Here’s everything you need to know about how to watch the FA Cup quarter-final between Chelsea and Port Vale
Chelsea take on Port Vale on Saturday
We’re down to the last eight in the FA Cup, with those left in the hat just one game away from a trip to Wembley.
Chelsea are plotting to reach the final for the first time since 2022, where they were edged out by Liverpool in a penalty shootout.
Standing in the way of the Premier League giants are League One strugglers Port Vale.
Despite being routed to the bottom of the third tier, the Valiants have already claimed a Premier League scalp in this year’s competition, having seen off Sunderland in the previous round.
Here’s everything you need to know.
What time is Chelsea v Port Vale kick off?
Chelsea v Port Vale will take place at Stamford Bridge on Saturday, April 4, 2026. Kick-off is at 5.15pm.
What TV channel is Chelsea v Port Vale on?
The game will be televised live on BBC One as well as TNT Sports 1. Coverage on the BBC starts at 5pm BST, while the TNT coverage begins at 4.30pm.
Watch the FA Cup on TNT Sports
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TNT Sports
TNT Sports broadcasts select FA Cup fixtures and fans can tune in on the TNT Sports Prime Video channel. A monthly subscription also includes select Champions League, Europa League and Premier League games.
What about live streaming?
The game will be streamed live and for free on BBC iPlayer. TNT Sports subscribers can also catch the contest live online via the HBO Max app and website.
Chelsea v Port Vale team news
Chelsea have concerns over captain Reece James, who is continuing to struggle with a hamstring problem.
Trevoh Chalobah is definitely out after suffering an inkle injury against PSG, while Levi Colwill is still working his way back from an ACL.
Benoit Badiashile could be in line for a return after previously suffering an illness, while Filip Jorgesen recently went under the knife for an operation on a groin problem.
Jamie Gittens is back in training, but missed the 3-0 defeat at Everton following a setback in his hamstring rehabilitation.
Meanwhile, Vale are without former Swansea City star George Byers, as well as target man Jayden Stockley.
Ex-AFC Wimbledon defender Ben Heneghan and Ryan Croasdale are also sidelined.