Chelsea FC Academy Back to Work for 2026/27 Season

After a short summer break, Chelsea FC's Academy age groups are back at Cobham, with preparations for the 2026/27 campaign now in full swing. The Chelsea Academy enjoyed a successful 2025/26 season, with no shortage of silverware.

What happened?

The Under-21s lifted the Premier League 2 trophy after finishing top of the league table with 14 wins and one draw from 20 fixtures. At Under-18s level, the Blues also celebrated a memorable campaign, securing the Under-18 Premier League South title before winning the Under-18 Premier League National Final at Stamford Bridge. Meanwhile, our Under-19s impressed in the UEFA Youth League, finishing top of their league stage with an unbeaten record.

Why it matters for Chelsea FC

The Academy's success is a testament to the club's commitment to developing young talent. With the Under-21s and Under-18s both winning major titles, the future looks bright for Chelsea FC.

What comes next?

Before both squads head to Spain for their annual pre-season tour, we've picked out some of the best images from their return to training at Cobham. The Academy squads have returned to Cobham refreshed and are back hard at work as preparations get under way for the new campaign, aiming to build on last season's success.

The Chelsea FC Academy enjoyed a successful 2025/26 season, with the Under-21s winning the Premier League 2 trophy and the Under-18s securing the Under-18 Premier League South title and the Under-18 Premier League National Final at Stamford Bridge. League standing (final 2025 table -- new season not yet under way): 10th in Premier League, 52 pts, 14W-10D-14L from 38 games, recent form LWDLL. Goals this season: 58 scored, 52 conceded (+6 goal difference). Title race: 33 points behind leaders Arsenal. The Under-19s impressed in the UEFA Youth League, finishing top of their league stage with an unbeaten record.

The Academy squads have returned to Cobham refreshed and are back hard at work as preparations get under way for the new campaign, aiming to build on last season's success. Before both squads head to Spain for their annual pre-season tour, we've picked out some of the best images from their return to training at Cobham.