Chelsea beat Fulham 3–2 at Craven Cottage in the 2026–27 Premier League opening round.
Craven Cottage is Fulham’s home stadium beside the River Thames in Fulham, London. Chelsea were the visiting team when the clubs met on Monday 24 August 2026, the final scheduled match of the opening round.
The ground has been Fulham’s home since 1896, apart from periods when the club temporarily played elsewhere. Its riverside setting and historic architecture make it one of the best-known stadiums in English football.
A common mix-up is choosing Stamford Bridge, Chelsea’s home ground. Stamford Bridge hosted Chelsea’s home fixtures, but the 3–2 opening-round victory over Fulham was played at Fulham’s stadium. The match’s location also distinguishes it from Arsenal’s opener at the Emirates Stadium.