Chelsea supporters are still able to secure seats for what will be Xabi Alonso's first game in charge to be played at Stamford Bridge when we face Real Sociedad on Saturday. The game against Real Sociedad will take place on Saturday, with kick-off at 2pm. It is our first meeting for 12 years against the club that won Spain's Copa del Rey last season and the first opportunity for Chelsea’s latest signings, and our new manager, to be introduced to the Stamford Bridge supporters. This will be the final match preparation ahead of the new Premier League season, which starts the following weekend.

What happened?

Chelsea FC supporters can now purchase tickets for the upcoming match against Real Sociedad at Stamford Bridge, with Xabi Alonso set to make his managerial debut.

Why it matters for Chelsea FC

The game is a crucial preparation for the new Premier League season, which starts the following weekend. Chelsea FC are currently 10th in the Premier League table, 33 points behind leaders Arsenal, with a goal difference of +6.

What comes next?

The match against Real Sociedad will be a key test for Xabi Alonso's managerial skills, and Chelsea FC supporters will be eager to see how their team performs under the new manager. The game will be played at Stamford Bridge, with kick-off at 2pm on Saturday.

As only the lower tiers are open initially, season ticket holders will NOT have their usual seat reserved. Season ticket holders will be able to purchase any available tickets online. Tickets are for Chelsea supporters ONLY and will be sold online only, subject to availability. Tickets will be dispatched digitally to supporters – further details to follow. All persons under the age of 16 will be required to attend the relevant area of the ground with, and sit in the ground next to, a person aged 18 years of age or over.

Application process for supporters with access needs

Supporters with access needs can purchase tickets via the application form available by clicking here or by phoning the access team on 0371 811 2012 or 0044 207 915 1950 (international callers).

Ticket prices

Ticket prices for the match against Real Sociedad are as follows: East Lower £40, £43, £47 and £50, East Upper £40, £43, £47 and £50, West Lower £40, £43, £47 and £50, Matthew Harding Lower £40 and £47, Matthew Harding Upper £40 and £47, Shed End Lower £40 and £47, Shed End Upper £40 and £47. Family offer* £135 (4 tickets).

League standing

Chelsea FC are currently 10th in the Premier League table, 33 points behind leaders Arsenal, with a goal difference of +6.

Goals this season

Chelsea FC have scored 58 goals and conceded 52 this season, with a goal difference of +6.

Title race

Chelsea FC are 33 points behind leaders Arsenal in the Premier League title race.

The match against Real Sociedad will be a key test for Xabi Alonso's managerial skills, and Chelsea FC supporters will be eager to see how their team performs under the new manager. The game will be played at Stamford Bridge, with kick-off at 2pm on Saturday.