Chelsea host Fulham at Stamford Bridge in a London derby today, with the Blues looking to keep up the pressure on Liverpool at the top of the Premier League table.
Enzo Maresca’s side missed the chance to briefly go top when they drew 0-0 to Everton last week, and they are now six points behind Liverpool, who have a game in hand.
Though they insist they are not in a title race, Chelsea will know that three points today is vital to any hopes they may have, while it would also give them a huge advantage in the race for top four.
And they face a Fulham side who have quietly creeped up the table in recent weeks, with four draws and a win from their last five matches. Marco Silva’s men sit in ninth, and could climb as high as sixth with a win.
Follow all the latest action from Stamford Bridge below:
Is Chelsea vs Fulham on TV?
When is Chelsea vs Fulham?
Chelsea vs Fulham is due to kick off at 3pm GMT on Thursday 26 December at Stamford Bridge.
How can I watch it?
Viewers in the United Kingdom can watch the match live on Amazon Prime Video, with the streaming service showing every Boxing Day fixture in the Premier League.
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Chris Wilson26 December 2024 13:20
Chelsea vs Fulham LIVE
Chelsea welcome near neighbours Fulham to Stamford Bridge in a Boxing Day clash of west London rivals.
Separated by just a couple of miles, the two sides are each looking to bounce back from weekend stalemates as a hectic festive period rolls on.
Chelsea’s title ambitions were dented by a draw against a resolute Everton as their dynamic forward line failed to fire, leaving Enzo Maresca’s side four points behind leaders Liverpool, who have a game in hand.
Fulham, meanwhile, extended their unbeaten run in the Premier League to five matches with a point against Southampton, though four draws in that period have prevented Marco Silva’s men from climbing the table.
Chris Wilson26 December 2024 13:10
Chelsea vs Fulham LIVE
Good afternoon and welcome to The Independent’s live coverage of Chelsea vs Fulham in the Premier League.
The Blues look to keep the pressure on Liverpool as they begin the day four points behind the Reds, while Fulham could climb into sixth with a win against their local rivals.
We’ll have all the latest team news, updates and reaction here.
Chris Wilson26 December 2024 12:58
