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MET Police Response – Charlton v Chelsea
Following the events after Chelsea’s FA Cup tie at Charlton on 10 January, 2026, the Chelsea Supporters’ Trust (CST), working alongside the Chelsea Supporters Group (CSG), the Chelsea Supporters Club (CSC), and the Chelsea Disabled Supporters Association (CDSA), sought a full explanation from the Metropolitan Police regarding the treatment of Chelsea supporters. After extensive engagement,…
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Ken Bates
The Chelsea Supporters’ Trust is deeply saddened to learn of the passing of former Chelsea owner and chairman, Ken Bates. Ken was one of the most significant figures in Chelsea Football Club’s modern history. Taking charge during one of the club’s most difficult periods, he played a defining role in securing the club’s future at…
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CST Statement on 2026/27 general admission pricing
The Chelsea Supporters’ Trust welcomes Chelsea FC’s decision to freeze all men’s first team general admission season ticket and match-by-match ticket prices for the 2026/27 season. This is a significant and positive decision. Following a challenging season on and off the pitch, freezing general admission prices is a sensible and welcome step that will provide…
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The Big Sleep Out Cheque Presentation
Before the Nottingham Forest game on Monday 4 May 2026 we were able to present a cheque to Stoll Foundation and The Barons Court Project for the money raised in The Big Stamford Bridge Sleepout 2026. Presenting cheques of £9172 to both Michael Angus from Barons Court Project and Joanne and Paul Preston from Stoll…
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CST Statement on Chelsea FC Ticketing Proposals
Chelsea Supporters’ Trust members and matchgoing supporters have overwhelmingly rejected the introduction of balloting for Chelsea FC tickets. The CST has consistently made clear to the club that balloting would not be welcomed by matchgoing supporters, and that the CST would oppose its implementation. That position has been reinforced through CST member feedback, supporter engagement…
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Ticketing policy updates 26/27
Chelsea FC has today announced significant changes to its ticketing policies for the 2026/27 season, including updates relating to ticket applications, ID verification, loyalty points, season ticket utilisation and away ticket transfers. This full announcement can be found here. The Chelsea Supporters’ Trust is gathering supporter feedback following today’s announcement and ahead of ongoing discussions…
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Open letter to Chelsea FC’s ownership, board of directors and senior leadership team
Dear All, Chelsea supporters have been asked to accept an unprecedented level of change in the name of a long-term vision that has never been clearly or consistently explained. Four years on, that vision has still not earned their trust. This is not a reaction to a single result or a run of form. It…
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Big Stamford Bridge Sleep Out 2026
The seventh annual Sleep Out took place on Saturday 28 March, and we were pleased to raise vital funds for two local charities – Stoll Foundation and the Barons Court Project. Thanks to everyone who came and slept out on Saturday night. With donations still coming in, those who slept out have raised over 17k…
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Chelsea’s ticketing system is broken. Fix it before anything else changes.
Chelsea’s ticketing system is failing its supporters, and this season has left many fans frustrated, confused and, at times, completely shut out. Week after week, loyal supporters are logging on, queuing and paying for memberships, yet still coming away empty-handed or dealing with errors and inconsistencies. For many, following Chelsea now feels harder, more stressful…
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Big Stamford Bridge Sleep Out 2026
Chelsea Supporters’ Trust, with the co-operation of Chelsea Football Club , are delighted to announce that we will be holding another sleep out. It will take place on : Saturday, March 28th 2026 Supporters will have the opportunity to sleep out under the East Stand at Stamford Bridge. To register your place please click this link…
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Those Were the Days – Our Women’s team and a decade of FA Cup success
The Chelsea Heritage Partnership is delighted to present its next Those Were the Days heritage event. This time we turn our attention to our formidable women’s team and their amazing record in the Women’s FA Cup. From our first win in the inaugural playing of the final at Wembley in 2015, to being current holders,…
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Police Operation Following Charlton AFC v Chelsea FC
Following Charlton AFC vs Chelsea FC on 10 January 2026, the Chelsea Supporters’ Trust has raised serious concerns about the unannounced holdback, which overshadowed the matchday experience. A letter to the MET Police has been drafted and will be delivered on Thursday 15 January when the CST meet with the MET Police to discuss policing…