The world champions Chelsea were held to a goalless draw by Crystal Palace in their first Premier League outing of the season today. Eberechi Eze was central to the pre-match narrative amid reports he was set to be dropped from the matchday squad amid transfer interest from Tottenham,

Eberechi Eze looked as though he said his goodbyes to the Crystal Palace fans at Stamford Bridge after being denied what might have been the perfect farewell by a little-known rule.

Follow all the action as it happens from Stamford Bridge as the Blues kick off the new season. Match ends, Chelsea 0, Crystal Palace 0. Second Half ends, Chelsea 0, Crystal Palace 0.

THOUSANDS of Chelsea fans were unable to access Stamford Bridge ahead of their opening game of the Premier League season. Many fans were fuming with huge queues forming due to faults with the

FIFA Club World Cup champion Chelsea is back on English soil and gets its Premier League season started at home to Crystal Palace on Sunday.

SportsLine's Martin Green reveals his Crystal Palace vs. Chelsea picks for the Premier League match at Stamford Bridge on Sunday

The officials have been confirmed for Chelsea’s Premier League clash against Crystal Palace at Stamford Bridge.