Chelsea take part in a second consecutive London derby as they travel to take on West Ham – but what time does the tasty clash kick off and what channel is it on?
Chelsea will hope to claim their first win of the season as they travel to West Ham on Friday(Image: Getty Images)
Chelsea and West Ham will both be looking for their first wins of the new Premier League season when they clash at the London Stadium. The Blues began their campaign at home to Crystal Palace but were held to a 0-0 draw, although that could have been worse had Eberechi Eze’s spectacular free-kick not been ruled out.
It what was a lacklustre start to the 2025/26 season following their Club World Cup triumph last month. But Enzo Maresca’s side will be hoping get back on track as they travel across London.
It was a disastrous first fixture of the season for West Ham, who fell to a disappointing 3-0 defeat to newly-promoted Sunderland at the Stadium of Light. Graham Potter’s short reign as Hammers boss hasn’t had many happy moments thus; he’ll need positive results – and fast – in order to stave off pressure over his position.
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The two sides will battle it out on Friday Night Football, and ahead of the usually entertaining encounter between the two clubs, Mirror Football has all the information on how to tune into the match.
What channel is West Ham vs Chelsea on?
For fans wanting to tune into the match on television, it’ll be broadcast live Sky Sports Main Event or Sky Sports Premier League.
How can I stream West Ham vs Chelsea?
Chelsea will compete in a second consecutive London clash following their 1-1 draw against Crystal Palace(Image: AP)
Live streaming the clash is an option for supporters who want to watch the action via their computer, phone or tablet. To do so, they can tune into the channels through Sky Go. Fans can also enjoy the football on the same channels not only by subscribing to Now TV but also by purchasing a Now TV pass.
Those who prefer to live stream football on their computer, phone or tablet can do so by tuning into the channels via Sky Go. Alternatively, fans can watch the match on the same channels by subscribing to Now TV or purchasing a Now TV pass.
What are Sky Sports’ new TV rules?
Sky Sports discounted Premier League and EFL package
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Sky has slashed the price of its Essential TV and Sky Sports bundle ahead of the 2025/26 season, saving members £192 and offering more than 1,400 live matches across the Premier League, EFL and more.
Sky will show at least 215 live Premier League games next season, an increase of up to 100 more.
If you haven’t heard, Sky Sports have a new Premier League television deal which means they can show more matches from the top-flight than ever before.
Last season, 128 games were broadcast on Sky Sports, while this season will have a whopping 215 live games featured thanks to a new four-year agreement. Thanks to the deal, Sky are now finally able to feature both Friday Night Football and Monday Night Football in the same week.
In the previous TV rights agreement, only one or the other could be shown by Sky on the same weekend. Having made use of the new concession on the opening weekend when Liverpool took on Bournemouth on Friday and Leeds faced Everton on Monday, they’re doing it again this week, with Newcastle vs Liverpool taking next Monday’s slot.
What time is kick off?
West Ham vs Chelsea will kick off at 8pm BST on Friday, August 22, 2025. Coverage of the match begins at 7pm before the London clash commences an hour later.
Team news
Enzo Maresca may decide to give Liam Delap his first Chelsea start at the London Stadium(Image: Getty Images)
After coming on for a late cameo in the Blues’ 1-1 draw with Crystal Palace, Liam Delap could be in for his start Chelsea start after Joao Pedro’s lacklustre display at Stamford Bridge. Nicolas Jackson remains unavailable as he serves the second and last game of the two-match suspension he was handed after his red card against Flamengo at the Club World Cup.
For West Ham, only Crysencio Summerville remains as their only first team absentee. However, Graham Potter revealed that the winger is edging closer to a return following his hamstring surgery earlier this year.
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