Chelsea welcome struggling Burnley to Stamford Bridge on Saturday, February 21, 2026, in a Premier League Matchweek 27 fixture as the Blues aim to solidify their push for Champions League qualification while the Clarets fight to avoid relegation.
Kickoff is set for 3 p.m. GMT (10 a.m. ET / 7 a.m. PT), with the match available live in the United States exclusively on Peacock. Streaming is also accessible via Peacock Premium or Peacock Premium Plus on devices including smart TVs, phones, tablets and web browsers. In the UK, the game falls under the traditional 3 p.m. Saturday blackout, meaning no live domestic television broadcast, though highlights are available post-match on BBC and Sky Sports platforms. Internationally, check local rights holders such as Star Sports (India), SuperSport (Africa), Optus Sport (Australia) or DAZN in select regions.
Chelsea enter the match in fifth place, chasing a top-four finish under manager Liam Rosenior. The Blues are coming off a mixed run but remain strong at home, where they have won most recent league games in Saturday 3 p.m. slots. Burnley sit 19th, battling relegation with a poor away record and defensive vulnerabilities.
Team News and Injuries
Chelsea are without Marc Cucurella (hamstring), Roméo Lavia (managed return), Dário Essugo and Jamie Gittens (injuries). Filip Jorgensen is sidelined, leaving Robert Sánchez in goal. Reece James is fit to captain, and Cole Palmer is expected to start after recent form.
Burnley miss key players due to suspension and injury, with limited depth exacerbating their struggles. They revert to a stronger XI but face an uphill battle against Chelsea’s attacking options.
Predicted Lineups
Chelsea (4-2-3-1): Sánchez; James, Fofana, Chalobah, Gusto/Hato; Caicedo, Santos; Palmer, Fernández, Neto; João Pedro.
Burnley (4-2-3-1): Dubravka; Walker, Worrall, Estève, Ugochukwu; Humphreys, Edwards; Anthony, Flemming, Hannibal; Laurent.
Prediction and Key Battles
Chelsea are heavy favorites, with predictions favoring a comfortable win — common scorelines include 3-1 or 2-0. The Blues’ superior quality, home advantage and attacking depth (Palmer, Neto, João Pedro) should overwhelm Burnley’s defense, which has conceded heavily. Burnley may counter sporadically but lack firepower.
Key matchups include Cole Palmer exploiting space against Burnley’s midfield and João Pedro testing their backline. Chelsea’s pressing and quick transitions could exploit Burnley’s slow build-up.
How to Watch and Livestream Globally
- United States: Exclusive live stream on Peacock (subscription required; free trial available for new users). No over-the-air TV broadcast.
- United Kingdom: No live TV due to blackout; watch highlights on BBC/Sky post-match.
- India: JioHotstar or Star Sports channels.
- Canada: Fubo Canada.
- Australia: Optus Sport.
- Global fallback: ICC.tv or local rights holders; use VPN if geo-restricted.
The fixture offers Chelsea a chance to build momentum, while Burnley seek points in survival mode. Tune in for what should be a one-sided affair unless the visitors produce a shock.
