The Premier League 2 returns following the winter break with Chelsea Under-21s looking for our first win of 2025, and you can watch it live for free on the official Chelsea website and app.

Our Under-21s are looking to get back to winning ways when we take to the pitch in the Premier League 2 for the first time in nearly a month, following the Academy winter break.

That defeat away at Newcastle United last time out in this competition ended our four-game winning run in the league, although we bounced straight back with a Premier League Cup victory over Bournemouth.

Our return following Christmas ended in a narrow loss to Sporting Lisbon in the Premier League International Cup, but the Blues are hoping to pick up where we left off against the Cherries as domestic action resumes against Reading on Monday evening. Here is how you can watch all the action live...

Where to watch the live stream

You can watch the match live on the official Chelsea website and app. The live stream will be available free of charge for supporters anywhere in the world.

How to watch highlights

Highlights of the match will be available on the official Chelsea website and app on Tuesday 14 January.

When is kick-off?

The game kicks off at Kingsmeadow at 7pm (UK time) on Monday 13 January.

How to watch Academy live streams

You can watch the live stream in our Chelsea Under-21s vs Reading Match Centre by clicking below or via the homepage of the official Chelsea website and app shortly before kick-off. Ensure that you are registered and logged in with a free Chelsea account to view the stream.

How to get tickets

All supporters with a men's or women's season ticket, or a Chelsea Membership, as well as anyone under the age of 20, can claim one free ticket for our Under-21s' match against Reading at Kingsmeadow via their online ticket account, until midday on Sunday 12 January.

All other tickets can be purchased for £4 each online or, from two hours before kick-off, at the Kingsmeadow ticket office.