Chelsea FC are gearing up for their first pre-season match under new manager Xabi Alonso, facing Western Sydney Wanderers tomorrow. The Blues have been training at Sydney FC's Sky Park Centre of Excellence, fine-tuning their preparations for a packed schedule ahead. 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.

What happened in training?

Chelsea's squad was in full swing during their session in Sydney, with defenders Josh Acheampong, Jorrel Hato, Marco Palestra and Mamadou Sarr putting in the work. Up front, Liam Delap, Cole Palmer and Estevao Willian were among those looking sharp, aiming to find the back of the net. The team is now focused on tomorrow's clash, which will be Alonso's first match in charge.

How to watch the match

Fans can catch the game live on CFC+ with a single match pass starting at £9.99. For those looking for more, a full CFC+ subscription costs just £14.99 for the year, offering access to all six pre-season games and exclusive Chelsea content. The match kicks off at 10:45am UK time.

What’s next for Chelsea FC?

After facing Western Sydney Wanderers, Chelsea will continue their pre-season tour with more fixtures lined up. The team is determined to bounce back after finishing 10th in the Premier League last season, with goals scored (58) and conceded (52) showing a +6 goal difference. Stay tuned to the Chelsea Official App and website for more updates from Down Under.