The race for the Premier League 2025-26 title reaches a critical juncture on Sunday, 12 April, as Manchester City travel to Stamford Bridge to face Chelsea. With league leaders Arsenal dropping points in a surprise defeat to Bournemouth yesterday, Pep Guardiola’s side has a golden opportunity to close the nine-point gap at the top. Both teams are desperate for points to satisfy their respective end-of-season ambitions. Andy Robertson Confirms Liverpool Departure After Nine Illustrious Years With Premier League Club.

How to Watch Chelsea vs Manchester City Live Streaming and Telecast in India

Indian viewers can follow the Premier League action through the following options:

Live Streaming: JioHotstar will provide live streaming of Premier League 2025–26 matches, with Star Sports Network being the official broadcast partner. Fans can watch the Chelsea vs Manchester City match live on the JioHotstar app and website.

Telecast: The Star Sports Network is expected to broadcast the match on its Star Sports Select TV channels, subject to scheduling. 

In the UK, the match is being shown live on TNT Sports 1 and TNT Sports Ultimate. Subscribers can also stream the game via the Discovery+ app. Tottenham Hotspur and Interim Head Coach Igor Tudor Part Ways After 44 Days by Mutual Consent.

Match Fact

Feature Details
Competition Premier League 2025–26 (Matchday 32)
Date Sunday, 12 April 2026
Kick-off Time 16:30 BST / 21:00 IST
Venue Stamford Bridge, London
Referee Chris Kavanagh
Chelsea Manager Liam Rosenior
Man City Manager Pep Guardiola
Current Standings Man City (2nd), Chelsea (6th)

Chelsea vs Manchester City Team News

Chelsea’s defensive lineup remains a concern for Rosenior. Goalkeeper Filip Jorgensen is sidelined following groin surgery, meaning Robert Sanchez is expected to continue between the posts. While Benoit Badiashile may return from illness, the hosts will be without Trevoh Chalobah and Jamie Gittens. The game also comes too soon for Levi Colwill’s return.

Manchester City, meanwhile, boast a relatively healthy squad as they navigate a dense April schedule. Tactical focus will likely centre on Erling Haaland’s battle with Chelsea's central defence and whether City can exploit the space left by Chelsea's high-pressing system. The reverse fixture in January ended in a 1-1 draw at the Etihad Stadium, suggesting a closely contested tactical battle today.

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