Chelsea vs Palace: Blues Eye Winning Start in Premier League Opener

Chelsea are ready to play Crystal Palace at Stamford Bridge. (Image: Chelsea Football Club/Chelsea FC via Getty Images)

Chelsea begin their Premier League campaign this weekend as they host Crystal Palace on Sunday afternoon.

The Blues will take on the Eagles at Stamford Bridge as they take part in their first competitive fixture since being crowned world champions at the FIFA Club World Cup. Enzo Maresca 's side will be determined to grab all three points against Palace in their Premier League opener - having claimed wins over AC Milan and Bayer Leverkusen in their final two pre-season friendlies last week.

Palace go into the game having won the Community Shield last weekend with a penalty shootout victory over Premier League champions Liverpool at Wembley Stadium.

What time does Chelsea vs Crystal Palace kick-off?

Chelsea's clash against Crystal Palace is scheduled to kick-off at 2pm on Sunday, August 17 at Stamford Bridge.

Is Chelsea vs Crystal Palace being shown live on TV?

Yes. Sky Sports have secured the broadcast rights for this afternoon's Premier League match between Chelsea and Crystal Palace this weekend.

Sky Sports Main Event (Sky channel 401) and Sky Sports Premier League (Sky channel 402) will be broadcasting the fixture with coverage from Stamford Bridge getting underway at 1pm on Sunday afternoon.

How to live stream Chelsea vs Crystal Palace

With Sky Sports broadcasting Chelsea vs Crystal Palace, the fixture is also available to live stream in the UK.

Sky customers will be able to live stream the match via the Sky Go app on mobile and tablet, as well as online.

NOWTV will also be live streaming the fixture between Chelsea and Palace on Sunday lunchtime, which will be available on mobile and online to paid subscribers.