English Premier League member Chelsea will again launch their Asian Tour after two years' absence, said the London club on Thursday.

Chelsea will start the tour from Kuala Lumpur playing on July 29 against a Malaysian all-star team, which to be comprised of the best players from the local Super League.

The two-match Asian tour's second stop will be announced on Friday, according to Chelsea's statement.

Chelsea have not played in Asia since May 2005 when their opponents were the Suwon Blue Wings, the K-League team owned by club sponsor Samsung.

(Xinhua News Agency March 28, 2008)