hellea begin their pre-season schedule with a game against Club America in the early hours of Sunday morning (UK time).
While the opening portion of the summer transfer window proved frustrating for supporters, Thomas Tuchel is finally welcome Raheem Sterling in his squad and the England international has since accompanied by Kalidou Koulibaly.
Last season was a bit rough for Tuchel, but the German has said he is feeling refreshed ahead of the first season of the club’s new era.
Obviously not too much can be gained from pre-season friendly, but Chelsea could certainly use some of the urgency and energy that made Tuchel’s first few months such a success.
Here’s everything you need to know about the game…
Date, start time and location
The pre-season exhibition game is scheduled to kick off at 3pm BST on Sunday, July 17, 2022.
The Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas will host.
Where can you watch Chelsea vs Club America
TV channel and live stream: Both the 5e Standings app and Chelsea’s official website provide live streams.
Chelsea vs Club America team news
Sterling has been involved in training with his new teammates, although it is unlikely he will play in Vegas.
Armando Broja is also injured after joining the squad in the US despite ongoing talks with West Ham about a possible move.
However, N’Golo Kante and Ruben Loftus-Cheek have not traveled due to their Covid vaccination status.
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Chelsea vs Club America Prediction
Chelsea’s Mexican opposition is already running a domestic campaign and while that has clear advantages compared to coming in relatively cold, the question is how seriously they will take a friendly.
2-2 draw.
Head to head (h2h) history and results
Chelsea win: 1
Pulls: 0
Club America wins: 0