Premier League 2025/26: Chelsea vs Burnley Preview, Prediction, TV channels & Predicted Lineup
Fifth-placed Chelsea (44 pts) welcomes relegation-threatened Burnley (19th, 18 pts) to Stamford Bridge. The Blues aim to reclaim a Champions League spot, while the Clarets fight to close the nine-point gap to safety.

Match Facts
Chelsea is currently on a nine-match unbeaten streak in the Premier League against Burnley, a record stretching back several seasons.
The Brazilian forward has been electric under Liam Rosenior, recording four goals and an assist in his last five league outings.
Burnley arrives with the league's second-worst defensive record, having conceded 51 goals in 26 matches (an average of 2.0 per game).
Chelsea secured a comfortable 2-0 victory at Turf Moor earlier this season in November, with goals from Pedro Neto and Enzo Fernández.
Chelsea will be without the suspended Mykhailo Mudryk and the injured Levi Colwill. Burnley is missing several key figures, including Josh Cullen and Armando Broja.
Predicted Lineup
Chelsea (4-2-3-1): Sánchez; James, Fofana, Chalobah, Hato; Caicedo, Santos; Neto, Palmer, Fernández; Joao Pedro.
Burnley (3-4-2-1): Dúbravka; Laurent, Worrall, Estève; Walker, Ugochukwu, Mejbri, Humphreys; Edwards, Anthony; Flemming.
Prediction of AI
Chelsea enters as the heavy favorite (78% win probability) given their home dominance and Burnley's struggles on the road. While Burnley showed spirit in their recent win over Crystal Palace, Chelsea’s tactical fluidity and the return of a rested Cole Palmer should result in a decisive home win.
Score Prediction: Chelsea 3 - 0 Burnley.
Kick Off Time?
Competition: Premier League (Round 27)
Kick-off (GMT): 15:00, Saturday 21 February 2026
Stadium, location: Stamford Bridge, London, England
How to Watch in the UK and US?
In the UK: This match falls under the Saturday 3pm blackout and will not be broadcast live on TV. Highlights will be available on BBC Match of the Day.
In the US: Available to stream live exclusively on Peacock.
TV Channel and Live Stream: You can also follow Xscore808 live updates for other countries.