Xabi Alonso takes charge of Chelsea for the first time on Tuesday as the Blues face Western Sydney Wanderers to kick off their pre-season tour of Australia.
It’s a first opportunity for the Spaniard to see his new squad in match action – albeit without some of the big names, who are still resting after the World Cup.
A positive pre-season is important for Alonso as he looks to bed in his ideas after taking charge permanently after the end of the 2025/26 campaign.
Building fitness and understanding is more important than anything else in early friendlies but fans will want to see some promising signs against their hosts, who finished bottom of the A-League last term.
Radio Times has rounded up everything you need to know about how to watch WSW v Chelsea on TV and online.
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When is WSW v Chelsea?
WSW v Chelsea will take place on Tuesday 28 July 2026.
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WSW v Chelsea kick-off time
WSW v Chelsea will kick off at 10:45am UK time.
The match is set to be played at Accor Stadium in Sydney, Australia.
What TV channel is WSW v Chelsea on?
Unfortunately, the match has not been chosen for live TV broadcast in the UK. However, fans can tune in to watch the pre-season game online via CFC+.
Every game on Chelsea’s 2026 pre-season schedule will be available live on CFC+.
A standalone CFC+ subscription costs £14.99, while it is also included in True Blue+ or Junior Blue membership.
How to live stream WSW v Chelsea online
UK viewers can stream the game live online via CFC+.
The streaming platform is available on a range of devices, from desktop and laptop computers to smartphones and tablets via the app.
Is WSW v Chelsea on radio?
Unfortunately, the pre-season game has not been selected for national radio broadcast.
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WSW v Chelsea odds
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