Chelsea vs Hull City is underway at Stamford Bridge in the Premier League. For the live score, goals, cards, substitutions, match statistics and every major update, follow Chelsea vs Hull City on SP Score.
Chelsea vs Hull City live coverage brings together the key match information before, during and after the game. Chelsea are looking to return to winning ways in the league, while newly promoted Hull City arrive unbeaten in their first three Premier League matches. This page covers the confirmed lineups, team news, recent form, match officials and the main players involved, with SP Score carrying the latest action throughout the match.
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Chelsea vs Hull City match details
| Fixture | Chelsea vs Hull City |
| Competition | Premier League 2026/27 |
| Matchweek | Matchweek 4 |
| Date | Saturday, 12 September 2026 |
| Kick-off | 17:00 EAT / 15:00 BST |
| Venue | Stamford Bridge, London |
| Referee | Farai Hallam |
| VAR | Michael Oliver |
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Chelsea vs Hull City confirmed lineups
Chelsea and Hull City have named their starting teams at Stamford Bridge. Chelsea line up in a 3-4-2-1, with Cole Palmer and Morgan Rogers playing behind João Pedro. Hull City use a 5-4-1, with Oli McBurnie leading the attack.
Chelsea starting XI
Emiliano Martínez; Josh Acheampong, Maxence Lacroix, Wesley Fofana; Pedro Neto, Roméo Lavia, Reece James, Jorrel Hato; Cole Palmer, Morgan Rogers; João Pedro.
Chelsea substitutes
Mike Penders, Levi Colwill, Malo Gusto, Pep Chavarría, Valentín Barco, Estêvão, Geovany Quenda, Jamie Bynoe-Gittens, Danny Welbeck.
Hull City starting XI
Konstantinos Tzolakis; Lewie Coyle, Semi Ajayi, John Egan, Nobel Mendy, Ryan Giles; Mohamed Belloumi, Regan Slater, Lucas Gourna-Douath, Elliot Stroud; Oli McBurnie.
Hull City substitutes
Mohamed-Ali Cho, Sorba Thomas, Joe Gelhardt, Matt Targett, Robinio Vaz, Christos Mouzakitis, Jens Hjertø-Dahl, Archie Howard, Lucas Herrington.
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Chelsea team news
Xabi Alonso starts Reece James and Roméo Lavia together in midfield, with Pedro Neto and Jorrel Hato providing the width. Palmer and Rogers continue behind João Pedro after combining well in Chelsea’s opening matches.
Chelsea are without several players around this fixture. Moisés Caicedo has been managing a knock, while Jordan Henderson, Marco Palestra and Emmanuel Emegha have also been unavailable or doubtful in the build-up.
Hull City team news
Hull City arrive at Stamford Bridge with the same defensive strength that has marked their return to the Premier League. Tzolakis starts in goal behind a five-man defensive line, while Belloumi, Slater, Gourna-Douath and Stroud support McBurnie from midfield.
Sergej Jakirović’s side came into the game having kept clean sheets in each of their first three league matches. The visitors have also been managing injuries to several squad players, but the core of their early-season team remains intact.
Chelsea and Hull City form before the match
Chelsea came into the weekend after a 2-1 Premier League defeat away to Arsenal, followed by a 6-3 win over Leeds United in the EFL Cup. Earlier league wins over Fulham and Brighton showed the attacking quality in Alonso’s side.
Hull City made an impressive start after promotion. They beat Manchester United 2-0, won 1-0 away to Coventry City and drew 0-0 with Aston Villa, leaving them unbeaten and without conceding a goal after three Premier League matches.
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Chelsea vs Hull City recent meetings
Chelsea have had the better of this fixture in recent years, including cup meetings, but Hull City’s strong return to the Premier League gives this match a different feel. The latest meeting is another chance for both teams to build on their early-season performances.
Players to follow in Chelsea vs Hull City
| Team | Player | Role |
| Chelsea | Cole Palmer | Starts behind João Pedro and remains one of Chelsea’s main creative and scoring threats. |
| Chelsea | Morgan Rogers | Starts alongside Palmer and has been central to Chelsea’s attacking play. |
| Chelsea | João Pedro | Leads the Chelsea attack. |
| Hull City | Oli McBurnie | Starts as Hull City’s central striker. |
| Hull City | Mohamed Belloumi | Provides one of Hull’s main attacking outlets from midfield. |
| Hull City | Konstantinos Tzolakis | Starts in goal after three league clean sheets to begin the season. |
Chelsea vs Hull City referee and match officials
Farai Hallam is the referee at Stamford Bridge. Lee Betts and Simon Long are the assistant referees, Ron Jones is the fourth official, while Michael Oliver is on VAR with Oliver Mackey as assistant VAR.
Where to follow Chelsea vs Hull City live
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Chelsea vs Hull City match report
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Chelsea vs Hull City live FAQs
What time is Chelsea vs Hull City?
Chelsea vs Hull City kicks off at 17:00 EAT, or 15:00 BST, on Saturday, 12 September 2026.
Where is Chelsea vs Hull City being played?
The Premier League match is being played at Stamford Bridge in London.
Where can I follow Chelsea vs Hull City live?
SP Score carries the live score, match clock, goals, cards, substitutions, lineups, statistics and latest match events.
What is the Chelsea lineup vs Hull City?
Chelsea start Martínez; Acheampong, Lacroix, Fofana; Neto, Lavia, James, Hato; Palmer, Rogers; João Pedro.
What is the Hull City lineup vs Chelsea?
Hull City start Tzolakis; Coyle, Ajayi, Egan, Mendy, Giles; Belloumi, Slater, Gourna-Douath, Stroud; McBurnie.
Who is the referee for Chelsea vs Hull City?
Farai Hallam is the referee, with Michael Oliver on VAR.
Where can I see Chelsea vs Hull City match statistics?
SP Score provides the live match statistics and match events throughout the game.
Where can I read the Chelsea vs Hull City match report?
SP Score carries the key match events and full-time match information, while this page can also be updated after the final whistle.
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Conclusion
Chelsea vs Hull City brings Premier League action to Stamford Bridge, with Chelsea’s Palmer, Rogers and João Pedro facing a Hull City side that started the season with three clean sheets. For the latest score, match events, substitutions, statistics and full-time updates, follow the match on SP Score. For the complete team sheets and substitutes, see the Chelsea vs Hull City lineups page.
