Frank Christian
Manchester City is set to kick off their pursuit of a fifth consecutive Premier League title against Chelsea at Stamford Bridge.
As the defending champions of the English top-flight, Man City aims to retain their title. They’ve already shown their strength by winning the Community Shield by defeating Manchester United in a penalty shootout after a 1-1 draw at Wembley Stadium.
On the other hand, Chelsea finished sixth last season and secured a spot in the UEFA competition with a late surge. However, this wasn’t enough to save manager Mauricio Pochettino’s job, leading to Enzo Maresca’s appointment as the club’s new manager after the takeover by Todd Boehly and Clearlake Capital in May 2022.
Chelsea vs. Man City Live Stream, TV Channel in UK
To watch this Premier League match in the UK:
- TV channel: Sky Sports Main Event, Sky Sports Football, Sky Ultra HD
- Live stream: Sky Go, NOW
The game will be broadcast live on Sky Sports channels in the UK, and Sky Sports subscribers can stream it through the Sky Go app or NOW with a membership.
What Time Does Chelsea vs. Man City Kick Off in UK?
| Date | Sunday, Aug. 18 |
| Kick-off time | 4:30 p.m. BST |
| Venue | Stamford Bridge Stadium |
| Location | London, UK |
The match will take place at Stamford Bridge in London on Sunday, August 18, at 4:30 p.m. local time (BST).
Chelsea vs. Man City Lineups, Predicted Starting 11, Team News
Key new signings like Pedro Neto and Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall are set to make their debuts for Chelsea. However, Reece James is suspended, and Conor Gallagher is training separately amid transfer rumors.
Manchester City welcomes back key players like Phil Foden, John Stones, Kyle Walker, and Rodri, while missing Oscar Bobb due to injury.
Chelsea vs. Man City Prediction
Both Chelsea and Manchester City will aim for a strong start to the season in what promises to be an exciting match. Despite some setbacks in the lineup, Manchester City’s attacking prowess could prove decisive.
Prediction: Chelsea 1-3 Manchester City
