Is Chelsea v Crystal Palace on TV? Channel, kick-off time and how to watch Premier League fixture
Chelsea welcome Crystal Palace at Stamford Bridge in a London derby as the Premier League’s festive schedule continues.
Mauricio Pochettino bemoaned poor finishing and another setback in defeat to Wolves and will hope to pick up momentum here after a slow start to life in charge of the Blues.
Despite advancing to the Carabao Cup semi-finals after a dramatic end to their quarter-final with Newcastle, triumphing on penalties, Pochettino’s side are still languishing in mid-table.
Meanwhile, Roy Hodgson’s Eagles have had a mixed run in recent weeks, with a stunning draw at Manchester City a highlight, although the wait for a win extends to seven games after Danny Welbeck hit back for Brighton at Selhurst Park in a 1-1 draw.
Here’s everything you need to know ahead of the match and here are the latest odds and tips for the festive football:
When is Chelsea v Crystal Palace?
The match kicks off on 27 December 2023 at 19:30 GMT at Stamford Bridge, London.
Where can I watch it?
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Confirmed lineups
Chelsea: Petrovic, Gusto, Disasi, Badiashile, Colwill, Caicedo, Gallagher, Mudryk, Nkunku, Maatsen, Jackson
Crystal Palace: Henderson, Clyne, Andersen, Guehi, Mitchell, Lerma, Richards, Olise, Eze, Ayew, Mateta
Prediction
The Blues could be vulnerable to the Eagles on the break at Stamford Bridge, as they continue to struggle to break teams down at home. But we’ll opt for a narrow win against a spirited Palace. Chelsea 2-1 Crystal Palace
