Why Bournemouth vs Chelsea is at 8pm this weekend as Premier League fixture is moved after international break
09/09/2024 11:15 AM
Chelsea’s trip to the south coast to face Bournemouth this weekend has been given an unusual late kick-off time.
The Blues’ first game after the international break sees them take on the Cherries at 8pm this Saturday.
It’s not a great time for a match to start on a weekend due to travel and public transport.
Luckily, the journey from London to Bournemouth isn’t too bad, but it’s still an awkward kick-off time so fans.
Why is Bournemouth vs Chelsea starting at 8pm?
This encounter has been selected for TV broadcast by Sky Sports.
It was originally scheduled for 3pm on Saturday, September 14.
However, it will be shown live and has been moved to ensure Sky can show it on the same day.
Normally, they have a 5:30pm slot on Saturdays, but they are also showing Aston Villa vs Everton and have picked that one for that spot.
This means the Bournemouth vs Chelsea match has been bumped later into the evening, so Sky Sports can show both games.
The match will also be available to watch on Sky Go for existing customers, while a NOW TV pass can also be purchased.
Bournemouth vs Chelsea: talkSPORT coverage
talkSPORT will also have live and EXCLUSIVE radio coverage of this fixture.
Faye Carruthers will serve as your presenter, with commentary coming from Joe Shennan and former Chelsea defender Scott Minto.
talkSPORT.com will also have regular updates on our dedicated Premier League blog.
To tune in to talkSPORT through the website, click HERE for the live stream.
You can also listen via the talkSPORT app, on DAB digital radio, through your smart speaker and on 1089 or 1053 AM.