atmosphere. Jogadores like Palmer and Jiménez have already decided previous editions of the confrontation.
Fulham and Chelsea represent neighboring neighborhoods in the English capital. Rivalry takes on a special shape when teams fight for similar goals in the table.
Arbitration and final details
Peter Bankes referees the game, with experienced assistants at the flags. VAR is the responsibility of the Premier League standard team for the round.
English refereeing maintains strict standards in London classics. Não There are recent controversies involving the teams and the appointed refereeing trio.
The confrontation ends an important round for defining intermediate positions. Ambas the teams enter motivated to start 2026 with a significant victory.