Chelsea had a great last season wherein they not only won two major titles, but also marked their return to Champions League football after a long gap. The Blues under manager Enzo Maresca have been on the ascendency and while there is no shortage of talent in the squad, the team will be challenged on multiple fronts. They face Bayer Leverkusen this evening in a pre-season friendly game, looking to build some much-needed momentum. Opponents Leverkusen are managed by former Manchester United boss Erik Ten Haag and he knows a thing or two about playing against the Blues. Chelsea versus Bayer Leverkusen starts at 11:30 PM IST. Netherlands Defender Jorrel Hato Reflects on Joining Chelsea Ahead of Premier League 2025–26 Season, Says ‘I Needed To Make a Step to the Biggest Club’.

Levi Colwill is a long-term absentee for Chelsea, with the player undergoing surgery for a ruptured ACL. Cole Palmer is their star attacker and his playmaking skills will be crucial here. Joao Pedro will lead the attack with Pedro Neto starting out wide. Enzo Fernandez and Moises Caicedo are the key performers for the English side in central midfield. Robert Sanchez will start in goal for the team.

Axel Tape, Jarell Quansah, and Mark Flekken are the new signings for Bayer Leverkusen and will look to gain some playing time here. Granit Xhaka and Jonathan Tan have left the side and Leverkusen will need to adapt to their departure quickly. Grimaldo in midfield will look to create chances for the front players with his pace and trickery. PSG Manager Luis Enrique Slaps Brazilian Striker Joao Pedro After Chelsea Win FIFA Club World Cup 2025 (Watch Video).

Chelsea vs Bayer Leverkusen Match Details

Match Chelsea vs Bayer Leverkusen
Date Friday, August 8
Time 11:30 PM IST (Indian Standard Time)
Venue Stamford Bridge, Chelsea
Live Streaming, Telecast Details DAZN (Live Streaming)

When Is Chelsea vs Bayer Leverkusen, Pre-Season Club Friendly 2025 Match? Date Time and Venue

Chelsea face Bayer Leverkusen in a pre-season club-friendly 2025 match on Friday, August 8. The Chelsea vs Bayer Leverkusen match is set to be played at Stamford Bridge, London and it starts at 11:30 PM IST (Indian Standard Time).

Which TV Channels in India Will Telecast of Chelsea vs Bayer Leverkusen, Pre-Season Club Friendly 2025 Match?

Unfortunately, there's no live telecast available of the Chelsea vs Bayer Leverkusen match in India due to the absence of an official broadcast partner. Hence, fans in India will not be able to find Chelsea vs Bayer Leverkusen live telecast on any TV channel. For Chelsea vs Bayer Leverkusen online viewing options, read below.

Is Chelsea vs Bayer Leverkusen, Pre-Season Club Friendly 2025 Match, Live Online Streaming Available?

However, there's an online viewing option of the Chelsea vs Bayer Leverkusen club friendly 2025 available in India. The Chelsea vs Bayer Leverkusen live streaming online will be available on the DAZN app and website in select regions, including the USA, UK, Canada and more and fans in India might get to watch the Chelsea vs Bayer Leverkusen live streaming at the cost of a subscription fee. Expect a quality game of football with Chelsea securing a 2-1 win.

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