Chelsea face Bayer Leverkusen in their first preseason friendly of the summer on Friday evening, hosting the German side at Stamford Bridge.
The Blues have only recently returned to training after their FIFA Club World Cup triumph in mid-July, but must quickly get up to speed ahead of the new Premier League season. For the Blues, their opener is less than a fortnight away.
Chelsea welcome Erik ten Hag’s new-look Leverkusen to west London as they look to build some much-needed momentum, and they should gift their new summer signings the opportunity to soak up the adoration of the Stamford Bridge faithful for the first time.
Here’s how to tune into Friday’s pre-season affair.






