Chelsea’s 16-match unbeaten league run against Crystal Palace defines this Premier League rivalry. The Blues host the Eagles at Stamford Bridge on 25 January 2026, and this guide covers where to watch, the head-to-head record, and the controversy around Eberechi Eze’s disallowed goal.

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Chelsea vs Crystal Palace all-time record (all comps): Chelsea 34 wins, Crystal Palace 10 wins, 12 draws (11v11) ·
Chelsea unbeaten league run vs Palace: 16 games (as of Jan 2026, per Chelsea FC) ·
Next match date: 25 January 2026, 14:00 UTC, Premier League ·
Venue: Stamford Bridge, London ·
Eberechi Eze disallowed goal (FA Cup semi-final 2025): Free-kick disallowed after VAR review for offside (BBC Sport)

Quick snapshot

1Confirmed facts
  • Chelsea lead head-to-head with 34 wins vs 10
  • Chelsea unbeaten in 16 consecutive league games vs Crystal Palace
  • Eze’s free-kick disallowed by VAR for offside in FA Cup semi-final, April 2025
2What’s unclear
  • Exact TV channel for 25 Jan 2026 match – depends on competition (Premier League vs cup) and broadcaster selection
  • Ruben Amorim’s full post-match quote context beyond a Reddit fan post
  • Frank Lampard’s current smoking status – only cited in one aggregator article
3Timeline signal
  • 1905 — first meeting between Chelsea and Crystal Palace
  • 2017–2026 — Chelsea’s 16-match unbeaten league streak vs Palace
  • April 2025 — Eze’s disallowed free-kick goal vs Chelsea in FA Cup semi-final
  • 25 January 2026 — next scheduled fixture: Premier League at Stamford Bridge
4What’s next
  • Matchday: Sky Sports broadcast in UK, live audio on club apps; DAZN stream in Ireland
  • Extended unbeaten run on the line – Palace will be desperate to end the streak
  • FA Cup rights from 2025-26 season shift to TNT Sports + BBC + ITV (BBC Sport)

Here is the head-to-head data that defines this fixture.

Key facts about Chelsea vs Crystal Palace
Fact Value
Longest unbeaten run vs Palace 16 league games (Chelsea)
Eze disallowed goal incident FA Cup semi-final 2025, offside
Chelsea’s record vs Palace at Stamford Bridge Chelsea 18 wins, Palace 4 wins, 6 draws (11v11)
FA Cup broadcast rights (2025-26) TNT Sports + BBC + ITV (BBC Sport)
Chelsea stream in Ireland DAZN

The pattern is clear: Chelsea hold a dominant statistical edge.

Where can I watch the Chelsea vs Crystal Palace match?

TV channels: BBC, ITV, TNT Sports coverage UK

  • The match will be shown live on Sky Sports Premier League and Sky Sports Main Event in the UK. Coverage on Sky Sports Premier League begins at 13:00 GMT, one hour before the 14:00 kick-off (Crystal Palace FC official club TV information).
  • Both Chelsea FC and Crystal Palace FC confirm the broadcast on Sky Sports, with no free-to-air television coverage for this particular fixture (Chelsea FC official club preview).

Streaming services: Sky Go, NOW TV, DAZN

How to follow without a TV stream

  • Live audio commentary is available from five minutes before kick-off on the Chelsea Official App and the club website’s Match Centre (Chelsea FC official digital guide).
  • Crystal Palace offers live audio commentary via Palace TV+ on cpfc.co.uk and the official app (Crystal Palace FC official club TV information).
  • Full-match video will be available from midnight on 25 January on the Chelsea Official App and website, with short highlights from 6pm that day.
Bottom line: Sky Sports is your only live TV home in the UK. No BBC or ITV broadcast this time. For audio and highlights, both clubs’ official apps have you covered.

Why was Eberechi Eze’s goal disallowed against Chelsea?

VAR review: offside decision on free-kick

In the April 2025 FA Cup semi-final, Eberechi Eze scored a spectacular free-kick for Crystal Palace against Chelsea. However, the goal was disallowed after a VAR review for offside in the build-up. BBC Sport UK’s public service sports broadcaster reported that the decision was correct per the laws of the game, though many Palace fans and pundits felt the offside was marginal.

Context: FA Cup semi-final, not league

The incident occurred in the FA Cup semi-final at Wembley, not in a Premier League fixture. This distinction matters because Chelsea’s 16-match unbeaten league run against Palace remains intact – the FA Cup semi-final was a knockout tie and does not affect that streak. The controversy added extra spice to the rivalry ahead of the January 2026 meeting.

“The free-kick was disallowed after a VAR check for offside – a decision that sparked debate for days.”

BBC Sport match report

Why this matters: The Eze decision remains a touchpoint for Palace supporters and fuels the narrative that Chelsea have had the rub of the green against them in big moments.

What is Chelsea’s all-time record against Crystal Palace?

Head-to-head wins, draws, losses

8 total meetings in all competitions, one pattern: Chelsea dominate.

The numbers below show the clear historical advantage.

Team Wins Draws Losses
Chelsea 34 12 10
Crystal Palace 10 12 34

Data from 11v11 historical database comprehensive football stats site.

Current unbeaten run in league (16 games)

  • Chelsea have not lost to Crystal Palace in the Premier League since 2017 – a run of 16 matches (Chelsea FC official club statistics).
  • At Stamford Bridge, Chelsea have 18 wins, Palace 4 wins, and 6 draws in all competitions.

Worst enemy: rivalry context

While not a traditional derby, the one-sided record has created a growing sense of frustration among Palace supporters. Some fan forums refer to Chelsea as Palace’s “bogey team” – a label that the Blues’ unbeaten run reinforces. The January 2026 match offers Palace a chance to rewrite that narrative.

“I am not going to quit.” – Ruben Amorim, Manchester United manager, after a post-match exchange about pressure (Reddit fan forum, tier 3 source – use cautiously).

Bottom line: Chelsea own the head-to-head. Palace fans see this fixture as a litmus test for their team’s ability to finally break the cycle.

What channel and kick-off time for Chelsea vs Crystal Palace?

Kick-off time: 14:00 GMT, Sunday 25 January 2026

  • The match is scheduled for 14:00 UK time (Chelsea FC official preview; also confirmed by Crystal Palace FC).
  • Venue: Stamford Bridge, London (capacity ~41,600).

TV channel: Sky Sports

  • Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports Premier League will carry the live broadcast (Sports Mole football broadcast guide).
  • Pre-match coverage begins at 13:00 GMT on Sky Sports Premier League.

What about other competitions?

If this match were in the FA Cup, the rights picture would differ. Starting from the 2025-26 season, FA Cup matches are shared between TNT Sports, BBC, and ITV – but this fixture is a Premier League game, so Sky Sports remains the broadcaster.

The trade-off

Sky Sports subscribers get full coverage, but non-subscribers must turn to radio or club audio. No free-to-air option exists for this match.

Is FA Cup moving to TNT Sports or staying on BBC and ITV?

New FA Cup broadcast deal from 2025-26

  • The FA Cup has a new rights deal that will see more matches broadcast than ever before (BBC Sport official FA Cup rights news).
  • TNT Sports will show a selection of exclusive live matches each round, while BBC and ITV continue their free-to-air coverage, including the final.
  • This means from 2025-26, fans will need either a TNT Sports subscription or a free-to-air broadcaster (BBC/ITV) to watch all FA Cup games.

What does this mean for Chelsea vs Palace?

The 25 January 2026 match is a Premier League fixture, so the FA Cup rights change does not affect it. But future cup meetings between these two could be split across TNT, BBC, or ITV. Keep an eye on the competition status of the match to know where to watch.

The catch: More games broadcast overall, but some exclusive matches will be behind the TNT Sports paywall. Free-to-air fans won’t see every FA Cup game.

What did Ruben Amorim say? And other off-pitch stories: Frank Lampard smoking, Club World Cup free stream

Ruben Amorim post-match quotes

After a Manchester United match, manager Ruben Amorim was quoted as saying “I am not going to quit” in response to media speculation about his future. The quote circulated on Reddit fan forum, tier 3 – use cautiously. No direct context from official sources is available.

Is Frank Lampard a smoker?

Frank Lampard appears on an aggregator list of athletes that smoke (RantSports sports entertainment site). No current confirmation from Lampard or his representatives. Treat as unconfirmed.

Can I watch the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 for free?

  • The 2025 FIFA Club World Cup will be streamed live on DAZN (DAZN official streaming platform).
  • DAZN offers a free trial in some markets. Check local availability.

Timeline: Chelsea vs Crystal Palace rivalry

  • – First meeting between Chelsea and Crystal Palace.
  • – Chelsea embark on a 16-match unbeaten league run against Palace.
  • – Eberechi Eze’s free-kick disallowed by VAR in FA Cup semi-final vs Chelsea.
  • – Next scheduled meeting: Premier League at Stamford Bridge.

Confirmed facts vs what’s unclear

Confirmed facts

  • Chelsea leads all-time head-to-head: 34 wins vs 10 (11v11).
  • Chelsea unbeaten in 16 league games vs Crystal Palace (Chelsea FC).
  • Eze free-kick disallowed by VAR for offside (BBC Sport).
  • FA Cup broadcast rights from 2025-26 include TNT Sports, BBC, ITV (BBC Sport).
  • Next match scheduled 25 Jan 2026, 14:00 UTC (Chelsea FC, Crystal Palace FC).

What’s unclear

  • Exact TV channel for the 25 Jan 2026 match depends on competition and broadcaster selection.
  • Ruben Amorim’s full quote context beyond a Reddit post.
  • Frank Lampard’s current smoking status – only cited in one aggregator article.

Quotes

“I am not going to quit.” – Ruben Amorim (attributed via Reddit fan forum, tier 3 source).

“Coverage on Sky Sports Premier League will start at 13:00 GMT, one hour before the 14:00 kick-off.” – Crystal Palace FC official TV information.

Summary

The implication: Chelsea’s dominance over Palace is not just historical – it’s an active, statistical reality that shapes how fans approach every meeting. For Palace, the only way to change the narrative is to win at Stamford Bridge on 25 January. For Chelsea, keeping the streak alive cements their psychological edge. For the neutral, this fixture offers a rare chance to watch a Premier League rivalry defined by a single number: 16.

Additional sources

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Fans wondering about the historical dominance in this London derby can explore the Chelsea vs Crystal Palace rivalry for a detailed breakdown of recent meetings.

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Frequently asked questions

How can I watch Chelsea vs Crystal Palace live in the UK?

Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports Premier League. Stream via Sky Go or NOW TV.

Is the match on BBC, ITV, or TNT Sports?

It’s a Premier League match, so Sky Sports is the broadcaster. BBC/ITV/TNT are for FA Cup games from 2025-26.

What time does Chelsea vs Crystal Palace kick off?

14:00 GMT, Sunday 25 January 2026.

Why was Eberechi Eze’s goal disallowed against Chelsea?

VAR ruled offside in the build-up to his free-kick in the 2025 FA Cup semi-final.

What is Chelsea’s record against Crystal Palace?

Chelsea 34 wins, Palace 10 wins, 12 draws (all comps). Unbeaten in 16 league games.

Can I stream Chelsea vs Crystal Palace in Ireland?

Yes, via DAZN. Check local subscription options.

Where can I find Chelsea vs Crystal Palace highlights?

Short highlights on Chelsea’s website from 6pm matchday; full video from midnight.

Are tickets still available for Chelsea vs Crystal Palace?

Check Chelsea FC official site for ticket availability, often sold out for Premier League matches.

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