Chelsea travel to the south coast this afternoon, aiming to swiftly recover from a disappointing midweek result. Enzo Maresca's side suffered a 3-1 defeat to Leeds United on Wednesday, a result that has tempered the growing title talk at Stamford Bridge following a credible draw with Arsenal last weekend.
Pressure Builds on the Road
The Blues begin the day in fourth place in the Premier League table, with the likes of Crystal Palace and Sunderland applying pressure from below. This away fixture at the Vitality Stadium represents another stern test as they look to consolidate their position.
Their hosts, Bournemouth, are also in need of a positive result. The Cherries have failed to win any of their last five matches, meaning both sides will be desperate for three points this Saturday afternoon.
Match Details and Broadcast Information
The clash is scheduled for a traditional 3pm kick-off on Saturday, December 6, 2025. Due to the UK's Saturday afternoon broadcasting blackout for live football, the match will not be televised. Fans will have to rely on live text commentary and radio coverage for updates from the Vitality Stadium.
Team News and Live Coverage
All confirmed team news and starting line-ups will be provided ahead of kick-off. Metro's live matchday blog will deliver minute-by-minute coverage, including goal updates and in-depth analysis throughout the game.
For Chelsea, the focus will be on a rapid response. The setback at Leeds served as a firm reality check, and Maresca will demand a significant improvement in performance and result against Bournemouth to get their campaign back on track.
