Chelsea will face Burnley in the Premier League on Saturday at Stamford Bridge.
Liam Rosenior’s team is looking to bounce back after a frustrating 2-2 draw against Leeds, where they let a two-goal lead slip and missed a chance to enter the top four.
Meanwhile, Burnley is trying to recover after an unexpected FA Cup exit and aims to find consistency in league matches.
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Chelsea vs Burnley kick-off time, venue, and how to watch
The match is set for a 3 pm GMT kick-off on Saturday, February 21, 2026, at Stamford Bridge.
Due to the UK’s 3 pm Saturday blackout rule, the match won’t be aired live on TV. However, fans can view free highlights on the Sky Sports app and YouTube channel starting at 5:15 pm, with Match of the Day on BBC One at 10:30 pm GMT.
For live updates, fans can follow minute-by-minute blogs that provide ongoing analysis and commentary throughout the match.
Chelsea vs Burnley team news and prediction
Cole Palmer is expected to rejoin the Chelsea squad after being rested last game, with Romeo Lavia also returning to bolster the midfield.
Marc Cucurella will be out with a hamstring injury from the Leeds game, and there is no clear timeline for his return.
Jamie Gittens, Filip Jorgensen, and Dario Essugo aren’t expected to return until the end of the month, and Levi Colwill is still sidelined for a longer period.
Burnley has fewer injury worries, with only Axel Tuanzebe nearing a comeback, but he is unlikely to return until March.
Chelsea is keen to recover from their recent performance and should have the strength to manage the game at home. Burnley’s struggles in away matches indicate that Chelsea could regain momentum ahead of their important match against Arsenal next week.
Prediction: Chelsea 3-0 Burnley.