How to watch today's Crystal Palace vs Chelsea Premier League game: Live stream, TV channel, and start time

Crystal Palace have an awful record against Chelsea, and their current form won't fill them with much confidence. 

Here is where to find English-language live streams of Crystal Palace vs Chelsea, as GOAL brings you everything you need to know about how to watch the game today.

	USA	USA Network
	UK	Sky Sports
	Australia	Stan Sport
	Canada	Fubo Canada
	India	JioStar
	South / Sub-Saharan Africa	SuperSport
	Malaysia	Astro
	Middle East	beIN Sports MENA

How to watch anywhere with a VPN

If you are travelling abroad or just want to access your usual streaming services from a different part of the world, you may run into geo-restrictions. This is where a Virtual Private Network (VPN) comes in handy.

A VPN, such as NordVPN, allows you to establish a secure, encrypted connection online. By virtually changing your location to a country where the game is being broadcast, you can bypass blackout restrictions and watch your favourite team live. Click here for a step-by-step guide or, alternatively, check out GOAL's guide to the best VPNs for streaming sports.

How to watch and live stream Crystal Palace vs Chelsea free

If you're planning to watch the game from the United States, new USA Network customers can access it with a free five-day trial. 

Crystal Palace vs Chelsea kick-off time

Crystal Palace vs Chelsea will kick off on 25 Jan 2026 at 09:00 EST and 14:00 GMT. 

Match preview

In the cold light of day, Palace haven't won any of their last 17 meetings with Chelsea, losing 14 and drawing the other three. Palace haven't won a competitive football match since a 3-0 success away to Shelbourne in the Conference League on 11 December, ending a sequence of three successive wins, all away from Selhurst Park. The Eagles have only picked up 12 points at home all season in the Premier League. 

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Chelsea have won consecutive matches under new boss Liam Rosenior and indeed three of their last four, although their last two trips to Premier League opposition have ended in defeat. 

Injury news, key facts

Cheick Doucoure, Caleb Kporha, Rio Cardines and Daniel Munoz are out for the hosts.  

Cole Palmer missed Chelsea's 1-0 win over Pafos midweek, but the playmaker should return here. Tosin, Romeo Lavia and Levi Colwill remain out with long-term issues.

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Team news & squads

Form

Head-to-Head Record

Standings

Step-by-step VPN guide to watch Crystal Palace vs Chelsea today

NordVPN

1. Download & Install: Sign up to NordVPN or another reputable VPN service (check out GOAL's guide here) and download the app on your device.
2. Connect to a Server: Open the app and select a server location where the match is being shown (e.g. if you are in the UK but want to watch a US stream, connect to a US server).
3. Clear Cache: Sometimes your browser holds onto your old location. Clear your cookies or refresh your browser to ensure the change takes effect.
4. Start Streaming: Go to your broadcaster's website and app and enjoy the game.

How to watch on the Big Screen

Watching on your phone or laptop is fine, but live sports belongs on the big screen. Here is how to get the VPN working on your TV:

• Smart TVs & Fire Stick: Most Android-based TVs and devices like the Amazon Fire TV Stick or Google Chromecast with Google TV have native VPN apps. Simply search for your VPN provider in the app store on your TV, log in, and connect just like you would on your phone.
• Apple TV, Roku & Consoles: These devices often don't support direct VPN apps. The easiest workaround is to use Smart DNS (usually found in your VPN account settings) or Mirror/Cast the stream from your VPN-connected phone or laptop to your TV.