Mighty Chelsea to kick off 2017/18 Premier League against tough opponents (SEE all the Blues fixtures)

- Chelsea will face Burnley in their first match of the 2017/18 League season

- The Blues will be at home in the duel which will be played on August 12

- Antonio Conte's men will face Tottenham on August 19, 2017 in the second tie

After winning the Premier League title at the just concluded season, Chelsea will begin the defense of their title on August 12, 2017 with an home tie against Burnley.

Antonio Conte's men will want to start their campaign on a brighter note to give their fans a cheerful result at Stamford Bridge.

Chelsea will face bitter rivals Tottenham in their second game of the season on August 19, and Spurs will also want to be impressive at home after losing the title last season to the Blues.

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Chelsea winning squad

September 16, 2017 is the day the champions will be welcoming Arsenal to Stamford Bridge in what will be an explosive duel between these two clubs.

The Blues will be guests to Manchester City who failed to win any title last term on September 30 before going back home to play Europa League champions Manchester United on November 4, 2017.

SEE all Chelsea fixtures below