Chelsea’s result against Crystal Palace on Sunday was disappointing, mainly because of the excitement that had built over the course of a very successful summer on and off the pitch.

Eze’s thunderous hit was disallowed as Marc Guehi was standing too close to the Chelsea wall as he pushed Moises Caicedo out of position

World champions Chelsea kick-off their 2025–26 Premier League season at Stamford Bridge on Sunday afternoon, as they take on Crystal Palace.

Chelsea has been held to a 0-0 draw by Crystal Palace in the Premier League in the team’s first competitive match as the club world champion.

The FIFA Club World Cup winners began their Premier League campaign with an uninspiring goalless draw at an expectant Stamford Bridge

This London derby sees the new FIFA Club World Cup winners host Oliver Glasner's FA Cup holders.

James: So much for our refurbished attack - they've got to start firing. Gittens was useless on that wing, Joao Pedro seemed non-existent. Delap had a good physical presence but couldn't get a shot at goal, Estevao was looking quite positive. Looking forward to when we start firing - we will be unstoppable.

Tottenham had been hoping to close the Eze deal quickly, yet they are encountering the firm stance of Steve Parish and his board. The reported fee, “likely to be £55m plus £5m in add-ons”, underlines the scale of investment Spurs are prepared to make.

Chelsea have spent billions but couldn't break down Crystal Palace in the opening game of the Premier League season.