Chelsea’s pre‑season preparations have taken a decisive step forward with the arrival of the first‑team squad in Sydney, Australia. The English club touched down on Tuesday evening, marking the start of a multi‑country tour that will also see them face opponents in Hong Kong, Indonesia, Malaysia and, later, back in England. Central to the excitement is the presence of former Real Sociedad midfielder Xabi Alonso, who has been training with the group as part of his ongoing involvement with the club.
Sydney Arrival and Live Training Session
On Sunday, the team will open its tour with a live training session at Allianz Stadium, a venue that will also host one of the scheduled fixtures. The session is slated to begin at approximately 6 p.m. local time, which translates to around 9 a.m. BST for viewers in the United Kingdom. CFC+ subscribers will have exclusive access to the broadcast, allowing them to watch the drills and tactical work in real time.
The itinerary includes six pre‑season matches spread across five continents, giving the squad valuable competitive minutes before the new domestic campaign. Each fixture will be streamed live on the club’s digital platform, CFC+, ensuring that supporters in every market can follow the action without missing a beat.
A CFC+ subscription, priced at £14.99 for the entire year, unlocks all six pre‑season games as well as a library of exclusive documentaries, original series and classic Chelsea archives. The offering is positioned as a cost‑effective alternative to purchasing individual match passes, delivering significant savings for fans who want comprehensive access.
To maximise the viewing experience, the club encourages supporters to download the latest version of the Official Chelsea App, which provides seamless streaming, real‑time statistics and interactive features during live broadcasts.