Chelsea begin title defence at Swansea

Champions Chelsea will start the defence of their Barclays Premier League title against Swansea.

Jose Mourinho’s men finished eight points clear at the top last season and open at Stamford Bridge against Garry Monk’s side on August 8.

Manchester United’s home game with Tottenham is the stand-out clash of the opening weekend, though, after the 2015/16 fixtures were released on Wednesday.