What was the final score in Fulham versus Chelsea during the 2026–27 Premier League opening weekend?

Chelsea beat Fulham 3–2 in the 2026–27 Premier League opening-weekend match.

The London derby was played at Craven Cottage on Monday, 24 August 2026, making it the final fixture of the opening round. Chelsea edged a five-goal contest by a single goal and began the campaign with three points.

The match brought together two clubs separated by a short distance in west London. Fulham played at home, while Chelsea made the brief trip to Craven Cottage. The result meant the opening weekend ended with an away victory.

This scoreline is distinct from Brentford’s 3–0 win over Tottenham and Manchester City’s 2–1 win over Bournemouth. Chelsea’s 3–2 victory was the only opening-round match decided by a one-goal margin while producing five total goals.