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Bayern Munich vs Chelsea preview: Prediction, date, kick-off times, venue, how to watch Champions League match on DAZN
The Champions League returns for the 2025-26 season, and you can see all the action live in selected countries on DAZN.
The competition once again begins with the new league phase after it was introduced last season, and matchday one sees some huge games across three nights, including Bayern Munich's opener against English side Chelsea.
Bayern are always a threat to win this entire competition and they start their Champions League campaign among the favourites. The German giants were quarter-finalists in last season's tournament, which will be seen as a underperformance by their lofty standards.
As such, Bayern will look to establish themselves as a force from the outset, and home wins will be part of that strategy.
As for Chelsea, they are back in the Champions League after winning last season's UEFA Conference League and FIFA Club World Cup. The Blues also put together an impressive final few months domestically, which they've continued in the opening stages of the 25-26 Premier League season..
Now, the London side officially begin their search for another trophy.
DAZN News has all the information ahead of Bayern Munich vs Chelsea.
Bayern Munich vs Chelsea kick-off date
Bayern Munich vs Chelsea will take place at 8 pm BST on Wednesday, September 17, in the Champions League
That means that fans watching in the US and Canada can see the game at 3 pm ET and 12 pm PT, while it's a 7 am kick-off on Thursday, September 18, for fans in New Zealand.
- Date: Wednesday, September 17
- Kick-off: 3 pm ET / 12 pm PT / 7 am NZST (Thursday)
Where is Bayern Munich vs Chelsea being played?
Bayern Munich vs Chelsea will take place at the Allianz Arena in Munich, Germany.
The stadium opened in 2005 and holds 70,000 for European matches.
Bayern Munich vs Chelsea - the key men
Harry Kane - Bayern Munich
The England striker shows no signs of slowing down after two prolific seasons in Germany, and he remains one of the most lethal finishers in the sport.
Kane leads the Bundesliga Golden Boot race and already has a hat-trick to his name this season, and he will present a constant threat to the visiting Blues.
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Joao Pedro - Chelsea
One of Chelsea's summer additions, the Brazilian has integrated with his new team seamlessly.
Starting in the FIFA Club World Cup, the 23-year-old showed an instant chemistry with the rest of the Chelsea side, and recent injuries to key teammates put more pressure on the forward to produce.
Bayern Munich vs Chelsea prediction
Earning a result in Munich is a tall task for any team, and Chelsea will be challenged during every minute of play. However, the Blues have shown a resilency that is uncommon, and they may be able to escape the Allianz Arena with a draw.
Prediction: Bayern Munich 2-2 Chelsea
Full Champions League fixture list for Matchday 1
Tuesday 16 September
- Athletic Bilbao vs Arsenal
- PSV vs Union Saint-Gilloise
- Benfica vs Qarabag FK
- Juventus vs Borussia Dortmund
- Real Madrid vs Marseille
- Tottenham vs Villarreal
Wednesday 17 September
- Olympiacos vs AE Pafos
- Slavia Prague vs Bodo/Glimt
- Ajax vs Inter
- Bayern Munich vs Chelsea
- Liverpool vs Atletico Madrid
- PSG vs Atalanta
Thursday, 18 September
- Club Brugge vs Monaco
- Copenhagen vs Bayer Leverkusen
- Frankfurt vs Galatasaray
- Manchester City vs Napoli
- Newcastle vs Barcelona
- Sporting vs Kairat Almaty
How to watch the Champions League in the USA on DAZN
Soccer fans in the US can watch selected Champions League as part of their DAZN subscription package, in Spanish language.
For each match week, DAZN will have exclusive coverage of the top three pick games, including the likes of Real Madrid, Manchester City, Liverpool, and PSG, in Spanish. Click here to see which games are available on DAZN.
Sign up between September 11-September 19, 2025, to get an Annual Subscription for $179.99 (down from $224.99) as a one-off up-front cost; or $15.99 per month for 12 months, (reduced from $19.99 per month)*.
A DAZN subscription also provides access to 185 fight nights a year across boxing, MMA, PFL, BKFC, Glory and much more.
CBS has coverage of every Champions League match in English language this season. You can get more details and subscribe to CBS's Champions League coverage here.
*New customers only
How to watch the Champions League in New Zealand on DAZN
Every Champions League game during the 2025-26 season is streamed in high-definition and comes as part of a DAZN subscription.
New customers can get a special 20% discount for a subscription. Sign up between September 11-September 19, 2025, to get an Annual Subscription for $119.99 (down from $149.99) as a one-off up-front cost; or $11.99 per month for 12 months, (reduced from $14.99)*.
A DAZN subscription also provides access to 185 fight nights a year across boxing, MMA, PFL, BKFC, Glory and much more.
How to watch the Champions League in Canada on DAZN
Watch every game of the Champions League this season in Canada with a DAZN subscription.
There are three subscription options, offering differing selections of sports in each. Access to every Champions League match is included in all three package offerings, ranging from $29.99 to $44.99 per month (for 12 months)
