Hull City will look to cause an upset in the FA Cup when they host eight-time winners Chelsea at the MKM Stadium in the fourth round.
Here’s where to find English live streams of Hull vs Chelsea, like GOAL brings you everything you need to know about how to watch the game today.
How to watch anywhere with a VPN
If you are traveling abroad or simply want to access your usual streaming services from a different part of the world, you may encounter geo-restrictions. This is where a virtual private network (VPN) comes in handy.
A VPN, like ExpressVPNallows you to establish a secure and encrypted online connection. By virtually changing your location to a country where the game is broadcast, you can bypass lockdown restrictions and watch your favorite team live. Click here for a step-by-step guide or alternatively see GOAL’s guide to the best VPNs for streaming sports.
Hull vs Chelsea start time
Hull and Chelsea will kick off on February 13, 2026 at 19:45 GMT and 14:45 EST.
Match preview
Hull City are seeking a change of fortune in the FA Cup after a winless run in their last two Championship games – a defeat to Bristol City and a draw against Watford.
Having beaten Championship side Blackburn Rovers in the previous round, the Tigers are keen to extend their campaign in the world’s oldest cup competition with a win over Chelsea.
Chelsea, meanwhile, have shown signs of inconsistency in their recent form, with an away win against Wolverhampton Wanderers followed by a frustrating home draw against Leeds United in their most recent outing.
The Blues comfortably dispatched Charlton Athletic in the third round and will go into their final match full of confidence against another Championship rival.
Injuries, key statistics
Sergej Jakirović’s Hull City head into the cup clash with several key players sidelined due to injuries, including Mohamed Belloumi, Semi Ajayi, Cody Drameh, Matt Crooks, Darko Gyabi and Eliot Matazo.
Chelsea, on the other hand, will also be without some players sidelined by injuries, including Marc Cucurella, Levi Colwill, Romeo Lavia, Jamie Gittens, Dario Essugo, Filip Jorgensen and others, plus Mykhailo Mudryk is unavailable due to suspension.
Chelsea have won their last eight games against Hull City in all competitions and remain unbeaten in their last 16 meetings (14 wins, two draws) since the Tigers’ only victory in 1988.
Furthermore, Chelsea, managed by Liam Rosenior, have progressed in all eight previous FA Cup ties against Hull City.
This ties for the best 100% progression rate of any team against the same opponent in the history of the competition (along with Leicester City vs. Birmingham City).
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Step-by-step VPN guide to watch Hull vs Chelsea today
NordVPN
- Download and install: Sign up for ExpressVPN or another reputable VPN service (see GOAL guide here) and download the application to your device.
- Connect to a server– Open the app and select the server location where the match is shown (for example, if you are in the UK but want to watch a US broadcast, connect to a US server).
- Clear cache: Sometimes your browser retains your previous location. Clear your cookies or refresh your browser to ensure the change takes effect.
- Start transmission: Go to your broadcaster’s website and app and enjoy the game.
How to watch on the big screen
Watching on your phone or laptop is fine, but live sports belong on the big screen. Here’s how to get the VPN to work on your TV:
- Smart TVs and Fire Stick: Most Android based TVs and devices like the Amazon Fire TV device either Google Chromecast with Google TV have native VPN applications. Simply search for your VPN provider in your TV’s app store, log in, and connect like you would on your phone.
- Apple TV, Roku and consoles: These devices often do not support direct VPN applications. The simplest solution is to use Smart DNS (usually found in your VPN account settings) or Mirror/Cast streaming from your VPN-connected phone or laptop to your TV.
