The Premier League fixture between Chelsea and Bournemouth this Saturday has been rescheduled to an unusual time. Initially slated for the traditional 3pm BST kick-off, the match will now begin at 8pm BST.
Key Details:
– Kick-Off Change: The game, originally set for 3pm, has been pushed to 8pm BST.
– Potential Debut: Jadon Sancho, on loan from Manchester United, could make his first appearance for Chelsea.
What Happened?
Chelsea will face Bournemouth at the Vitality Stadium in a late Saturday kick-off. The game was initially scheduled for 3pm but was delayed by five hours to accommodate TV broadcasting. Sky Sports secured the rights to air the match live and shifted it to 8pm BST. While 5:30pm was also considered, that slot was already reserved for Aston Villa vs Everton.
Why the Change?
Most Premier League matches typically kick off at 3pm, but games are often rescheduled for live broadcasts. Due to a broadcasting blackout between 2:45pm and 5:15pm in the UK, the match had to be moved to a different time. With Sky Sports already committed to airing another fixture in the 5:30pm slot, Chelsea’s clash was shifted to 8pm.
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Did You Know?
Jadon Sancho, who joined Chelsea on loan from Manchester United on deadline day, could make his debut for the Blues in Saturday’s game against Bournemouth.
What’s Next for Chelsea?
Chelsea, under new manager Enzo Maresca, will be aiming to get back to winning ways after collecting just four points from their first three Premier League matches. They will face a Bournemouth side led by Andoni Iraola, hoping to secure a crucial victory this weekend.
