Fulham hosted Chelsea at Craven Cottage in the final match of the 2026–27 Premier League opening round.
The fixture was played on Monday 24 August 2026. Chelsea won the West London derby 3–2, but Fulham were the home team because the match took place at their riverside stadium.
Craven Cottage is one of English football’s most recognisable grounds. It stands beside the River Thames in the London borough of Hammersmith and Fulham and has been Fulham’s home for most of the club’s history. Its name comes from a cottage that once stood on the site.
Chelsea’s Stamford Bridge is located nearby in West London, which can cause confusion when identifying the venue. However, the home team determines the stadium in this fixture: Fulham hosted Chelsea at Craven Cottage.