Chelsea Fixtures: A Crucial December Awaits the Blues

10 December 2025 Football

Why Chelsea’s December Fixtures Matter

Chelsea Football Club faces one of the most demanding periods of their 2025/26 campaign this December, with eight games to play in December to conclude 2025. As the Blues compete across multiple competitions, their fixture schedule will play a vital role in determining their success in both domestic and European competitions. The 2025–26 season is the 120th season in the history of Chelsea Football Club, and their 37th consecutive season in the top flight of English football. In addition to the domestic league, the club is participating in the FA Cup, the EFL Cup and the UEFA Champions League.

Upcoming Key Fixtures

Chelsea will play the next match against Atalanta on Dec 9, 2025, 8:00:00 PM UTC in UEFA Champions League. This crucial European clash in Italy kicks off a hectic schedule that will test Enzo Maresca’s squad depth. On 13 December, the Blues return to Stamford Bridge to face Everton in Premier League action, followed by a Carabao Cup quarter-final against Cardiff City and Saturday 20th December: Newcastle United vs Chelsea – 12.30pm / TNT Sports (Premier League).

Festive Period and Beyond

The festive fixtures present both opportunity and challenge for Chelsea. To close out 2025, Chelsea play two consecutive home games – against Aston Villa on 27 December, and again against Bournemouth on 30 December. These matches at Stamford Bridge could prove pivotal for maintaining momentum heading into the new year. Looking ahead to January 2026, On 3 January, Chelsea face Manchester City away. A massive clash at the Etihad Stadium. Next, on 7 January, Chelsea travel to Craven Cottage to face Fulham in a London derby.

What’s at Stake for the Blues

The club, which hit headlines in November holding Premier League leaders to a 1-1 draw despite playing with 10 players for the larger part of the match, occupies one of the top four positions in the EPL standings at the moment. With Champions League qualification and potential silverware on the line, December’s fixtures will be crucial in shaping Chelsea’s season. Maresca’s Blues will be hoping to enter December with momentum, a period of the season which could play a vital role in how their season concludes. Supporters can follow all matches with comprehensive television coverage across various platforms.