Tuesday, December 31, 2019

Football gossip: Aubameyang, Chilwell, Calvert-Lewin, Ronaldo, Dembele, Xhaka

Inter join race for Aubameyang, Chelsea and Manchester City want Chilwell, Ronaldo set for new Juventus deal, plus more.

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Sunday, December 29, 2019

Arsenal 1-2 Chelsea: Plenty of promise despite defeat for Mikel Arteta - Martin Keown

Mikel Arteta's first home game as Arsenal boss ended in another disappointing defeat but former Gunners defender Martin Keown saw some signs of improvement at the Emirates.

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Arsenal 1-2 Chelsea: Frank Lampard admits Blues had 'awful' 30 minutes

Chelsea boss Frank Lampard is pleased with his side's "dominant" second-half after a stunning late comeback snatched victory from Arsenal at Emirates Stadium.

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Arsenal 1-2 Chelsea: Mikel Arteta admits Gunners need to improve 'many things'

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta admits his side are physically "not at the same level" as opponents Chelsea, after the Blues staged a late comeback to snatch victory from the Gunners.

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Premier League: Arsenal v Chelsea - rate the players

Give your verdict on the players' performances in the London derby between Arsenal and Chelsea.

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Arsenal v Chelsea

Preview followed by live coverage of Sunday's Premier League game between Arsenal and Chelsea.

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Saturday, December 28, 2019

Shirts quiz: Man Utd, Man City, Liverpool, Spurs, Arsenal and Chelsea through the decade

It's the end of the decade - how well do you remember the football shirts of the past 10 years?

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Burnley 0-2 Manchester United: Red Devils up to fifth with victory

Manchester United move a point behind fourth-placed Chelsea in the Premier League table thanks to victory against Burnley at Turf Moor.

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Arsenal v Chelsea: Pick your combined XI for London derby

London rivals Arsenal and Chelsea go head to head on Sunday - who would you pick in a combined XI?

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Thursday, December 26, 2019

Football gossip: Xhaka, Rabiot, Draxler, Gueye, Volland, Sane, Hazard

Arsenal's Xhaka agrees to Hertha move, Chelsea interested in PSG's Draxler and Gueye, Sane to stay at Man City until summer, plus more.

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Chelsea 0-2 Southampton: Frank Lampard says his side are 'not creating enough chances at home'

Frank Lampard admits his Chelsea side struggled to create chances for the third home game in a row, losing 2-0 to Southampton in the Premier League.

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Chelsea 0-2 Southampton: Ralph Hasenhuttl says Saints performance was 'massive'

Ralph Hasenhuttl says it was a "massive performance" from every Southampton player as his side beat Chelsea 2-0 at Stamford Bridge.

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Chelsea 0-2 Southampton: Saints claim vital win at Stamford Bridge

Chelsea lose consecutive home league games for the first time since 2011 as Southampton deservedly win at Stamford Bridge.

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Tuesday, December 24, 2019

Football gossip: Werner, Pogba, Neymar, Haaland, Alonso, Cavani

Chelsea prepare striker move, Pogba to return to Serie A, Everton chase Colombian forward, plus more.

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Frank Lampard: Chelsea boss defends Antonio Rudiger over Son Heung-min red card

Chelsea boss Frank Lampard defends Antonio Rudiger after he was criticised for his part in Tottenham forward Son Heung-min's red card.

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Monday, December 23, 2019

Antonio Rudiger: Tottenham say investigation into alleged racist abuse 'inconclusive'

Tottenham's investigation into the alleged racist abuse of Chelsea's Antonio Rudiger has so far offered "inconclusive" findings.

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Tottenham appeal against Son Heung-min's red card in defeat by Chelsea

Tottenham launch an appeal against the red card shown to Son Heung-min in the loss to Chelsea on Sunday.

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Antonio Rudiger heard monkey noises - Cesar Azpilicueta

Chelsea captain Cesar Azpilicueta says his fellow defender Antonio Rudiger heard monkey noises from the crowd during their 2-0 win over Spurs at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

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Sunday, December 22, 2019

Tottenham 0-2 Chelsea: Players should walk off in response to racism', says Gary Neville

Former England defender Gary Neville has called for players to be "empowered" to walk off the pitch in response to racism.

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Frank Lampard becomes the master over Jose Mourinho as Chelsea beat Tottenham

Frank Lampard shows his tactical prowess as Chelsea beat Tottenham and his old manager Jose Mourinho 2-0 at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

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Tottenham 0-2 Chelsea: Son only deserved a yellow card - Jose Mourinho

Tottenham boss Jose Mourinho feels VAR got it right after a penalty was awarded to Chelsea but he does not agree with the red card for Son Heung-Min during Spurs' 2-0 home defeat.

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Tottenham 0-2 Chelsea: Blues must find consistency after Spurs win - Frank Lampard

Chelsea boss Frank Lampard says he wants his young side to find some consistency after beating London rivals Spurs 2-0 at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

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Tottenham Hotspur 0-2 Chelsea: Antonio Rudiger suffers alleged racist abuse

Chelsea forward Willian scores twice in a bad-tempered Premier League win over Tottenham as Antonio Rudiger allegedly suffered racist abuse.

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Tottenham v Chelsea: Racist behaviour appears to mar Premier League game

Tottenham's Premier League game against Chelsea appeared to be marred by racist behaviour from the crowd.

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Saturday, December 21, 2019

Tottenham v Chelsea quiz: Name the teams from Spurs' 5-3 win in 2015

With Tottenham set to face Chelsea in the Premier League, can you name the players to feature when Jose Mourinho's side lost 5-3 in this fixture in 2015?

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Football gossip: Sancho, Gerson, Diop, Mertens, Arteta

Chelsea lead £120m Sancho race, Spurs hold Gerson talks, Arteta wanted Man City assurances, plus more.

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Friday, December 20, 2019

Chelsea: Frank Lampard on learning under Mourinho, the family balancing act and trusting the kids

Learning from Jose Mourinho, trusting the kids and the balancing act of being a manager, husband and dad - Chelsea boss Frank Lampard talks to Gary Lineker

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Thursday, December 19, 2019

Chelsea: Taking on Jose Mourinho will be special - Frank Lampard

Frank Lampard says it will be "special" to take on Jose Mourinho this weekend as Chelsea look for an away win against Tottenham.

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Karen Carney column: Spurs need trophies & Jose Mourinho wins them

Jose Mourinho's influence at Tottenham and why Chelsea need to spend in the January transfer window - Karen Carney's latest column.

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Football gossip: Ozil, Pogba, Ancelotti, Ibrahimovic, Borini, Haaland

Mesut Ozil set for loan from Arsenal, Chelsea want Real Madrid man, Spurs set record price for stadium naming rights, plus more.

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Monday, December 16, 2019

Bigotry in football: How do you stop discriminatory chanting?

Police are investigating reports of West Ham fans singing discriminatory chants during their game with Chelsea, but can that type of song be stopped?

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Champions League: Liverpool, Man City, Chelsea and Tottenham await last-16 draw

Liverpool, Manchester City, Chelsea and Tottenham will find out who they face in the Champions League last 16 when the draw takes place at 11:00 GMT on Monday.

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Sunday, December 15, 2019

Football gossip: Nuno, Pellegrini, White, Maja, Coutinho, Brewster

Arsenal candidates worried by lack of backing, no Gunners approach for Wolves' Nuno Espirito Santo, Chelsea keen on ex-Sunderland striker, plus more.

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WSL highlights: Liverpool 1-1 Chelsea

Chelsea maintain their unbeaten Women's Super League record but slip to third after drawing 1-1 at Liverpool.

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WSL: Man City 5-0 Brighton - highlights

Manchester City respond to their defeat at the hands of Women's Super League title rivals Chelsea by thrashing Brighton & Hove Albion 5-0.

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Saturday, December 14, 2019

Chelsea 0-1 Bournemouth: Frank Lampard says Blues weren't good enough to break Cherries down

Chelsea boss Frank Lampard says his team failed to move the ball quickly enough and were too "safe" as they lost 1-0 at Stamford Bridge to an injury-hit Bournemouth side.

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Chelsea 0-1 Bournemouth: Eddie Howe hopes win proves to be 'turning point' in season

Bournemouth boss Eddie Howe hopes his side's 1-0 win over Chelsea at Stamford Bridge will prove to be a "big turning point" in the Cherries' season.

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Chelsea 0-1 Bournemouth: Dan Gosling's late goal gifts Cherries win

Dan Gosling's late goal gives Bournemouth their first win since the first week of November in a scrappy encounter at Chelsea.

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Friday, December 13, 2019

Chelsea sign Jamie-Lee Napier as Scotland Under-19 midfielder leaves Hibernian

Scottish Women's Premier League player of the year Jamie-Lee Napier signs for Chelsea until 2021 after leaving Hibernian.

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Thursday, December 12, 2019

Fikayo Tomori: Chelsea defender signs new five-year deal

Chelsea defender Fikayo Tomori signs a new five-year contract with the Premier League club.

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Carlo Ancelotti: Where next for ex-Chelsea, Real Madrid & AC Milan manager?

Carlo Ancelotti was sacked as Napoli manager despite guiding them into the Champions League knockout stage, so where next for the Italian?

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Premier League predictions: Lawro v comedian, author and Chelsea fan David Baddiel

Mark Lawrenson takes on comedian, author and Chelsea fan David Baddiel to make predictions for the latest round of Premier League fixtures.

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Champions League: Liverpool, Man City, Chelsea and Tottenham await last-16 draw

Liverpool, Manchester City, Chelsea and Tottenham will find out who they face in the Champions League last 16 when the draw takes place at 11:00 GMT on Monday.

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Wednesday, December 11, 2019

Football gossip: Ibrahimovic, Arteta, Willian, Giroud, Pogba, Havertz, Ferguson, Saul

Everton talk to Zlatan Ibrahimovic's agent, Mikel Arteta seeks assurances, Chelsea want Crystal Palace winger, Manuel Pellegrini has one game to save West Ham job, plus more.

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Tuesday, December 10, 2019

Chelsea will look to replace Eden Hazard goals - Frank Lampard

Chelsea will try to replace the goalscoring and creativity of Eden Hazard in the January transfer window, says boss Frank Lampard.

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Monday, December 9, 2019

Chelsea v Lille: Frank Lampard says his young side can 'make a mark'

Chelsea could welcome back centre-back Antonio Rudiger for their "knockout" Champions League group game with Lille.

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Champions League permutations: What Liverpool and Chelsea need to join Tottenham and Man City

Eight teams, including two from the Premier League, have qualified for the Champions League last 16. What do the other sides need to join them?

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Sunday, December 8, 2019

Football gossip: Pedro, Smalling, Haaland, Arteta, Vieira, Ibrahimovic

Aston Villa keen on Chelsea's Pedro, Arsenal lead way on Smalling signing, Arteta and Vieira now favourites for Gunners job, plus more.

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Everton investigating reports of alleged homophobic chanting in Chelsea game

Everton are investigating claims of homophobic chanting during Saturday's Premier League game against Chelsea.

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WSL highlights: Chelsea 2-1 Man City

Watch highlights as Chelsea Women score twice in three second-half minutes to come from behind and beat fellow Women's Super League title contenders Manchester City.

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Women's Super League: Chelsea fight back to beat Manchester City

Chelsea score twice in three minutes to come from behind and beat fellow Women's Super League title contenders Manchester City.

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Saturday, December 7, 2019

Everton 3-1 Chelsea: Duncan Ferguson 'loved' debut as interim manager

Duncan Ferguson says he's "here for Everton for as long as they need me" after their 3-1 win over Chelsea in his first match as interim manager.

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Everton 3-1 Chelsea: Frank Lampard unhappy with 'not good enough' Chelsea

Chelsea boss Frank Lampard says his side tried to "walk it in" during their 3-1 loss to Everton at Goodison Park.

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Everton 3-1 Chelsea: Toffees win first game under caretaker boss Duncan Ferguson

A much-improved Everton hustle their way to victory over Chelsea in caretaker manager Duncan Ferguson's first match in charge.

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Friday, December 6, 2019

Saturday's gossip column: Paul Pogba, Donny van de Beek, Ousmane Dembele, Edinson Cavani

Real Madrid renew Paul Pogba pursuit, Tottenham covet Donny van de Beek, Manchester City and Chelsea open Ousmane Dembele talks, plus more

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Chelsea accuse Fifa of double standards over transfer ban

Chelsea say Fifa treated them more harshly than Premier League rivals Manchester City after their transfer ban is reduced on appeal.

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Chelsea transfer ban reduced after appeal to Court of Arbitration for Sport

Chelsea can sign players in January after having their transfer ban by Fifa reduced following an appeal.

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Wednesday, December 4, 2019

Thursday's gossip column: Sancho, Southgate, Pogba, Sterling, Simeone and more

Manchester United to consider Southgate, Chelsea prepare record Sancho bid, Real Madrid resume Pogba pursuit, plus more.

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Chelsea 2-1 Aston Villa: Tammy Abraham scores on return from injury

Tammy Abraham scores the opener and sets up the second on his return from injury as Chelsea return to winning ways against Aston Villa.

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Tuesday, December 3, 2019

Wednesday's gossip column: Eriksen, Pochettino, Fernandes, Solskjaer, Martinez

Danish star set for Premier League departure, Man City and Barcelona chase Inter Milan forward, Chelsea forward's showdown talks, plus more.

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Leasing.com Trophy: Man City U21 through but Chelsea youngsters out

Manchester City Under-21s beat League One Shrewsbury on penalties to reach the last 16 of the Leasing.com Trophy.

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Chelsea transfer ban: Manager Frank Lampard says he expects to be told "very soon" if the club's ban has been lifted

Chelsea manager Frank Lampard expects to be told "very soon" if the club's transfer ban has been lifted.

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Monday, December 2, 2019

Tuesday's gossip column: Zlatan, Giroud, Eriksen, Arteta, Ljungberg, Silva, Pochettino, Zaha, Koulibaly

Zlatan set to snub Premier League, Chelsea forward offered to Italian giants, Roma to make improved bid for England defender, plus more.

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Kick It Out asks FA to investigate alleged homophobic chanting by West Ham fans

Kick It Out calls on the Football Association to investigate alleged homophobic chanting by West Ham fans at Chelsea on Saturday.

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Saturday, November 30, 2019

Chelsea 0-1 West Ham: Manuel Pellegrini says dropped Roberto had plenty of chances

West Ham manager Manuel Pellegrini says he gave dropped goalkeeper Roberto plenty of chances as replacement David Martin kept a clean-sheet against Chelsea.

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Chelsea 0-1 West Ham: Frank Lampard says loss is a 'reality check'

Chelsea manager Frank Lampard says the 1-0 loss to West Ham is a "reality check" to the difficulties of winning in the Premier League when not playing at your best.

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Friday, November 29, 2019

Chelsea v West Ham United

Preview followed by live coverage of Saturday's Premier League game between Chelsea and West Ham United.

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Wednesday, November 27, 2019

Tammy Abraham: Chelsea forward carried away on stretcher in Valencia

Chelsea forward Tammy Abraham is carried away on a stretcher after going off injured in the club's Champions League Group H game at Valencia.

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Tuesday, November 26, 2019

Ross Barkley: Chelsea manager Frank Lampard says midfielder 'showed lack of professionalism'

Chelsea manager Frank Lampard says midfielder Ross Barkley showed "a lack of professionalism" after he was pictured shirtless in a nightclub.

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Champions League: Frank Lampard says Chelsea 'must not lose' to Valencia

Chelsea boss Frank Lampard says his side's Champions League game with Valencia at the Mestalla is a "must not lose" game rather than a "must win".

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Sunday, November 24, 2019

WSL: Leaders Chelsea, Manchester City, Arsenal, Manchester United & Everton all win

Leaders Chelsea thrash Birmingham 6-0 to stay a point clear as the top five in the Women's Super League all win on Sunday.

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Women's Super League: Birmingham City 0-6 Chelsea

Chelsea remain top of the Women's Super League with a thumping 6-0 win away to Birmingham City.

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WSL highlights: Birmingham City 0-6 Chelsea

Watch highlights as Bethany England and Drew Spence score two goals each in Chelsea's crushing victory at Birmingham City in the Women's Super League.

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Saturday, November 23, 2019

Sergio Aguero: Pep Guardiola expects 'bad' injury for Man City striker

Manchester City lose striker Sergio Aguero to an injury in their 2-1 win over Chelsea, with manager Pep Guardiola worried it is a bad one.

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Manchester City 2-1 Chelsea: Small details cost Chelsea the win - Frank Lampard

Chelsea manager Frank Lampard says the "small details" cost his team in their 2-1 defeat to Manchester City.

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Manchester City 2-1 Chelsea: Fernandinho proving doubters wrong - Pep Guardiola

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola praises midfielder Fernandinho after his outstanding performance at centre-back against Chelsea.

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Manchester City 2-1 Chelsea: Champions come from behind to go third

Manchester City get back to winning ways by coming from behind to beat in-form Chelsea 2-1 in the Premier League.

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Friday, November 22, 2019

Frank Lampard: Chelsea boss says players happy with hefty fine system

Chelsea boss Frank Lampard insists he is not "Mr Tough Guy" despite imposing a strict disciplinary code where players faced a £20,000 penalty if they miss training.

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WWE star Seth Rollins plays Premier League predictions

WWE star Seth Rollins predicts a winning start for Jose Mourinho at Tottenham, plus a huge win for his beloved Manchester City against Chelsea.

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Petr Cech: Football Focus plays ice hockey with the ex-Chelsea & Arsenal goalkeeper

Football Focus sends Sam Quek to Guildford to play ice hockey with former Chelsea and Arsenal goalkeeper Petr Cech, who talks about his love of minding the net in both sports.

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Thursday, November 21, 2019

Manchester City v Chelsea: Who makes your combined XI?

Premier League champions Manchester City host Chelsea on Saturday, but who makes your combined XI?

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Wednesday, November 20, 2019

Women's Continental League Cup: Chelsea first through to knockout stage

Chelsea are the first team through to the Women's Continental League Cup quarter-finals after beating Tottenham 5-1.

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Tuesday, November 19, 2019

Jose Mourinho in contention to replace Mauricio Pochettino as Spurs boss

Former Manchester United and Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho is a strong contender to replace Mauricio Pochettino as Tottenham manager.

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Monday, November 18, 2019

Football gossip: Benitez, Pochettino, Willian, Neymar, Enrique, Pogba, Guardiola, Fernandes, Berge

West Ham may turn to Rafael Benitez if Manuel Pellegrini leaves, Chelsea midfielder Willian set to snub new deal, plus more.

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Sunday, November 17, 2019

WSL highlights: Chelsea Women 1-0 Manchester United Women

Watch highlights as a Maren Mjelde penalty helps Chelsea beat Manchester United in a closely contested game at Kingsmeadow.

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Women's Super League: Chelsea 1-0 Manchester United

Maren Mjelde's penalty puts Chelsea back top of the Women's Super League as they beat Man Utd in front of a record WSL crowd.

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Thursday, November 14, 2019

France 2-1 Moldova: Olivier Giroud winner sends top

Chelsea striker Olivier Giroud scores the winner as world champions France come from a goal down to beat Moldova in their Euro 2020 qualifier.

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Wednesday, November 13, 2019

Callum Hudson-Odoi: One chat with Frank Lampard convinced Chelsea winger to stay

Callum Hudson-Odoi says he only needed one chat with Frank Lampard to be convinced to stay at Chelsea.

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Sam Kerr: Australia international joins WSL leaders Chelsea

Australia international Sam Kerr, widely regarded as one of the best strikers in the world, signs for Women's Super League leaders Chelsea.

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Tuesday, November 12, 2019

Tammy Abraham: Is Harry Kane's England place under threat from Chelsea striker?

Captain Harry Kane remains England's first-choice striker, but what do the stats tell us about who Southgate should be selecting to lead the line?

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Saturday, November 9, 2019

Sunday's gossip column: Emery, Depay, Enrique, Giroud, Mbappé, Pogba, Milinkovic-Savic

Arsenal hold Luis Enrique talks, Tottenham to make £50m offer for Memphis Depay, Chelsea keen on Sergej Milinkovic-Savic, plus more.

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Premier League: What happened in the English top flight on Saturday?

Tottenham drop more points in the Premier League on Saturday but Chelsea's impressive run continues with a sixth win in a row.

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Roy Hodgson 'proud' of Crystal Palace's performance after Chelsea loss

Crystal Palace manager Roy Hodgson says he is "proud" of his side's performance despite 2-0 defeat to Chelsea.

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Chelsea 2-0 Crystal Palace: Frank Lampard says Chelsea 'deserved' win after a strong second half

Head coach Frank Lampard says Chelsea "deserved" the 2-0 win against Crystal Palace after picking it up in the second half.

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Chelsea 2-0 Crystal Palace: Frank Lampard's side move up to second with sixth straight win

Chelsea record a sixth consecutive Premier League win for the first time since their most recent title-winning season in 2017, as they move up to second in the table.

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Friday, November 8, 2019

Frank Lampard: Chelsea boss says his superstitions impact on results

Chelsea boss Frank Lampard says he fears failing to follow pre-match rituals such as walking the dog at a certain time can have a negative impact on the team's results.

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Wednesday, November 6, 2019

Thursday's gossip column: Wenger, Havertz, Haaland, Giroud, Pedro

Bayern want Arsene Wenger until end of season, Manchester United target Kai Havertz open to move, Pedro set to leave Chelsea, plus more.

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Frank Lampard loved spirit in Chelsea comeback against Ajax

Frank Lampard says Chelsea were "sloppy" but he loved the spirit they showed in their comeback from 4-1 down to draw 4-4 against Ajax in the Champions League.

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Tuesday, November 5, 2019

Chelsea 4-4 Ajax: 'Madness! I don't think I've seen a game like it' says Frank Lampard

Eight goals, two red cards, two penalties, two own goals, another VAR intervention and a point each - the Champions League delivers again.

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Mason Mount: Chelsea midfielder is injured against Ajax and could miss England games

Chelsea midfielder Mason Mount limps off in his side's 4-4 Champions League draw with Ajax and could miss two England games.

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Monday, November 4, 2019

Frank Lampard: Has Chelsea boss restored ‘soul’ of club?

Chelsea might be one of the most successful teams of the Premier League era, but has Frank Lampard restarted its heartbeat?

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Tuesday's gossip column: Bale, Sterling, Zaha, Werner, Rice, Wenger, Mourinho, Smalling

Real Madrid want England forward and ready to offload Gareth Bale, Chelsea eye strike duo, Jose Mourinho tipped for Bayern role, plus more.

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Pat Nevin analysis: How Chelsea midfielder Mason Mount is making a big Premier League impression

BBC football analyst Pat Nevin looks at the impressive start to the season made by Chelsea's Mason Mount, and his big similarities to another Premier League midfielder.

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N'Golo Kante in Chelsea squad to face Ajax in Champions League

Chelsea midfielder N'Golo Kante is back in the squad for Tuesday's Champions League Group H game with Ajax.

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Saturday, November 2, 2019

Frank Lampard: Chelsea manager claims 'we're in really dangerous place' with VAR

Chelsea manager Frank Lampard warns that the current use of VAR could be "dangerous" for the Premier League.

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Every game a final for Watford - Flores

Watford manager Quique Sanchez Flores says his side need to treat every game as a "final", following the Hornets' 2-1 defeat by Chelsea at Vicarage Road.

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Watford 1-2 Chelsea: We're in a 'difficult' place with VAR - Frank Lampard

Chelsea manager Frank Lampard is "surprised" with the VAR decision to award Watford a penalty against his side, following the Blues' 2-1 win at Watford.

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Watford 1-2 Chelsea: Tammy Abraham & Christian Pulisic goals send Blues third

Tammy Abraham and Christian Pulisic score as Chelsea beat bottom club Watford to move into third in the Premier League.

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Friday, November 1, 2019

Football Focus: Callum Hudson-Odoi hits back at team-mate Fikayo Tomori's Fifa pace stats

Chelsea's Callum Hudson-Odoi rejects the claim made by team-mates Mason Mount and Fikayo Tomori on MOTDx that his pace stats on Fifa 20 are overrated.

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Chelsea transfer ban: Fifa punishment 'after 150 rule breaches involving 69 academy players'

Chelsea were given a transfer ban after 150 rule breaches involving 69 academy players over several seasons, says a judgement published by Fifa.

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Thursday, October 31, 2019

MOTDx: Chelsea's Mason Mount & Fikayo Tomori explain academy pressure

Mason Mount and Fikayo Tomori tell MOTDx's Craig Mitch what it was like coming through the Chelsea academy under scrutiny from senior players like John Terry.

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Wednesday, October 30, 2019

Chelsea v Man Utd quiz: Name teams from EFL Cup tie in 2012

Chelsea and Manchester Utd meet in the EFL Cup fourth round on Wednesday - but can you name the starting XIs from their last tie in 2012?

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Carabao Cup: Young players to look out for

BBC Sport speaks to fans from Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool and Man Utd about one of their young players who could star this week.

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Tuesday, October 29, 2019

Frank Lampard: Chelsea manager always planned to play young players this season

Frank Lampard says he would have given his young players a chance this season - even if he didn't have a transfer ban to contend with.

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Maria Thorisdottir: Chelsea defender has surgery on fractured leg

Chelsea defender Maria Thorisdottir undergoes surgery on a fractured leg and is ruled out for at least the rest of 2019.

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Sunday, October 27, 2019

WSL: Headers, volleys & rockets - Watch four great goals

Watch four great goals from Sunday's Women's Super League fixtures, including Ji So-Yun's brilliant long-range strike to help Chelsea move top of the table.

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Women's Super League: Chelsea go top as Arsenal beat Manchester City

Chelsea go top of the Women's Super League after Arsenal beat Manchester City, with the title race seemingly wide open.

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WSL Highlights: Chelsea beat West Ham to go top of WSL

Ji So-Yun scores a brilliant long-range goal as Chelsea came from behind to beat West Ham United 3-1 and go top of the Women's Super League table.

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Saturday, October 26, 2019

Hazard comparisons & USA's darling - how 'Captain America' Pulisic announced his arrival

He's known as 'Captain America' - but does Chelsea's hat-trick hero Christian Pulisic deserve a promotion after his performance against Burnley?

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Burnley 2-4 Chelsea: 'It was beautiful to watch' - Frank Lampard on thrilling win

Frank Lampard praises Chelsea's midfield combinations and movement as his side beat Burnley 4-2 for a seventh consecutive win in all competitions.

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Burnley 2-4 Chelsea: The Blues were too strong for us - Sean Dyche

Sean Dyche says Chelsea's "second goal was the killer" as Christian Pulisic scored a hat-trick in the Blues' 4-2 win over Burnley.

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Burnley 2-4 Chelsea: Christian Pulisic scores first Blues hat-trick in win at Turf Moor

Christian Pulisic hits his first Chelsea hat-trick in Burnley win, despite the hosts staging a late comeback.

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West Ham Women trio try jellied eels and preview Chelsea clash

West Ham United stars Gilly Flaherty, Alisha Lehmann & Julia Simic go to an East London diner to try local cuisine ahead of their clash against Chelsea.

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Wednesday, October 23, 2019

Chelsea performance in Ajax win is blueprint for Blues 'babies', says Frank Lampard

Frank Lampard felt his Chelsea "babies" came of age as the Blues claimed a memorable 1-0 win at Ajax in the Champions League.

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Michy Batshuayi: The 'Batsman' goes from villain to hero in Chelsea win

Michy 'Batsman' Batshuayi goes from villain to hero in the space of 15 minutes in Chelsea's Champions League win at Ajax.

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Ajax 0-1 Chelsea: Michy Batshuayi's late goal secures superb win for Blues

Michy Batshuayi climbs off the bench to score a late winner at Ajax as Chelsea stun last year's Champions League semi-finalists at the Johan Cruyff Arena.

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Ajax v Chelsea: Who has replaced Matthijs de Ligt and Frenkie de Jong?

Matthijs de Ligt and Frenkie de Jong left in the summer but Ajax's new-look side appears strong as they prepare to play Chelsea in the Champions League.

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Tuesday, October 22, 2019

Quiz: Can you name Chelsea's Dutch stars in the Premier League?

Chelsea face Ajax in the Champions League on Wednesday - but can you name the Dutch stars to have played for them in the Premier League?

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Three Chelsea fans face lifetime bans for racially abusing a fellow supporter

Three Chelsea fans could face lifetime bans for racially abusing a fellow supporter at a Europa League game in April.

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Monday, October 21, 2019

Karen Carney column: Why Willian's experience is key for Chelsea

Why I think Willian's experience is key for Chelsea and how Mason Mount has impressed me - Karen Carney's latest column.

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Sunday, October 20, 2019

Football gossip: Sancho, Haaland, Werner, Meunier, Koeman

Real Madrid monitoring Sancho and Haaland, Manchester United interested in Werner, Chelsea look at Malinovskyi, plus more.

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Saturday, October 19, 2019

Chelsea 1-0 Newcastle United: Marcos

Marcos Alonso's second-half strike breaks Newcastle's resistance as Chelsea move up to third in the Premier League.

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Friday, October 18, 2019

Chelsea: Frank Lampard says he 'did not speak about racism enough'

Chelsea boss Frank Lampard says he did not speak up enough about racism when he was an England player.

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Thursday, October 17, 2019

MOTDx: Frank Lampard breaks down football handshakes

Chelsea manager Frank Lampard sits down with Craig Mitch for MOTDx and explains the difference between football players' and football managers' handshakes.

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Wednesday, October 16, 2019

Premier League: Are Arsenal, Chelsea, Spurs & Man Utd more vulnerable than ever?

With some of the big clubs struggling this season, BBC Sport statistician Chris Collinson takes a look at the reasons why.

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Sunday, October 13, 2019

Women's Super League: Chelsea end Arsenal run; Fara Williams gets three assists

Sunday's Women's Super League action sees Chelsea end Arsenal's winning start, while Fara Williams gets three assists for Reading.

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Chelsea Women 2-1 Arsenal Women

Maria Thorisdottir's late strike earns a thrilling comeback victory for Chelsea and ends Arsenal's perfect WSL start.

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WSL highlights: Chelsea 2-1 Arsenal

Watch highlights as Chelsea come from behind to win 2-1 at home to Arsenal in the Women's Super League.

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Saturday, October 12, 2019

Fikayo Tomori: How Canada helped set 'mystery' defender on path to stardom

Chelsea defender Fikayo Tomori could make his England debut on Monday night. BBC Sport take a look at how his international future was almost very different.

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Italy 2-0 Greece: Chelsea's Jorginho scores as Italy secure Euro 2020 spot

Chelsea's Jorginho scores as Italy book their place at next year's Euro 2020 finals by beating Greece 2-0 in Rome.

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Claudio Ranieri: Sampdoria appoint former Chelsea & Leicester manager

Serie A's bottom side Sampdoria name former Chelsea and Leicester City boss Claudio Ranieri as their manager.

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Friday, October 11, 2019

Iceland 0-1 France: N'Golo Kante injured in warm-up

Chelsea midfielder N'Golo Kante suffers an injury in the warm-up before France edge a Euro 2020 qualifying victory over Iceland.

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Wednesday, October 9, 2019

Petr Cech: Ex-Chelsea and Arsenal goalkeeper joins ice hockey team Guildford Phoenix

Ex-Chelsea and Arsenal goalkeeper Petr Cech swaps grass for ice by signing for ice hockey team Guildford Phoenix.

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Tuesday, October 8, 2019

Fikayo Tomori 'commits' to England after 'surprise' call-up

Chelsea defender Fikayo Tomori says he is "committed" to England after considering which country to represent.

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Monday, October 7, 2019

Callum Hudson-Odoi: Chelsea forward says he 'made right decision' to stay with club

Callum Hudson-Odoi says he made the right decision by remaining with Chelsea, having requested a transfer in January.

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Sunday, October 6, 2019

David Luiz: Can you name players to score for Arsenal & Chelsea in Premier League?

As David Luiz becomes the eighth player to score for Arsenal and Chelsea in the Premier League, can you name the others?

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Southampton 1-4 Chelsea: Frank Lampard says his in-form team can get even better

Chelsea manager Frank Lampard says his in-form team can get even better after they swept aside Southampton at St Mary's to climb to fifth in the Premier League.

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Southampton 1-4 Chelsea: Blues climb to fifth after comfortable win

Tammy Abraham scores his eighth league goal of the season as in-form Chelsea sweep aside Southampton at St Mary's to climb to fifth in the Premier League.

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Friday, October 4, 2019

Football gossip: Griezmann, Neymar, Mandzukic, Willian, Odegaard,

Barcelona to include Griezmann in Neymar bid, Man Utd eye Mexico starlet, Chelsea offer duo new deals, Man City deny midfielder interest, plus more.

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Thursday, October 3, 2019

Tammy Abraham: Frank Lampard backs Abraham for England call-up

Chelsea head coach Frank Lampard has backed Tammy Abraham to play for England, if the striker decides to play for the Three Lions.

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Wednesday, October 2, 2019

Tammy Abraham: Chelsea striker 'undecided' on England future

Chelsea striker Tammy Abraham says he has not decided on his international future after helping the Blues to their first Champions League win of the season.

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Tuesday, October 1, 2019

Football gossip: Willian, Dembele, Longstaff, Allegri, Rodriguez

Barcelona want Willian from Chelsea, Inter Milan target Burnley's Rodriguez, Allegri eyes Manchester United job, plus more.

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Lille v Chelsea preview: Ross Barkley 'naive' after night out - Frank Lampard

Ross Barkley was "naive to be out before a Champions League game" after being pictured in a row with a taxi driver, says Chelsea boss Frank Lampard.

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Sunday, September 29, 2019

WSL highlights: Guro Reiten's double helps Chelsea Women beat Bristol City Women

Watch highlights as Chelsea Women comfortably beat Bristol City Women 4-0, thanks to a brace from Guro Reiten.

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Saturday, September 28, 2019

Lauren and Reece James score goals in same week

Lauren James, of Manchester United, and her brother Reece, who plays for Chelsea, took sibling rivalry to a new level this week.

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Chelsea 2-0 Brighton: Chelsea were worthy winners - Potter

Brighton & Hove Albion boss Graham Potter says Chelsea were "worthy winners" after his side were beaten 2-0 at Stamford Bridge.

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Chelsea 2-0 Brighton: Chelsea 'needed' that victory over Brighton - Lampard

Chelsea boss Frank Lampard believes his side "needed" their 2-0 victory over Brighton & Hove Albion, saying the clean sheet will provide his side with confidence.

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Chelsea 2-0 Brighton & Hove Albion: Hosts extend perfect league record over Seagulls

Chelsea deservedly beat Brighton to maintain their perfect record in league games against the Seagulls.

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Wednesday, September 25, 2019

Chelsea 7-1 Grimsby Town: Reece James impresses on debut

Reece James' star showing in Chelsea's Carabao Cup third round thrashing of League Two side Grimsby Town is "just the start" for the teenager, says Blues boss Frank Lampard.

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Carabao Cup draw: Liverpool v Arsenal, Chelsea v Man Utd, Man City v Southampton

The draw for the fourth round of the EFL Cup tees up two tasty ties with Premier League leaders Liverpool hosting Arsenal and Chelsea facing Manchester United.

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Carabao Cup third round: Chelsea, Liverpool & Man Utd play on Wednesday

Chelsea, Liverpool and Manchester United are among the Premier League teams in Carabao Cup third-round action on Wednesday.

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Tuesday, September 24, 2019

Emerson Palmieri out injured for at least a month, Lampard reveals

Chelsea manager Frank Lampard confirms left-back Emerson Palmieri will be out for at least a month.

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Monday, September 23, 2019

Carabao Cup third round: Man City, Chelsea, Tottenham, Liverpool, Man Utd and Arsenal all play

The Premier League big-hitters enter the Carabao Cup this week for the third round, with a number of eye-catching ties.

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Sunday, September 22, 2019

Garth Crooks' team of the week: Adrian, Basham, Ake, De Bruyne, Maddison, Firmino, Aubameyang

Who froze like they were struck by the ice maiden? Which of their former defenders should Chelsea buy? Find out in Garth Crooks' team of the week.

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Chelsea 1-2 Liverpool: Jurgen Klopp says Reds have room room for improvement

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp admits his side "could improve" after hanging on to beat Chelsea 2-1 at Stamford Bridge.

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Chelsea 1-2 Liverpool: Blues deserved a point - Frank Lampard

Frank Lampard says Chelsea deserved "at least a point" against Liverpool and believes the VAR decision to deny them a goal had a significant effect on his team.

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Chelsea 1-2 Liverpool: Reds edge Blues to maintain five-point lead

Leaders Liverpool extend their perfect start to the season with a sixth consecutive Premier League win as they edge Chelsea 2-1 at Stamford Bridge.

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Thursday, September 19, 2019

Chelsea's Tammy Abraham and Mason Mount play Football Focus Honesty Cards

Chelsea's Tammy Abraham defends his footwear fashion, while Mason Mount says he would love to suit up as Spiderman, in this week's Football Focus Honesty Cards.

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Callum Hudson-Odoi signs new five-year Chelsea deal thought to be worth £180k a week

England winger Callum Hudson-Odoi signs a new five-year deal with Chelsea thought to be worth £180,000 a week.

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Wednesday, September 18, 2019

Defeat a harsh lesson in Champions League football - Frank Lampard

Chelsea boss Frank Lampard feels his side deserved at least a point but have been taught a "harsh lesson" in Champions League football after losing 1-0 at home to Valencia.

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Tuesday, September 17, 2019

Champions League: A tale of two penalties - Jurgen Klopp & Frank Lampard on losses

Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp and Chelsea manager Frank Lampard were both left to reflect on key penalty incidents as they begin their Champions League campaigns with defeats.

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Mason Mount injury: Chelsea to assess ankle over next 48 hours

Chelsea must wait up to 48 hours to discover the extent of the injury that forced Mason Mount off early in their Champions League defeat by Valencia.

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Monday, September 16, 2019

Tuesday's gossip column: Sancho, Maddison, Matic, Wanyama, Willian

Manchester United target English pair, Celtic want Spurs midfielder, Willian wants new Chelsea contract, plus more.

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Chelsea v Valenica: Frank Lampard believes young Blues can blossom in Champions League

Chelsea boss Frank Lampard is confident his side can flourish in the Champions League but is not setting any targets beyond reaching the knockout stages.

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Sunday, September 15, 2019

Premier League stats: Liverpool eye record, Sergio Aguero's streak and Chelsea kids

Can Liverpool top Man City's streak? What is significant about Sergio Aguero's scoring streak? BBC Sport delves into the key Premier League statistics.

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WSL: Brighton & Hove Albion women 1-1 Chelsea Women highlights

Watch highlights as Chelsea need a stoppage-time equaliser from substitute Adelina Engman to rescue a point at Brighton in the Women's Super League.

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Saturday, September 14, 2019

Premier League results: Liverpool, Spurs, Chelsea, Man Utd & Southampton win

Liverpool maintain their 100% start, there are also wins for Spurs, Chelsea, Manchester United and Southampton, and Burnley score in injury time to earn a point.

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Wolves 2-5 Chelsea: Nuno says Europa League involvement not to blame for 'bad' performance

Wolves boss Nuno Espirito Santo says his side's "bad "performance against Chelsea is not due to their involvement in the Europa League qualifying rounds.

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Wolves 2-5 Chelsea: Tammy Abraham scores hat-trick in win at Molineux

Tammy Abraham scores a brilliant hat-trick - and an own goal - as Chelsea destroy Wolves at Molineux.

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Thursday, September 12, 2019

Friday's gossip column: Maddison, Ruiz, Kante, Aurier, Terry, Lindelof, Vardy, Bolasie

Manchester United keen on Leicester player, John Terry tipped to manage Chelsea, Serge Aurier wanted move, plus more.

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Wednesday, September 11, 2019

Billy Gilmour: Scotland should fast-track Chelsea teenager into squad - Kenny Miller

Scotland should fast-track Chelsea midfielder Billy Gilmour into the Scotland squad, says Kenny Miller.

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Tuesday, September 10, 2019

Ex-Chelsea youth players 'endured racism from age 12'

Two former Chelsea youth players have told BBC News they were regularly subjected to racist abuse as teenagers at the club.

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Wednesday's gossip column: Atal, Sane, Fekir, Mkhitaryan, Wenger

Chelsea to try and sign full-back Youcef Atal when transfer ban is lifted, Man Utd eye Benfica's Florentino Luis, Man City want Leroy Sane to sign new deal, plus more.

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Grimsby 0-0 Macclesfield (5-4 on penalties): Chelsea await Mariners in Carabao Cup

James McKeown saves two spot-kicks as Grimsby beat Macclesfield 5-4 on penalties to set up a Carabao Cup tie against Chelsea.

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Monday, September 9, 2019

Tammy Abraham: Chelsea striker says mother was in tears after he received racist abuse

Chelsea striker Tammy Abraham says his mother was reduced to tears by the racist abuse he received after the Uefa Super Cup final.

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Millie Bright column: Women's football getting bigger - we want to reach level of men's game

The women's game is giving fans cause to be excited as Chelsea draw a large crowd to Stamford Bridge for their game against Tottenham.

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Jonathan Panzo: The England Under-21 defender who moved to Monaco

BBC Sport travels to Monte Carlo to meet England Under-21 defender Jonathan Panzo, who left Chelsea for Monaco and has since moved to Cercle Bruges on loan.

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Sunday, September 8, 2019

Emma Hayes: Chelsea boss says 'pressure on' WSL to attract big crowds after record weekend

Chelsea boss Emma Hayes says the pressure is on the Women's Super League to capitalise on nearly 63,000 people attending the weekend's opening games.

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Claudio Ranieri in race to take over as new Guinea coach

Former Chelsea and Leicester City coach Claudio Ranieri is shortlisted for the vacant position of Guinea national coach.

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Chelsea Women 1-0 Tottenham Hotspur Women: Beth England's early goal gives Blues derby win

Beth England's excellent 25-yard goal to gives Chelsea victory over Tottenham in their first Women's Super League match at Stamford Bridge.

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Women's Super League highlights: Chelsea 1-0 Tottenham

Watch highlights as Beth England's long-range stunner is the difference as Chelsea beat Tottenham at Stamford Bridge.

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WSL: Beth England gives Chelsea an early lead against Tottenham

Beth England's stunning strike gives Chelsea an early lead against Tottenham in the Women's Super League.

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Saturday, September 7, 2019

Sunday's gossip column: De Gea, Skriniar, Neymar, Van der Sar, Chelsea

Juventus to open talks with De Gea in January, Chelsea set for winter signings, Man City want Skriniar, plus more.

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Friday, September 6, 2019

Carly Telford & Millie Bright's awkward sausage dog incident

Chelsea's Carly Telford and Millie Bright take on Honesty Cards, revealing a tale about Telford's cheeky sausage dog and pleading to David Beckham for a follow.

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Wednesday, September 4, 2019

'I swapped Chelsea FC for the City': From goalie to Goldman Sachs

Goalkeeper quits top flight women's football at the age of 25 to start a new career in finance.

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Monday, September 2, 2019

Chelsea: Baba Rahman signs extension then joins Real Mallorca on loan

Chelsea defender Baba Rahman joins Real Mallorca on loan after signing a one-year extension with the Premier League club.

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Saturday, August 31, 2019

Chelsea 2-2 Sheffield United: Blues allowed Blades back into game - Lampard

Chelsea manager Frank Lampard says his side were responsible for throwing away a two goal advantage to draw with Sheffield United and need to learn lessons quickly.

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Chelsea 2-2 Sheffield United: Point for Blades after late Zouma own goal

Sheffield United battle back from two goals down to snatch a deserved point after Kurt Zouma's late own-goal at Stamford Bridge.

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Thursday, August 29, 2019

'Fatty' Foulke: The legend of Sheffield United & Chelsea keeper

With Chelsea hosting Sheffield United on Saturday, BBC Sport brings you the legendary tale of a man who links the clubs.

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Wednesday, August 28, 2019

Champions League draw: Liverpool, Man City, Chelsea, Spurs await fate

Champions League holders Liverpool and fellow English sides Manchester City, Chelsea and Tottenham will find out their group-stage opponents when the draw takes place in Monaco on Thursday.

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Football gossip: Sancho, Bakayoko, Sanchez, Begovic, Neymar

Man Utd will move for Sancho, Chelsea's Bakayoko to make Monaco return, Monreal heading back to Spain, Greenwood wanted by AC Milan and Juventus, plus more.

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Champions League & Europa League finals: Fans send Uefa plan on tickets and travel

Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool and Tottenham supporters issue a joint statement calling on Uefa to change how it manages European club finals.

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Monday, August 26, 2019

Lionesses: Striker Fran Kirby and defender Alex Greenwood out with injuries

Chelsea striker Fran Kirby and Lyon defender Alex Greenwood withdraw from the England squad with injury.

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Sunday, August 25, 2019

Premier League stats: David Silva, Virgil van Dijk & late drama at Old Trafford

Late goals at Old Trafford, Lampard's youthful Chelsea click into gear and a landmark appearance for David Silva - the top Premier League stats

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Saturday, August 24, 2019

What happened in the Premier League? Win for Chelsea but Man Utd lose to Palace

Tammy Abraham scores twice in Chelsea victory, Manchester United lose to Palace, West Ham, Southampton and Leicester win.

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Norwich 2-3 Chelsea: Frank Lampard delighted with young stars after getting first Chelsea win

Chelsea manager Frank Lampard is "delighted" with the performance of his young side in their 3-2 win over Norwich, and also praises Canaries striker Teemu Pukki.

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Norwich City 2-3 Chelsea: Small details cost Canaries - Daniel Farke

Norwich City head coach Daniel Farke says small details cost his side as they fell to a 3-2 defeat at home to Chelsea, despite twice coming from behind.

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Norwich 2-3 Chelsea: Tammy Abraham scores twice as Frank Lampard gets first win as Blues boss

Tammy Abraham scores twice as Frank Lampard gets his first league win as Chelsea manager against Norwich.

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Shaun Wright-Phillips announces retirement from football

Former Manchester City, Chelsea and England winger Shaun Wright-Phillips has announced his retirement from football at the age 37.

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Friday, August 23, 2019

Fernando Torres: Watch four fine Premier League goals from ex-Liverpool and Chelsea striker

Watch four of Fernando Torres' finest Premier League goals as the Spanish striker announces his retirement from football.

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Fernando Torres: Former Liverpool and Chelsea striker retires after final match

Spanish World Cup-winning striker Fernando Torres plays his final professional match before retirement.

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Tuesday, August 20, 2019

Davide Zappacosta: Chelsea defender set to join Roma

Chelsea right-back Davide Zappacosta is set to join Roma on a season-long loan.

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Monday, August 19, 2019

Chelsea 1-1 Leicester: Mason Mount the shining light under Frank Lampard

No wins in three games but Frank Lampard is moulding Chelsea to his philosophy, says Tim Cahill.

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Sunday, August 18, 2019

David Luiz: Arsenal defender says he left Chelsea because of his 'ambition'

Defender David Luiz says he left Chelsea to join Arsenal because of his "ambition" and that he wanted a "new challenge".

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Chelsea 1-1 Leicester City: Ndidi mistake my fault - Brendan Rodgers

Leicester boss Brendan Rodgers blames himself for the mistake leading to Chelsea's goal, but hails his side's "brilliant response" in fighting back for a 1-1 draw.

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Chelsea 1-1 Leicester City: Blues need to be more clinical in winning positions - Frank Lampard

Chelsea head coach Frank Lampard says his side needs to be more clinical in winning positions, after Leicester came from behind to take a point at Stamford Bridge.

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Chelsea 1-1 Leicester City: Wilfred Ndidi secures hard-earned point

Wilfred Ndidi's header denies Frank Lampard victory in his first game at Stamford Bridge as Chelsea boss as Leicester fight back to earn a point.

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Ashley Cole: Ex-Arsenal, Chelsea and England full-back retires

Former England, Arsenal and Chelsea left-back Ashley Cole announces his playing retirement from football and hopes to pursue a coaching career.

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Saturday, August 17, 2019

Southampton 1-2 Liverpool: Jurgen Klopp praises Reds' 'mentality giants'

Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp says their tough mentality helped them beat Southampton having had "no time" to prepare after their Super Cup clash with Chelsea.

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Friday, August 16, 2019

Black youngsters should not 'fear' abuse at Chelsea, says Paul Canoville

Young black players joining the Chelsea academy should have "no fear" of being racially abused, says the club's first senior black player Paul Canoville.

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Tammy Abraham: Frank Lampard demands social media firms crack down on abuse of players

Chelsea boss Frank Lampard says social media companies need to do more to stop players being targeted after racial abuse aimed at striker Tammy Abraham.

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Jurgen Klopp - Adrian injury 'crazy'

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has called Adrian's ankle injury "crazy". The goalkeeper was injured when a pitch invader slipped and kicked his ankle with the team celebrating their Super Cup victory over Chelsea on Wednesday.

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Thursday, August 15, 2019

Stephanie Frappart: Europe's media hails history-making referee

Referee Stephanie Frappart wins widespread acclaim from Europe's media for her handling of Wednesday's Super Cup match between Liverpool and Chelsea.

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Tammy Abraham: Kick It Out condemn acist abuse towards Chelsea striker

Anti-racism charity Kick It Out condemns racist abuse aimed at Tammy Abraham after Chelsea's Super Cup defeat by Liverpool in Istanbul.

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Super Cup: Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp hails Adrian after Chelsea victory

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp praises goalkeeper Adrian after his penalty shootout save saw Liverpool beat Chelsea in the Uefa Super Cup.

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Super Cup: Frank Lampard proud of Chelsea despite defeat by Liverpool

Chelsea manager Frank Lampard says he is "proud" of his young side despite losing to Liverpool on penalties after a 2-2 draw in the Uefa Super Cup.

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Wednesday, August 14, 2019

Super Cup: Victorious Liverpool keeper Adrian on 'crazy week'

Liverpool goalkeeper Adrian, who was a free agent nine days ago, says his decisive penalty shootout save in their Uefa Super Cup victory over Chelsea capped off a "crazy week".

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Liverpool beat Chelsea 5-4 on penalties to win Super Cup

Liverpool win the Super Cup for the fourth time in their history by beating Chelsea 5-4 on penalties after a 2-2 draw in Istanbul.

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Liverpool v Chelsea in Uefa Super Cup - rate the players

Rate the players in the Uefa Super Cup between Liverpool and Chelsea.

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Super Cup: Mo Salah & Chelsea stars play football with amputee children

Watch Liverpool and Chelsea stars play football with amputee children ahead of their UEFA Super Cup match.

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Tuesday, August 13, 2019

Frank Lampard pleased to be part of football history

Chelsea manager Frank Lampard says he is pleased to be part of football history in the Super Cup which will see an all-female officiating team taking charge.

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Stephanie Frappart 'not afraid' of Super Cup between Chelsea and Liverpool

French official Stephanie Frappart says she will have no fears when she becomes the first woman to take charge of the Uefa Super Cup.

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'We are not afraid of this match' - all-female officiating team 'ready' for Super Cup

There will be an all-female officiating team for the Uefa Super Cup for the first time between Chelsea and Liverpool. Referee Stephanie Frappart says she is ready for the match.

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Super Cup: Liverpool and Chelsea to meet in final - why you should care

BBC Sport looks at five reasons why you should care about Wednesday's Uefa Super Cup, as Liverpool take on Chelsea at the Beskitas Park in Istanbul.

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Monday, August 12, 2019

Frank Lampard: Chelsea boss has 'one hell of a job on' - Chris Sutton

Chelsea manager Frank Lampard has "one hell of a job on" this season, says former striker Chris Sutton.

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Sunday, August 11, 2019

Man Utd: Why Old Trafford feel-good factor could last this time - Phil Neville

Phil Neville explains why Manchester United showed in their win against Chelsea that they have the right players to execute their gameplan.

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Football gossip: Chilwell, Pogba, Coutinho, Neymar, Ozil, Lovren

Chelsea want Leicester's Chilwell, Pogba talk Man Utd future, Barcelona say Coutinho won't leave, plus more.

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Manchester United remain a work in progress - Solskjaer after 4-0 win over Chelsea

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer says Manchester United are still "work in progress" after starting the season with an emphatic 4-0 win over Chelsea.

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Man Utd 4-0 Chelsea: Damning scoreline but some positives for Lampard's Blues

Frank Lampard says his side can take some positives and also some lessons away from their heavy defeat at Manchester United.

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Man Utd 4-0 Chelsea: Winning is a good habit - Solskjaer

Man Utd boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer says his side's confidence grew in the second half as the Red Devils started the season with a 4-0 win over Chelsea at Old Trafford.

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Man Utd 4-0 Chelsea: Blues made too many mistakes - Frank Lampard

Chelsea boss Frank Lampard feels his side did not deserve to lose 4-0 against Man Utd but admits the Blues need to learn lessons after making too many mistakes.

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Manchester United 4-0 Chelsea: Marcus Rashford stars in fine win

Marcus Rashford scores twice as Manchester United begin their Premier League campaign with an emphatic win over Chelsea at Old Trafford.

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Man Utd v Chelsea - rate the players

Rate the players in the Premier League match between Manchester United and Chelsea.

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Friday, August 9, 2019

Alisson: Liverpool keeper to miss Super Cup with calf injury

Goalkeeper Alisson will miss next week's Uefa Super Cup against Chelsea with a calf injury that "cast a shadow" over Liverpool's 4-1 win against Norwich.

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Football gossip: Dybala, Sanchez, Mustafi, Lovren, Neymar

Roma eye loan move for Man Utd's Alexis Sanchez, PSG want Paulo Dybala, Chelsea build £200m transfer budget, plus more.

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Chelsea: David Luiz did not go on strike, says Frank Lampard

David Luiz did not go on strike at Chelsea before joining Arsenal, says Blues manager Frank Lampard.

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Frank Lampard: Transfer ban, being a 'modern dad' & risking his Chelsea legacy

Frank Lampard tells Football Focus about returning to Chelsea as manager and the challenges he has faced this summer, including the club's transfer ban.

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Thursday, August 8, 2019

Danny Drinkwater: Burnley close to signing Chelsea midfielder on loan

Burnley are close to signing Chelsea midfielder Danny Drinkwater on a season-long loan.

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David Luiz: Chelsea and Arsenal have got 'very good deal', says Jermaine Jenas

Ex-England midfielder Jermaine Jenas says Arsenal fans will be 'singing from the rooftops' after signing David Luiz from Chelsea for £8m.

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David Luiz: Arsenal agree £8m deal for Chelsea defender

Arsenal agree an £8m deal with Chelsea to sign defender David Luiz on a two-year contract.

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Wednesday, August 7, 2019

Transfer deadline day gossip column: Neymar, Williams, Zaha, Ake, Sessegnon, Drinkwater

Real Madrid open Neymar talks, Man Utd eye Athletic Bilbao striker, Burnley want Chelsea midfielder, plus more.

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David Luiz: Chelsea defender among transfer targets for Arsenal

A move for Chelsea defender David Luiz is one of the deals Arsenal are working on to fulfil their aim of signing a centre-back.

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Tuesday, August 6, 2019

Chelsea sex abuse scandal: 'Stress, tears, anger, depression' - Eddie Heath victim on painful memories

A damning report into historical sex abuse at Chelsea brings up "tearfulness and uncertainty", says a former player who was a victim of a "manipulative and prolific sexual abuser" at the club.

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Chelsea apology over ex-chief scout Eddie Heath's 'unchallenged' sex abuse

Young footballers were targeted for years at Chelsea by a "prolific and manipulative sexual abuser" who was able to operate "unchallenged", says a damning report.

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Monday, August 5, 2019

Ross Barkley: Chelsea midfielder will push on under Frank Lampard, says Carney

Midfielder Ross Barkley will push on and produce his standout season at Chelsea under Frank Lampard, predicts former Chelsea Women winger Karen Carney.

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Gary Cahill: Crystal Palace sign former Chelsea defender

Crystal Palace sign former England defender Gary Cahill following his release by Premier League rivals Chelsea.

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Sunday, August 4, 2019

Declan Rice: West Ham midfielder wants revenge on Chelsea's Mason Mount.

West Ham midfielder Declan Rice says he will have his revenge on Chelsea's Mason Mount for filming a holiday prank that went viral.

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Friday, August 2, 2019

Claude Makelele: Ex-Chelsea midfielder rejoins club as technical mentor

Former Chelsea midfielder Claude Makelele is appointed technical mentor for young players at the club.

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Wednesday, July 31, 2019

Pulisic and Pedro shine as Chelsea beat Red Bull Salzburg

Christian Pulisic nets his first Chelsea goals and Pedro scores a superb backheel volley as the Blues claim a 5-3 pre-season win at RB Salzburg.

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Tuesday, July 30, 2019

Chelsea fan given life ban for 'racially abusive language' in Man City game

Chelsea ban a supporter for life for using "racially abusive language" during their match against Manchester City in December.

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Monday, July 29, 2019

Callum Hudson-Odoi close to renewing Chelsea contract - Frank Lampard

Chelsea winger Callum Hudson-Odoi is close to renewing his contract, according to manager Frank Lampard.

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Sunday, July 28, 2019

Reading 3-4 Chelsea: Mason Mount scores twice in exciting friendly

Mason Mount continues to press his claim for a starting role for Chelsea this season as he scores twice in a 4-3 friendly win at Reading.

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Thursday, July 25, 2019

Footballer Cesc Fabregas banned from driving

The ex-Chelsea and Arsenal player was caught by a speed device but claimed "I wasn't going that fast".

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Tuesday, July 23, 2019

Callum Hudson-Odoi agrees deal to stay at Chelsea

England winger Callum Hudson-Odoi agrees a five-year deal worth more than £100,000 a week to stay at Chelsea.

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Chelsea: Frank Lampard's side beat Barcelona in Japan friendly

Goals from Tammy Abraham and Ross Barkley give Chelsea an impressive 2-1 win against Barcelona in a pre-season friendly in Japan.

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Monday, July 22, 2019

Chelsea defender Ethan Ampadu joins RB Leipzig on loan

Chelsea defender Ethan Ampadu joins Bundesliga side RB Leipzig on a season-long loan.

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Sunday, July 21, 2019

Premier League: Can Chelsea achieve top-flight success with academy products?

With Chelsea under a transfer embargo, do the stats suggest they have the youngsters ready to step up?

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Friday, July 19, 2019

Gianluca Vialli: How the ex-Italy striker is helping boost Stevenage's promotion hopes

BBC Sport looks at how former Chelsea striker Gianluca Vialli is trying to help Stevenage realise their promotion hopes.

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Chelsea: Christian Pulisic makes debut in pre-season defeat

Christian Pulisic makes his Chelsea debut as the Blues suffer defeat in their third pre-season friendly in Yokohama.

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Quiz: Can you name every Japanese player to play in Premier League?

Chelsea have travelled to Japan for their pre-season tour, so can you name every Japanese player to play in the Premier League?

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Tuesday, July 16, 2019

Ethan Ampadu: Chelsea defender set to leave on loan

Chelsea's 18-year-old Wales defender Ethan Ampadu will leave the club on loan this season, manager Frank Lampard confirms.

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Monday, July 15, 2019

Laurent Koscielny 'very hurt' by Arsenal row - Olivier Giroud

Chelsea's Olivier Giroud says his friend and former Arsenal team-mate Laurent Koscielny is "very hurt" by his transfer conflict with the Gunners.

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Olivier Giroud: Frank Lampard & Chelsea need to be 'competitive straight away'

Chelsea striker Olivier Giroud says Chelsea need to be competitive "straight away" under new boss Frank Lampard.

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Mason Mount: Chelsea midfielder signs five-year contract

Chelsea's England Under-21 midfielder Mason Mount signs a contract committing him to the club until 2024.

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Sunday, July 14, 2019

Frank Lampard: Ex-Chelsea midfielder the 'right person' says Olivier Giroud

Chelsea's players are "delighted" to have Frank Lampard as boss and he is the right appointment with the club operating under a transfer ban, says forward Olivier Giroud.

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Saturday, July 13, 2019

Chelsea beat St Patrick's Athletic for Frank Lampard's first win

Frank Lampard wins his first game as Chelsea manager as they beat St Patrick's Athletic 4-0 in a pre-season friendly in Dublin.

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Thursday, July 11, 2019

Frank Lampard: Do Chelsea fans really want #LampardOut after pre-season game?

Why was #LampardOut trending after the manager's first game in charge of Chelsea, and how did the hashtag gain momentum to make it a top Twitter trend?

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Wednesday, July 10, 2019

Frank Lampard denied winning start as Chelsea boss as Bohemians snatch draw

Frank Lampard is denied victory in his first game as Chelsea boss as Irish side Bohemians score a late equaliser.

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Tuesday, July 9, 2019

Carly Telford: Chelsea and England goalkeeper says playing at Stamford Bridge will be 'unbelievable'

Chelsea and England goalkeeper Carly Telford says playing the Blues' opening WSL fixture at Stamford Bridge is going to be "unbelievable".

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Monday, July 8, 2019

Callum Hudson-Odoi hopeful of new Chelsea deal after Frank Lampard praise

Chelsea's Callum Hudson-Odoi welcomes positive words from boss Frank Lampard and is hopeful a new deal can be agreed in the next few weeks.

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Sunday, July 7, 2019

Jose Mourinho: Former Man Utd and Chelsea boss rejects lucrative China move

Former Manchester United and Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho rejects a lucrative offer to manage in China.

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Saturday, July 6, 2019

Ruben Loftus-Cheek signs new Chelsea deal until 2024

Chelsea and England midfielder Ruben Loftus-Cheek signs a new deal to stay at the club until 2024.

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Alvaro Morata: Chelsea striker to join Atletico Madrid on permanent deal

Chelsea's Spain striker Alvaro Morata is to join Atletico Madrid on a permanent basis after his 18-month loan expires.

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Friday, July 5, 2019

Karen Carney: England and Chelsea midfielder announces retirement

England and Chelsea midfielder Karen Carney announces her retirement aged 31 after a career that included reaching the Women's World Cup semi-finals twice.

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Phillip Cocu: Derby County appoint ex-Barcelona man as Frank Lampard successor

Derby County appoint former PSV Eindhoven coach Phillip Cocu as manager following Frank Lampard's departure to Chelsea.

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Thursday, July 4, 2019

Arjen Robben: Former Chelsea and Bayern Munich winger retires at 35

Former Bayern Munich and Chelsea winger Arjen Robben retires at the age of 35.

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Frank Lampard: Chelsea job the biggest challenge of my career

New Chelsea boss Frank Lampard accepts returning to his former club as manager is the biggest challenge of his career.

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Frank Lampard: New Chelsea boss says job is 'biggest challenge' of career

New Chelsea boss Frank Lampard says it is the "biggest challenge" of his career as he takes over at Stamford Bridge

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Frank Lampard appointed Chelsea boss: Pat Nevin hopes legend is not tarnished

Frank Lampard has the attributes to succeed at Chelsea but, asks Pat Nevin, will he be given the time and will the club alter its expectations?

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Frank Lampard: Chelsea appoint former midfielder as manager

Chelsea name Frank Lampard, who spent 13 years at Stamford Bridge as a player, as their manager on a three-year deal.

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Wednesday, July 3, 2019

Gold Cup: US beat Jamaica to reach final after 90-minute delay for lightning

Chelsea's new £58m forward Christian Pulisic scores twice to send the United States through to the Gold Cup final, in a game stopped for 90 minutes because of lightning.

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Football gossip: Lampard, Fernandes, Tielemans, Ake, Zaha

Chelsea about to appoint Lampard, Man Utd want Fernandes, Arsenal ready to up Zaha offer, Man City eye Ake, plus more.

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Monday, July 1, 2019

John Mikel Obi: Trabzonspor sign Nigeria captain on two-year deal

Nigeria's former Chelsea and Middlesbrough midfielder John Mikel Obi signs two-year deal with Turkish Super Lig club Trabzonspor.

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Frank Lampard: Derby manager excused from training for Chelsea talks

Derby have excused Frank Lampard from reporting for pre-season training duties, with the club expecting him to be offered the head coach role at Chelsea.

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Thursday, June 27, 2019

Kurt Zouma: Everton target Chelsea defender on permanent deal

Everton are stepping up their efforts to sign Chelsea defender Kurt Zouma on a permanent deal.

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Mateo Kovacic: Chelsea set to sign on-loan Real Madrid midfielder

Chelsea are expected to complete the permanent signing of Real Madrid midfielder Mateo Kovacic despite being under a two-window transfer ban.

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Wednesday, June 26, 2019

Frank Lampard: Chelsea move 'not done deal' for Derby County boss

Frank Lampard's appointment as the next Chelsea manager is 'not a done deal', says Derby County chairman Mel Morris.

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Tuesday, June 25, 2019

Frank Lampard: Chelsea given permission to hold talks with Derby manager

Chelsea are given permission to speak to Derby County boss Frank Lampard about vacant manager's job.

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Sunday, June 23, 2019

Mo Salah: Liverpool forward should join Barcelona, says Samuel Eto'o

Former Chelsea striker Samuel Eto'o urges Liverpool forward Mo Salah to move to Barcelona at the first opportunity.

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Saturday, June 22, 2019

Sam Kerr: Chelsea interested in Australia striker

Chelsea are interested in signing Australia captain Sam Kerr, who lit up the World Cup with four goals against Jamaica.

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Friday, June 21, 2019

Fernando Torres: Watch as Spain striker scores winning goal in Euro 2008 final

Watch Fernando Torres score the winning goal for Spain in the Euro 2008 final against Germany. The former Liverpool and Chelsea striker has announced his retirement from football aged 35.

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Fernando Torres scores 'cracker' for Spain at 2006 World Cup

Watch Fernando Torres score a "splendid goal" for Spain against Ukraine at the 2006 World Cup. The former Liverpool and Chelsea striker has announced his retirement from football aged 35.

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Petr Cech appointed Chelsea technical and performance advisor

Former goalkeeper Petr Cech is appointed as Chelsea's technical and performance advisor.

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Thursday, June 20, 2019

Fernando Torres: Former Liverpool, Chelsea and Spain striker to retire

Spanish World Cup winning striker Fernando Torres announces he is to retire from football.

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Maurizio Sarri says joining Juventus is 'crowning moment' of his career

Former Chelsea manager Maurizio Sarri says joining Serie A champions Juventus is the "crowning moment" of his 29-year coaching career.

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Wednesday, June 19, 2019

Football gossip: Lampard, Wan-Bissaka. Pogba, Rice, Maguire

Chelsea close in on Lampard, Neymar eyes Barcelona move, West Ham hold firm over Rice, plus more.

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Monday, June 17, 2019

Frank Lampard: Derby manager becoming Chelsea boss 'likely to happen', says uncle Harry Redknapp

Frank Lampard becoming Chelsea manager "looks like it's going to happen", his uncle Harry Redknapp tells BBC Radio 5 Live.

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Frank Lampard: Chelsea not approached Derby County, says chairman Mel Morris

Chelsea are yet to approach Derby County about the availability of their manager Frank Lampard, says Rams chairman Mel Morris.

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Maurizio Sarri leaves Chelsea: Blues bosses in five charts

Maurizio Sarri becomes the 12th manager appointed by Roman Abramovich to leave Chelsea - so what has history taught us?

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Sunday, June 16, 2019

Kilmarnock appoint Angelo Alessio as the club's new manager

Kilmarnock have appointed Angelo Alessio, former assistant to Antonio Conte at Chelsea, Juventus and Italy, as the club's new manager.

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Maurizio Sarri: Juventus appoint Chelsea manager

Maurizio Sarri leaves Chelsea to take over at Italian champions Juventus after one season in charge of the Premier League club.

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Chelsea: Maurizio Sarri exit - five questions Blues must answer

With Chelsea looking for a 12th different manager of the Roman Abramovich era, who could be next in line and what are the ramifications for the future?

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Saturday, June 15, 2019

Frank Lampard: Rumoured Chelsea target in Derby County talks over new deal

Derby County are talking to boss Frank Lampard about a new deal amid speculation they will be approached for him by Chelsea.

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Friday, June 14, 2019

Football gossip: Lampard, Pogba, Wan-Bissaka, Fernandes, Maguire, Willian

Lampard would want Drogba at Chelsea, Manchester United midfielder targets Spanish move, Palace defender reveals favoured destination, plus more.

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Frank Lampard: Chelsea would have to pay Derby County £4m to release the Rams boss

Chelsea would have to pay Derby around £4m in compensation if they appoint club legend Frank Lampard as their new manager.

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Chelsea: Glenn Hoddle says Frank Lampard could manage the club

Former Chelsea manager Glenn Hoddle says Frank Lampard could manage the club at some stage in his career - and it might be "the right time" for him.

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Thursday, June 13, 2019

Maurizio Sarri: Chelsea agree deal for manager to join Juventus

Chelsea agree a deal in principle for their Italian manager Maurizio Sarri to join Serie A club Juventus.

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Tuesday, June 11, 2019

Football gossip: Guardiola, Rakitic, Wan-Bissaka, Maguire, de Ligt, Lampard, Sarri, Pogba, Onana, Buffon

Man City boss Pep Guardiola considers sabbatical, Man Utd contact Barcelona over Ivan Rakitic, Chelsea open talks with Frank Lampard, plus more.

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Saturday, June 8, 2019

Gareth Southgate says he is committed to England amidst Chelsea speculation

Gareth Southgate says there is "no way" he would return to club management right now, saying he is committed to his role as England manager.

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Friday, June 7, 2019

Football gossip: Sarri, Eriksen, Dier, Buffon, Rashford, Alonso, Sessegnon

Chelsea boss Sarri to join Juventus next week, Real to prioritise Eriksen signing, Spurs' Dier being considered by Man Utd, plus more.

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Eden Hazard: Is departing Chelsea forward a Premier League great?

So Eden Hazard has left Chelsea after seven years to move to Real Madrid, but is he a true Premier League legend?

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Eden Hazard: Real Madrid sign Chelsea forward for fee that could rise to £130m

Real Madrid sign Belgium forward Eden Hazard from Chelsea on a five-year deal.

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Erin Cuthbert column: Scotland striker on Love Island & magnesium salts

Chelsea and Scotland striker Erin Cuthbert on watching Love Island at the World Cup, her room-mate's cakes and bathing in magnesium salts.

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Chelsea transfer ban: Blues take appeal to Court of Arbitration for Sport

Chelsea take their appeal against a two-window transfer ban imposed by Fifa to the Court of Arbitration for Sport.

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Thursday, June 6, 2019

Eden Hazard: Real Madrid's bid to sign Chelsea forward close to completion

Real Madrid's bid to sign Belgium forward Eden Hazard from Chelsea for a fee in the region of £88m is expected to be concluded in a matter of days.

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Tuesday, June 4, 2019

Maurizio Sarri: Chelsea boss says 'the call of Italy is strong'

Chelsea manager Maurizio Sarri says he misses Italy amid reports he could leave the club to join Juventus.

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Monday, June 3, 2019

Football gossip: Gracia, Sarri, Leeds, Maddison, Maignan, Gomes, Pogba

Chelsea consider recruiting Watford's Javi Gracia, PSG's owners want to take over Leeds, Manchester United are favourites to sign James Maddison, plus more.

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Saturday, June 1, 2019

Liverpool to play Chelsea in Uefa Super Cup in Istanbul

Liverpool will play Chelsea in the first all-English Uefa Super Cup on 14 August in Istanbul.

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Friday, May 31, 2019

Guro Reiten: Chelsea Women sign versatile Norway forward from LSK Kvinner

Women's Super League side Chelsea sign versatile Norway forward Guro Reiten from LSK Kvinner.

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Rob Green: Chelsea and former England goalkeeper to retire

Former England goalkeeper Rob Green announces his retirement from his playing career after 23 years and 650 appearances.

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Thursday, May 30, 2019

Antonio Conte: Inter Milan appoint ex-Chelsea manager

Former Chelsea boss Antonio Conte is appointed Inter Milan manager, replacing the sacked Luciano Spalletti.

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Luciano Spalletti sacked as Inter Milan manager

Inter Milan sack Luciano Spalletti after two seasons in charge and are expected to appoint former Chelsea boss Antonio Conte.

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Eden Hazard: Chelsea stars on Eden Hazard departure

Chelsea manager Maurizio Sarri describes Eden Hazard as a 'wonderful man' after the Blues star suggested he had played his last game for the club following the 4-1 win over Arsenal in the Europa League final.

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Europa League: Arsenal still a big name in the football world - Unai Emery

Arsenal boss Unai Emery says the Gunners are still a "big name" in the football world, despite their 4-1 Europa League final defeat by Chelsea.

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Wednesday, May 29, 2019

Europa League final in Baku: Far from the pitch and a long way from home - the surreal final

Chelsea succeeded in Baku but it was a Europa League final that will be remembered more for its surreal surroundings and flat atmosphere.

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Chelsea manager Maurizio Sarri: 'I deserve to stay'

Maurizio Sarri says he will speak to Chelsea about his future after leading them to the Europa League and thinks he "deserves" to stay.

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Eden Hazard: Five of the Chelsea midfielder's best goals

Watch a selection of Eden Hazard's best goals for Chelsea.

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Eden Hazard: 'I think it's goodbye,' says Chelsea forward

Eden Hazard suggests he has played his final game for Chelsea after his two goals help them win the Europa League.

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Arsenal miss out on Champions League after losing to Chelsea

Arsenal miss out on a place in next season's Champions League after losing to Chelsea in the Europa League final.

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Arsenal v Chelsea - rate the players in the Europa League final

Rate the players taking part in the Europa League final between Arsenal and Chelsea.

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Chelsea v Arsenal: Sarri and Emery preview Europa League final

Chelsea boss Maurizio Sarri and Arsenal manager Unai Emery look ahead to Wednesday's Europa League final in Baku.

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Europa League final: Azerbaijan fans 'have to get chance' to see Chelsea v Arsenal

Hosting the Europa League final is a "real challenge" for Azerbaijan, says the country's sports minister Azad Rahimov.

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Tuesday, May 28, 2019

Europa League: Chelsea boss Maurizio Sarri takes frustration out on cap

With fewer than 24 hours to go until Chelsea's Europa League final, all did not seem well with manager Maurizio Sarri...

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Chelsea v Arsenal: English rivals keen to bring Europa League trophy home from distant away trip

The two London rivals are both determined to land Europe's second-tier trophy in far-away Baku.

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Chelsea v Arsenal: Why Hazard is a talent that opponents fear - Alan Pardew

Chelsea's Eden Hazard is up there Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo, says BBC Radio 5 Live pundit Alan Pardew.

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Andre Villas-Boas appointed Marseille head coach

Former Chelsea and Tottenham manager Andre Villas-Boas is appointed head coach of French club Marseille.

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Petr Cech: What made Arsenal & Chelsea keeper 'one of the best in the business?

What qualities made Petr Cech - the drum-playing former ice hockey goaltender who retires after Wednesday's Europa League final - one of the best goalkeepers of the Premier League era?

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Lawro's predictions: Europa League final special v rapper Ramz & Feeder bassist Taka

BBC football expert Mark Lawrenson takes on rapper Ramz and Feeder bassist Taka to predict whether Chelsea or Arsenal will win the Europa League final.

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Erin Cuthbert column: Scotland striker on crying in Majorca & being recognised in the gym

Chelsea and Scotland striker Erin Cuthbert on finding out she was going to the World Cup, being recognised, and the thrill of emulating her heroes at Hampden.

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Europa League final: Unai Emery & Maurizio Sarri head to head

Why Arsenal's Unai Emery and Maurizio Sarri of Chelsea need a victory in Wednesday's Europa League final in Baku for different reasons.

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Monday, May 27, 2019

Chelsea's Alvaro Morata wants to end career at Atletico Madrid

Chelsea striker Alvaro Morata says he wants to spend the rest of his career at Atletico Madrid, where he is on loan.

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Saturday, May 25, 2019

Football gossip: Pogba, Dybala, Sandro, Hazard, Silva, De Ligt, Fekir

Juventus to offer Dybala and Sandro for Pogba, Chelsea to demand £130m for Hazard, Silva considers offer from Qatar, plus more.

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Aston Villa v Derby County: How the Championship play-off final was Made in Chelsea

Chelsea's past and, quite possibly, future will have more than a passing interest in one of English football's showpiece occasions.

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Friday, May 24, 2019

Women's World Cup: England must win World Cup to get equal pay talks - Fran Kirby

England and Chelsea forward Fran Kirby says the Lionesses "need to win the World Cup" before talking about equal pay with male players.

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Europa League final: Chelsea Supporters Trust accuse club over 'lack of help'

Chelsea Supporters Trust criticise the club for being "unwilling" to help fans attend the Europa League final in Baku.

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Frank Lampard: Chelsea will always be linked with Derby boss, says Mel Morris

Derby County owner Mel Morris says it is inevitable that Rams manager Frank Lampard will be linked with the Chelsea job.

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Thursday, May 23, 2019

Antonio Conte: Ex-Chelsea manager set to take charge at Inter Milan

Former Chelsea boss Antonio Conte is set to be appointed as the new Inter Milan manager.

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Wednesday, May 22, 2019

Ruben Loftus-Cheek: Chelsea and England midfielder out for up to six months

Chelsea manager Maurizio Sarri says injured midfielder Ruben Loftus-Cheek will be out between four and six months.

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Chelsea: Maurizio Sarri to discuss future with club bosses

Chelsea manager Maurizio Sarri will discuss his future with the club following the Europa League final "to know if they are happy with me".

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Petr Cech: Arsenal keeper to decide on future after Europa League final

Arsenal goalkeeper Petr Cech says he is yet to make a decision about his future, despite speculation linking him with a return to Chelsea.

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Tuesday, May 21, 2019

Football gossip: Cech, De Gea, Pogba, Zaha, Gomes

Cech to become new sporting director at Chelsea, De Gea rejects Man Utd contract offer, Spurs puts off by £100m Zaha asking price, plus more.

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Christian Pulisic: New Chelsea signing wants to make same impact as Eden Hazard

Chelsea's new £58m forward Christian Pulisic wants to reach the same level as Eden Hazard - and hopes to play alongside the Belgian next season.

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Scotland manager Steve Clarke: 'If I was lazy, I'd still be at Chelsea'

New Scotland manager and former Chelsea coach Steve Clarke says if he "was a lazy person, I'd still be sitting at Chelsea in the assistant manager's seat".

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Olivier Giroud: Frenchman signs new Chelsea contract

Chelsea striker Olivier Giroud has signed a new contract with the club.

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Arsenal's Henrikh Mkhitaryan to miss Europa League final against Chelsea

Arsenal midfielder Henrikh Mkhitaryan will not play in the Europa League final against Chelsea on 29 May.

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Sunday, May 19, 2019

Uefa Under-17 final: Netherlands beat Italy again in final to retain title

Chelsea's Ian Maatsen scores as Netherlands retain their Uefa Under-17 title with victory over Italy for the second final running.

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Wednesday, May 15, 2019

Ruben Loftus-Cheek could miss Europa League final after injuring ankle

Chelsea midfielder Ruben Loftus-Cheek could miss the Europa League final because of an ankle injury sustained during a charity friendly.

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Man City, Liverpool, Chelsea, Spurs, Arsenal, Man Utd: Top six transfer targets

BBC Sport's David Ornstein looks at the top summer transfer targets for the Premier League's top six clubs.

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Monday, May 13, 2019

Danny Drinkwater banned for drink-driving after crashing into wall

Chelsea star Danny Drinkwater is banned from driving after ploughing his Range Rover through a wall.

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Garth Crooks' team of the season: Van Dijk, Hazard, Sterling, Aguero

Which Chelsea player is the man for a crisis? Who could be from Wallsend or Kirby? Find out in Garth Crooks' team of the season.

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Sunday, May 12, 2019

Football gossip: Hazard, Coutinho, Pogba, Rice, Lacazette

Eden Hazard has told Chelsea he wants to leave for Real Madrid while furious Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has scrapped an end-of-season meeting, plus more.

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Eden Hazard: Chelsea must respect forward's decision on his future - Maurizio Sarri

Chelsea boss Maurizio Sarri says the club must respect Eden Hazard's decision about his future.

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Leicester City v Chelsea

Preview followed by live coverage of Sunday's Premier League game between Leicester City and Chelsea.

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Saturday, May 11, 2019

Eden Hazard: Belgium forward has done all he can at Chelsea - Jermaine Jenas

Former Tottenham midfielder Jermaine Jenas says he expects Eden Hazard to leave Chelsea in the summer transfer window and believes he will be a big miss to the West London side.

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Friday, May 10, 2019

David Luiz: Chelsea defender expects new deal before Europa League final

Chelsea defender David Luiz expects to sign a new deal with the club before the Europa League final on 29 May.

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Chelsea 1-1 Eintracht Frankfurt: Chelsea deserve to win a trophy – Maurizio Sarri

Chelsea manager Maurizio Sarri says his side "deserve to win a trophy" this season after reaching the Europa League final, beating Eintracht Frankfurt on penalties.

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Thursday, May 9, 2019

Chelsea: Manager Maurizio Sarri unhappy about US trip before Europa League final

Maurizio Sarri says he is unhappy about Chelsea's post-season friendly in the US before their Europa League final against Arsenal in Baku on Wednesday, 29 May.

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Europa League final: Arsenal face dilemma over visa for Henrikh Mkhitaryan

Arsenal face a dilemma over whether to apply for a visa for Henrikh Mkhitaryan after reaching the Europa League final against Chelsea in Baku.

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Europa League final: Arsenal and Chelsea given just 6,000 tickets each

Arsenal and Chelsea are each been allocated just 6,000 tickets for the Europa League final at the 68,700 Olympic Stadium in Baku.

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Arsenal qualify for Europa League final: Petr Cech says final with Chelsea is dream end

Arsenal goalkeeper Petr Cech says it will be a "dream" Europa League final against former club Chelsea before retiring at the end of the season.

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Europa League final: Arsenal & Chelsea fans face difficult trip to Baku

A four-day train journey, a 58-hour drive or a flight via Istanbul - the travel issues facing Arsenal and Chelsea fans going to Baku.

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Wednesday, May 8, 2019

Football gossip: Coutinho, Hazard, Sanchez, Felix, de Ligt

Coutinho to leave Barcelona, Chelsea transfer ban is bad news for Hazard, Sanchez possibly heading to Inter Milan, plus more.

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Chelsea v Eintracht Frankfurt: Maurizio Sarri says Blues 'deserve' to win a trophy

Europa League semi-finalists Chelsea "deserve" to win a trophy this season, says manager Maurizio Sarri.

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Chelsea transfer ban: Fifa rejects Premier League club's appeal

Chelsea lose their appeal against Fifa's decision to ban them from signing players during the next two transfer windows.

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Monday, May 6, 2019

Callum Hudson-Odoi: Chelsea forward calls for end to 'evil' racism

England forward Callum Hudson-Odoi calls for an end to the "evil of racism" after he and a number of team-mates were abused by Montenegro fans.

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Sunday, May 5, 2019

Gonzalo Higuain: Chelsea will do very well next season if striker stays - Maurizio Sarri

Chelsea head coach Maurizio Sarri says the club can do "very well next season" if Gonzalo Higuain stays at Stamford Bridge

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Chelsea 3-0 Watford: Hornets need to be more aggressive - Gracia

Watford manager Javi Gracia says his side lacked "aggression in defence and finishing" following their 3-0 loss to Chelsea

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Chelsea 3-0 Watford: Loftus-cheek can be one of Europe's best - Sarri

Chelsea boss Maurizio Sarri says midfielder Ruben Loftus-cheek "can be one of Europe's best players" after the Englishman played a starring role in his side's 3-0 win over Watford.

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Chelsea 3-0 Watford: Blues win to boost Champions League hopes

Chelsea boost their chances of securing Champions League football with victory over Watford to move up to third in the Premier League.

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Thursday, May 2, 2019

Eden Hazard: Maurizio Sarri says Belgian forward needed to rest against Eintracht Frankfurt

Maurizio Sarri says he left Eden Hazard out of the Chelsea starting line-up against Eintracht Frankfurt to keep the forward fresh.

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Wednesday, May 1, 2019

Eintracht Frankfurt v Chelsea: Maurizio Sarri says defence 'in trouble' for Europa League semi

Manager Maurizio Sarri says Chelsea are "in trouble" with their defence for their Europa League semi-final first leg at Eintracht Frankfurt.

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Tuesday, April 30, 2019

Antonio Rudiger: Injured Chelsea defender to miss end of season

Chelsea's Antonio Rudiger will miss the end of the season because of a knee injury that forced him off at Manchester United on Sunday.

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Erin Cuthbert column: Chelsea & Scotland striker on David Luiz's party & tumble dryer confusion

Chelsea and Scotland striker Erin Cuthbert talks David Luiz's party, tumble dryer confusion, and how London is very, very different to Irvine.

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Monday, April 29, 2019

Manchester United defender Eric Bailly suffers knee injury to rule him out of Afcon

Manchester United defender Eric Bailly to miss the final two games of the season and this summer's African Cup of Nations after sustaining a knee injury against Chelsea in Sunday's 1-1 draw.

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Tottenham, Chelsea, Man Utd or Arsenal? - Alan Shearer on who will win race for top four

What is going wrong for the teams chasing a top four place, and what will happen next - according to MOTD2 pundit Alan Shearer.

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Sunday, April 28, 2019

Women's Champions League highlights: Chelsea 1-1 Lyon (Lyon win 3-2 on agg)

Chelsea are knocked out of the Women's Champions League after a 1-1 draw at home against holders Lyon, going out 3-2 on aggregate after losing the first leg 2-1 in France.

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Gonzalo Higuain set to stay with Chelsea - Maurizio Sarri

Chelsea manager Maurizio Sarri says on-loan striker Gonzalo Higuain will remain with the Blues "in theory" next season.

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Manchester United 1-1 Chelsea: De Gea error 'just one of those things' - Ole Gunnar Solskjaer

Manchester United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer says he didn't consider not picking David de Gea and refers to his error leading to Chelsea's goal as "just one of those things".

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Manchester United 1-1 Chelsea

A mistake by goalkeeper David de Gea gifts Chelsea an equaliser as Manchester United's hopes of playing in next season's Champions League are dented at Old Trafford.

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Women's Champions League: Chelsea Women v Lyon Feminines (1-2 agg)

Preview followed by live coverage of Sunday's Women's Champions League semi-final second leg between Chelsea and Lyon.

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Friday, April 26, 2019

Harder for English clubs at this stage of the season, says Chelsea boss Maurizio Sarri

Chelsea boss Maurizio Sarri says it is harder for English players to be in "top physical condition" at the end of the season than European counterparts.

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WSL Team of 2018-19: Arsenal, Chelsea and Manchester City dominate line-up

The WSL's top three sides - Arsenal, Chelsea and Manchester City - provide nine of the PFA's Team of the Season.

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Wednesday, April 24, 2019

Callum Hudson-Odoi: Chelsea winger 'feeling better' after surgery on Achilles

Chelsea winger Callum Hudson-Odoi says he is "feeling better" after surgery on a ruptured Achilles tendon.

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Maurizio Sarri: Chelsea boss charged by FA after Burnley draw

Chelsea boss Maurizio Sarri is charged with misconduct by the FA after he was sent to the stands in Monday's 2-2 draw with Burnley.

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Monday, April 22, 2019

David Luiz: Chelsea defender accuses Burnley of time-wasting after draw

Chelsea defender David Luiz accuses Burnley of "anti-football" as the Blues are held to a frustrating draw at Stamford Bridge.

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Callum Hudson-Odoi: Ruptured Achilles sidelines Chelsea winger

Chelsea winger Callum Hudson-Odoi suffers a ruptured Achilles in his side's 2-2 draw with Burnley on Monday and will miss the rest of the season.

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Chelsea 2-2 Burnley: Zola unhappy with Clarets 'time wasting'

Chelsea assistant first team coach Gianfranco Zola says the Blues were "very unhappy" with "too much time wasting" by Burnley after the Blues were held 2-2 at Stamford Bridge.

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Chelsea 2-2 Burnley: Dyche denies time-wasting tactics

Burnley boss Sean Dyche defends his team against perceived time-wasting tactics following a 2-2 draw at Chelsea.

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Chelsea 2-2 Burnley: Blues up to fourth after draw with Clarets

Chelsea move into fourth position in the Premier League as they are held by Burnley in a thrilling game at Stamford Bridge.

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Sunday, April 21, 2019

Women's Champions League highlights: Lyon Feminines 2-1 Chelsea Women

Erin Cuthbert scores a vital away goal to give Chelsea hope for the second leg as they lose to holders Lyon in their Women's Champions League semi-final.

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Football gossip: Pogba, Coutinho, Hazard, Phelan, Carrick, Perez

Manchester United midfielder's demands may deter Real, Chelsea look to Barca for new playmaker, Perez hints at Newcastle exit, plus more.

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Women's Champions League: Lyon Féminines 2-1 Chelsea Women

Erin Cuthbert scores a vital away goal as Chelsea lose the first leg of their Champions League semi-final against Lyon.

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Friday, April 19, 2019

Football gossip: Lukaku, Pogba, De Gea, Sane, Jesus, Danilo, Tagliafico

Manchester United may allow Lukaku to leave, Inter Milan in negotiations for Danilo, Giroud to stay at Chelsea, plus more.

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Thursday, April 18, 2019

From 4-1 down to Europa League semi-final - Frankfurt advance after thrilling tie

Eintracht Frankfurt, who trailed 4-1 in the first leg, defeat Benfica on away goals to set up a Europa League semi-final with Chelsea.

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Football gossip: Hazard, Pepe, Benitez, Zidane, Demirbay, Koulibaly

Real Madrid close in on Hazard, Chelsea chase Pepe, Zidane targets Pogba and Mane, plus more.

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50 Cent, Ed Sheeran & Migos - Ruben Loftus-Cheek MOTD Mix

Chelsea and England midfielder Ruben Loftus-Cheek picks the tracks that make his football playlist.

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Wednesday, April 17, 2019

Chelsea v Slavia Prague

Preview followed by live coverage of Thursday's Europa League game between Chelsea and Slavia Prague.

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Tuesday, April 16, 2019

Football gossip: Bale, Sarri, Hazard, Pepe, Sessegnon, Coutinho, McNeil

Maurizio Sarri in line for Roma job, Chelsea want Nicolas Pepe, Gareth Bale not needed at Real Madrid, plus more.

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Liverpool 2-0 Chelsea: Reds work with police over Anfield smoke device incident

Liverpool are working with police to find and ban the person who threw a smoke device into away fans during the win over Chelsea.

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Monday, April 15, 2019

Football gossip: Coutinho, Rashford, Pogba, Mane, Hazard, Benitez, Vieira

Sadio Mane part of Real Madrid transfer plan, Philippe Coutinho a target for Chelsea, Barcelona want Marcus Rashford, plus more.

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Liverpool 2-0 Chelsea: Police look at Anfield flare incident

An incident where a nine-year-old needed medical treatment after a flare was thrown during Liverpool's win over Chelsea is being investigated by police.

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Kevin de Bruyne: I only spoke to Jose Mourinho twice at Chelsea

Belgium midfielder Kevin de Bruyne says he only spoke to manager Jose Mourinho twice during his time at Chelsea.

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Sunday, April 14, 2019

Football gossip: Dembele, Alderweireld, Icardi, Werner, Zaniolo, Pepe

Manchester United want former Celtic star, Werner set to leave RB Leipzig, Chelsea target Swedish teenager, plus more.

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Premier League title race: How Liverpool avoided 2014-style slip-up against Chelsea

How a calmer, stronger Liverpool have held their nerve to remain in contention for a first league title in 29 years.

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Liverpool 2-0 Chelsea: Maurizio Sarri criticises standard of Premier League refereeing

Chelsea manager Maurizio Sarri says the standard of refereeing does not match the quality of the Premier League after their 2-0 defeat by Liverpool.

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Liverpool 2-0 Chelsea: Jurgen Klopp 'proud & overwhelmed' by Liverpool performance

Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp is "overwhelmed" by his side's "fantastic" 2-0 win against Chelsea, which ensures they remain two points clear of Manchester City.

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Liverpool 2-0 Chelsea: Mohamed Salah scores a stunning goal as Reds reclaim lead

Mohamed Salah scores one of the best strikes of the season as Liverpool break Chelsea's resistance to reclaim top spot from Manchester City.

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Women’s FA Cup: Chelsea's Magdalena Eriksson scores own goal to gift Man City semi-final win

Watch Magdalena Eriksson score a "cruel" injury-time own goal to gift Man City a 1-0 win against Chelsea the Women's FA Cup semi-final.

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Women's FA Cup semi-final: Manchester City Women 1-0 Chelsea Women

Magdalena Eriksson's stoppage-time own goal sends Manchester City through the Women's FA Cup final at the expense of Chelsea.

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Liverpool v Chelsea - rate the players in Premier League match

Rate the players as Liverpool host Chelsea in a vital Premier League match at Anfield.

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Women's FA Cup semi-finals: Man City 'target cup' with title race out of their hands

BBC Sport previews Sunday's Women's FA Cup semi-finals, as Reading host West Ham United and Manchester City host Chelsea.

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Saturday, April 13, 2019

Chelsea investigating alleged racial abuse of Blues fan at Europa League tie

Chelsea are investigating a supporter's complaint of being racially abused by fellow Blues fans in the Europa League win at Slavia Prague.

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Women's FA Cup: Manchester City's mascot gesture to girl 'boys don't pass to'

Manchester City invite an 11-year-old footballer who says boys do not pass to her to be a mascot when they face Chelsea.

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Women's FA Cup semi-final: Man City v Chelsea - ones to watch

Manchester City's Jill Scott and Kiera Walsh pick out the players to watch in Sunday's Women's FA Cup semi-final clash with Chelsea.

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Friday, April 12, 2019

Pressure will get to Liverpool - Matt Fitzpatrick backs Chelsea in PL predictions

Golfer Matt Fitzpatrick backs Chelsea to beat Liverpool 2-1 in this week's Premier League predictions as he takes to the Augusta course at the Masters.

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Liverpool: Mohamed Salah abuse disgusting - Jurgen Klopp

The abuse directed at Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah in a song sung by some Chelsea fans is "disgusting", says manager Jurgen Klopp.

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Mohamed Salah video abuse is 'disgusting' says Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp says the abuse directed at Mohamed Salah in a song sung by a small number of Chelsea fans is "disgusting".

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Thursday, April 11, 2019

Five years since Steven Gerrard's slip: what else happened that day?

Five years after Steven Gerrard's famous slip ended Liverpool's title hopes against Chelsea, BBC Sport looks back on some other things you may have forgotten from that fateful match.

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Eden Hazard: 'We are Chelsea, we can beat anyone'

Chelsea midfielder Eden Hazard praises Jurgen Klopp and his Liverpool side before Sunday's Premier League meeting - but adds "we can beat anyone".

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Eden Hazard: Chelsea forward backs Maurizio Sarri football philosophy

Chelsea forward Eden Hazard says he has a good relationship with manager Maurizio Sarri because they think about football "the same way".

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Chelsea bar three people over Mohamed Salah video

Chelsea stop three people from attending their Europa League quarter-final after a video appeared to show them making abusive comments about Liverpool's Mohamed Salah.

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Fantasy football: Tips for picking your Premier League team

Should you steer clear of Liverpool players facing bogey team Chelsea? Here's our fantasy football guide for this weekend's Premier League fixtures.

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Wednesday, April 10, 2019

Slavia Prague v Chelsea: 'Tired' Hazard may be rested, says Sarri

Eden Hazard could be rested for Chelsea's Europa League quarter-final first leg against Slavia Prague, manager Maurizio Sarri says.

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Tuesday, April 9, 2019

Danny Drinkwater charged with drink-driving after crash

Chelsea midfielder Danny Drinkwater was arrested after a crash in Mere, Cheshire, on Monday.

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Monday, April 8, 2019

Eden Hazard: Maurizio Sarri says Chelsea must respect decision if forward wants to leave

Chelsea boss Maurizio Sarri says it will be "very difficult" to keep Eden Hazard if the forward wants to leave Stamford Bridge this summer.

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Chelsea 2-0 West Ham United: Maurizio Sarri hopes Eden Hazard rumours 'not true'

Chelsea boss Maurizio Sarri says Eden Hazard is a "devastating" player after he scores one of the goals of the Premier League season as Chelsea beat West Ham.

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Chelsea 2-0 West Ham United: Manuel Pellegrini frustrated with Hammers first half display

West Ham manager Manuel Pellegrini says Chelsea were allowed to "do what they wanted" in the first half of their 2-0 win at Stamford Bridge.

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Gonzalo Higuain: On-loan Chelsea striker intends to be at Stamford Bridge next season

Chelsea striker Gonzalo Higuain - on loan from Juventus - says he is happy at the club and intends to be at Stamford Bridge next season.

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Sunday, April 7, 2019

Football gossip: Pochettino, Pogba, Kepa, Giroud, Coutinho, Abraham

AC Milan want Pochettino, Real Madrid chase Chelsea's Kepa, West Ham keen on Dzeko, Sarri expects Giroud to stay, plus more.

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Chelsea v West Ham United

Preview followed by live coverage of Monday's Premier League game between Chelsea and West Ham United.

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Friday, April 5, 2019

Zinedine Zidane: Real Madrid manager 'appreciates' Chelsea's Eden Hazard

Real Madrid manager Zinedine Zidane says he has "always appreciated" potential Chelsea target Eden Hazard.

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Thursday, April 4, 2019

Chelsea chairman Bruce Buck says racism can be tackled with education not stadium bans

Chelsea "have a problem" with racist and anti-Semitic fan behaviour but think education will best tackle the issue, chairman Bruce Buck says.

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Wednesday, April 3, 2019

Chelsea 3-0 Brighton: Chris Hughton says 'moments of brilliance changed game'

Brighton boss Chris Hughton is pleased with the quality and attitude shown by his side in their 3-0 defeat at Chelsea, but admits moments of "brilliance" swung the game in the Blues' favour.

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Chelsea 3-0 Brighton: 'Wonderful' Blues goals please Maurizio Sarri

Chelsea boss Maurizio Sarri feels his side played "good football" and scored "wonderful" goals as they beat Brighton 3-0 at Stamford Bridge.

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Chelsea 3-0 Brighton & Hove Albion: Stylish Blues brush aside Seagulls

A new-look Chelsea cruise to Premier League victory over Brighton & Hove Albion thanks to three excellent goals.

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Tuesday, April 2, 2019

Callum Hudson-Odoi is 'ready' to play for Chelsea, says manager Maurizio Sarri

Chelsea boss Maurizio Sarri says England winger Callum Hudson-Odoi is now "ready to play" for Chelsea.

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Fran Kirby: England forward withdraws from squad with knee injury

Chelsea forward Fran Kirby pulls of the England squad for this month's friendlies against Canada and Spain with a knee injury.

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Monday, April 1, 2019

Phil Neville: England boss calls on big clubs to hold women's matches at their stadiums

England women boss Phil Neville says clubs like Man Utd, Chelsea and Arsenal should "throw open" their stadiums for women's football matches.

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Lawro's Premier League predictions v Feeder bassist Taka

BBC Sport football expert Mark Lawrenson takes on Feeder bassist and Chelsea fan Taka to predict the midweek Premier League fixtures.

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Premier League stats: Do late goals help win titles in the top-flight?

Liverpool score late yet again, Chelsea end long wait and should Wolves be doing even better? The weekend's best stats.

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Match Of The Day 2 pundits discuss refereeing decisions in Cardiff loss to Chelsea

After Cardiff's loss to Chelsea and Neil Warnock's post-match reaction the Match Of The Day 2 pundits look at whether or not the decisions within a game even themselves out

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Sunday, March 31, 2019

Neil Warnock: Cardiff City boss laments 'worst refs in the world' after Chelsea loss

Neil Warnock describes Premier League officials as the "worst in the world" after his Cardiff City side's controversial loss to Chelsea.

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Maurizio Sarri: Chelsea fans criticise boss who says he is 'getting used to it'

Chelsea boss Maurizio Sarri says he is "getting used" to criticism as Blues fans turn on the Italian during a controversial win at Cardiff.

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Chelsea 'lucky' with decisions but 'deserved' Cardiff win - Maurizio Sarri

Chelsea head coach Maurizio Sarri says his were "lucky" with some of the key decisions but deserved the three point.

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Cardiff 1-2 Chelsea: Premier League best in world but probably has the worst officials - Neil Warnock

Cardiff's Neil Warnock criticises the match officials after key decisions didn't go their way in a 2-1 defeat at home to Chelsea, claiming the London side "got away with murder."

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Cardiff City 1-2 Chelsea: Visitors come from behind with Azpilicueta and Loftus-Cheek goals

Substitute Ruben Loftus-Cheek scores a dramatic 91st-minute winner as Chelsea come from behind to beat Cardiff.

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Friday, March 29, 2019

Callum Hudson-Odoi 'will stay' with Chelsea - Sarri

Maurizio Sarri says teenage winger Callum Hudson-Odoi will stay with Chelsea and can become one of Europe's leading players.

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Thursday, March 28, 2019

Gonzalo Higuain: Chelsea and Argentina striker retires from international duty

Chelsea and Argentina striker Gonzalo Higuain announces his retirement from international football.

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Wednesday, March 27, 2019

Women's Champions League: Paris Saint-Germain Féminines 2-1 Chelsea Women (2-3 agg)

Maren Mjelde scores a dramatic injury-time goal at PSG to send Chelsea through to the Women's Champions League semi-finals.

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Callum Hudson-Odoi: Chelsea offer winger counselling after racist abuse

Chelsea have offered counselling to teenage winger Callum Hudson-Odoi after he was subjected to racist abuse twice in 11 days.

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Chelsea: Callum Hudson-Odoi deserves starting place - Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink

Winger Callum Hudson-Odoi deserves a place in the Chelsea starting XI, says former striker Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink.

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Premier League: Chelsea's Robert Green describes life as a third-choice goalkeeper

Former England number one Robert Green explains what life is like as a third-choice goalkeeper in the Premier League.

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Tuesday, March 26, 2019

Euro 2020 qualifying: Alvaro Morata helps Spain edge past Malta

Atletico Madrid's on-loan Chelsea striker Alvaro Morata scores both goals as Spain laboured to a Euro 2020 qualifying win in Malta.

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Callum Hudson-Odoi: Uefa investigate racism case during Chelsea game

Uefa are investigating an alleged case of racist abuse towards Callum Hudson-Odoi during Chelsea's Europa League win at Dynamo Kiev.

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Millie Bright and Jill Scott back in England squad for friendlies

Chelsea's Millie Bright and Manchester City's Jill Scott have returned to the England squad for next month's friendlies against Canada and Spain.

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Sunday, March 24, 2019

Cyprus 0-2 Belgium: Eden Hazard scores again as Red Devils top Euro qualifying group

Chelsea striker Eden Hazard scores on his 100th Belgium appearance as they beat Cyprus comfortably to go top of Euro 2020 qualifying Group I.

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Eden Hazard scores again as Belgium top Euro qualifying group

Chelsea striker Eden Hazard scores on his 100th Belgium appearance as they beat Cyprus comfortably to go top of Euro 2020 qualifying Group I.

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Friday, March 22, 2019

Women's Champions League: Chelsea fans 'should not be discouraged' from travelling to PSG

Emma Hayes says Chelsea Women fans "should not be discouraged" from going to France after weapons were found on a coach carrying PSG supporters.

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Friday's gossip: Eriksen, Alaba, Anderson, Neymar, Hudson-Odoi, Maguire

Chelsea eye Wolves boss or Lampard return, Real Madrid want Tottenham midfielder, Man Utd keen on England defender, plus more.

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Thursday, March 21, 2019

Belgium 3-1 Russia: Eden Hazard scores twice in Euro 2020 qualifier

Chelsea's Eden Hazard scores twice to spare the blushes of former club-mate Thibaut Courtois as Belgium defeat Euro 2020 qualification rivals Russia.

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Chelsea Women's Champions League tie: Weapons found on fan coach

Knuckledusters, knives and drugs are found on a coach taking PSG fans to a women's cup match.

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Women's Champions League: Chelsea Women v Paris Saint-Germain Feminines

Preview followed by live coverage of Thursday's Women's Champions League quarter-final first leg between Chelsea and PSG.

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Wednesday, March 20, 2019

Women's Super League: Emma Hayes says Barclays sponsorship is 'watershed moment'

Chelsea boss Emma Hayes says securing WSL sponsorship is a "watershed moment" and says the league will become the best in the world.

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Tuesday, March 19, 2019

Callum Hudson-Odoi: England striker can play at highest level, says Harry Kane

Chelsea winger Callum Hudson-Odoi can play "at the highest level", according to England captain Harry Kane.

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Ross Barkley: Everton and FA investigate after object thrown towards midfielder

The FA and Everton investigate after an object was thrown towards Ross Barkley during the Premier League win over Chelsea on Sunday.

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Monday, March 18, 2019

Callum Hudson-Odoi: Chelsea winger called up to England squad from Under-21s

Chelsea winger Callum Hudson-Odoi is called up to the England squad for the first time for the Euro 2020 qualifiers.

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Chelsea complain about racial abuse of Callum Hudson-Odoi at Dynamo Kiev

Chelsea complain to Uefa about racist abuse aimed at Callum Hudson-Odoi during their Europa League win at Dynamo Kiev.

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Women's FA Cup: Holders Chelsea face Man City, Reading host West Ham

Holders Chelsea are drawn away at Women's Super League leaders Manchester City in the semi-finals of the Women's FA Cup.

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Sunday, March 17, 2019

Have Sarri's Chelsea reached their mental limit?

Is Maurizio Sarri the right man to improve Chelsea's fortunes, following their 2-0 loss at Everton?

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Football gossip: Griezmann, Sarri, Felix, Rodriguez, Richarlison

Griezmann keen on Barcelona move but they do not want him, Chelsea might sack Sarri this week, Richarlison price puts off AC Milan, plus more.

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Everton 2-0 Chelsea: Second-half display 'worries' Maurizio Sarri

Chelsea manager Maurizio Sarri says he "can't explain" and is "worried" by their second-half performance in the 2-0 loss to Everton at Goodison Park.

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Everton 2-0 Chelsea: David Silva says Toffees 'did everything different' in second half

Everton boss Marco Silva says his players responded to a poor first half against Chelsea by doing "everything different" in the second to claim a 2-0 win.

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Everton dent Chelsea's top-four hopes

Everton produce one of their best results of the season to dent Chelsea's bid for a Premier League top-four finish.

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Women's FA Cup: Durham Women 0-1 Chelsea Women

Holders Chelsea narrowly beat Championship side Durham to reach the Women's FA Cup semi-finals for a sixth straight year.

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Friday, March 15, 2019

Europa League: Arsenal play Napoli and Chelsea face Slavia Prague in quarter-finals

Arsenal will face Napoli, while Chelsea take on Slavia Prague in the Europa League quarter-finals.

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Thursday, March 14, 2019

Callum Hudson-Odoi: Chelsea winger named in England U21 squad

Chelsea winger Callum Hudson-Odoi has been named in the England Under-21 squad for the first time.

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Dynamo Kiev v Chelsea

Preview followed by live coverage of Thursday's Europa League game between Dynamo Kiev and Chelsea.

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Wednesday, March 13, 2019

Liverpool Women 0-4 Chelsea Women: Fran Kirby hat-trick helps visitors win

Fran Kirby scores a hat-trick as Chelsea Women beat Liverpool to move within a point of second-placed Arsenal in the WSL table.

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Football gossip: Sancho, Hazard, Mourinho, Bale, Karius, Courtois

Manchester United set to make a move for Borussia Dortmund's Jadon Sancho, Chelsea want at least £100m for forward Eden Hazard, plus more.

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Monday, March 11, 2019

Football gossip: Zidane, Hazard, Eriksen, Solskjaer, Gundogan, De Light, Jokanaovic

Returning Real boss linked with key Chelsea and Tottenham men, Manchester United hoping to confirm appointment, Manchester City midfielder uncertain of future, plus more.

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