Friday, July 31, 2020

FA Cup final 2020, Arsenal v Chelsea: Gunners excited to 'save season' - Alexandre Lacazette

Arsenal's Alexandre Lacazette says the players are excited about the FA Cup final because they know they can "save our season".

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Transfer rumours: Sancho, Havertz, Coutinho, Willian, Guendouzi

Barcelona want Man City defender, Chelsea close in on Havertz deal, Arsenal could swap Guendouzi for Coutinho, plus more.

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FA Cup final 2020: Chelsea boss Frank Lampard wants players to 'feel pressure'

Chelsea manager Frank Lampard says his side "cannot cruise" into Saturday's FA Cup final against Arsenal at Wembley.

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Frank Lampard, Didier Drogba & Roberto Di Matteo - Great Chelsea FA Cup final goals

Watch five of Chelsea's best FA Cup final goals including a super strike from current Blues boss Frank Lampard, two corkers from Didier Drogba & a screamer from Roberto Di Matteo.

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Thursday, July 30, 2020

FA Cup final: Why Arsenal's Mikel Arteta and Chelsea's Frank Lampard have a bright future

Mikel Arteta and Frank Lampard hunt their first trophy as managers when Arsenal and Chelsea meet in Saturday's FA Cup final.

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Transfer rumours: Jimenez, Bale, Ter Stegen, Sancho, Ozil, Alaba

Raul Jimenez on his way to Manchester United, Gareth Bale staying at Real Madrid, Chelsea move for Marc-Andre ter Stegen, plus more.

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FA Cup final 2020: Lawro's Arsenal v Chelsea prediction with Josh Franceschi and Willie J Healey

Mark Lawrenson takes on You Me At Six frontman Josh Franceschi and Willie J Healey to predict who will win Saturday's FA Cup final between Arsenal and Chelsea.

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FA Cup final: Winners to collect trophy on Wembley pitch

The winners of Saturday's FA Cup final between Arsenal and Chelsea will collect the trophy on the pitch without a presentation party.

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Wednesday, July 29, 2020

Arsenal v Chelsea: Pick your combined XI for FA Cup final

As London rivals Chelsea and Arsenal prepare to go head to head in the FA Cup final - who do you pick in a combined XI?

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FA Cup final: How to watch and follow on the BBC

Arsenal and Chelsea meet in the FA Cup final on Saturday, 1 August - and you can watch it live on BBC TV.

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Transfer rumours: Diaz, Suarez, Alaba, Henderson, Chilwell

Spurs keen on Porto winger Diaz, Inter Miami targeting Suarez, Chelsea prioritise Chilwell signing, plus more.

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Bethany England: Chelsea Women and England forward signs new contract

Chelsea forward Bethany England extends her contract with the Women's Super League champions until the end of the 2023-24 season.

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Tuesday, July 28, 2020

Timo Werner: Chelsea striker says manager Lampard the 'main' attraction in moving to London club

Chelsea's newest recruit Timo Werner says playing under manager Frank Lampard was the "main" attraction upon deciding to join the club.

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Monday, July 27, 2020

Transfer rumours: Sancho, Grealish, Havertz, Coutinho, Willian, Howe

Man Utd have £89m Sancho bid rejected, Coutinho asks for more time over Arsenal move, Willian set to sign new Chelsea deal, plus more.

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Sunday, July 26, 2020

Transfer rumours: Arrizabalaga, Coutinho, Barnes, Ward-Prowse

Arrizabalaga willing to take pay cut to secure Chelsea exit, Liverpool keen on Barnes, Ward-Prowse set for new Southampton deal, plus more.

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Pedro: Chelsea boss Frank Lampard confirms striker's departure

Spanish striker Pedro is leaving Chelsea after five years, manager Frank Lampard confirms.

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What happened on the final day of the 2019-20 Premier League season?

Aston Villa secure Premier League survival as Manchester United and Chelsea earn Champions League places on a dramatic final day.

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Chelsea 2-0 Wolves: Chelsea played it out perfectly against Wolves - Frank Lampard

Chelsea manager Frank Lampard says his side "played it out perfectly" following a 2-0 win against Wolves which sealed fourth place in the Premier League to wrap up qualification for next season's Champions League.

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Chelsea 2-0 Wolves: Mason Mount and Olivier Giroud secure win

Chelsea seal fourth place in the Premier League to wrap up qualification for next season's Champions League with a 2-0 win over Wolves.

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Friday, July 24, 2020

Jurgen Klopp & Frank Lampard: Liverpool & Chelsea bosses on touchline argument

Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp and Chelsea manager Frank Lampard respond after a heated exchange on the touchline during Liverpool's 5-3 win on Wednesday.

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Liverpool: Jurgen Klopp dismisses 'arrogant' claim & says Frank Lampard 'has to learn'

Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp says his staff were not arrogant in their win over Chelsea and that Frank Lampard has to learn to "close the book" on touchline arguments.

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Thursday, July 23, 2020

Transfer rumours: Torres, Gimenez, Havertz, Alcantara, Zaniolo, Cavani, Balotelli

Valencia take tough stance over Manchester City target Torres, Chelsea looking at Atletico Madrid defender Gimenez, Brighton not selling White, plus more.

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Wednesday, July 22, 2020

Liverpool 5-3 Chelsea: Jurgen Klopp 'couldn't be more proud' after Reds lift trophy

Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp says he couldn't be more proud after his side played an "exciting" final home game of their Premier League winning season beating Chelsea 5-3.

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Liverpool 5-3 Chelsea: Henderson on 'amazing feeling' of lifting Premier League trophy

Liverpool captain Jordan Henderson says he achieved a boyhood dream after lifting the Premier League trophy aloft after Liverpool's 5-3 win over Chelsea at Anfield.

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Liverpool 5-3 Chelsea: Champions win thriller before receiving trophy

Liverpool beat Chelsea in a eight-goal thriller on the night the Reds' 30-year wait to get their hands on the English top-flight trophy ends.

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Liverpool 5-3 Chelsea: Blues made mistakes but reacted to them - Frank Lampard

Chelsea boss Frank Lampard admits it was a great game for the neutral but is pleased with the way his side reacted to the mistakes they made during their 5-3 defeat at Liverpool.

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FA Cup Final: Anthony Taylor to referee second final

Anthony Taylor will become the first referee to take charge of two FA Cup finals since 1901 when Arsenal face Chelsea at Wembley on 1 August.

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Tuesday, July 21, 2020

Transfer rumours: Henderson, Aubameyang, Cavani, Soucek, Bruce, Hojbjerg

Chelsea target Man Utd keeper Henderson, Arteta 'confident' of Aubameyang deal, Leeds Utd keen on Cavani, plus more.

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Liverpool FC fans warned not to repeat Anfield gatherings

The Reds are set to lift the Premier League trophy in a season finale against Chelsea on Wednesday.

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David de Gea: Did Manchester United keeper peak in 2017?

Manchester United keeper David de Gea has come under scrutiny again after his errors contributed to his side's FA Cup semi-final defeat by Chelsea.

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Monday, July 20, 2020

Eric Bailly: Man Utd defender released from hospital after FA Cup semi-final injury

Defender Eric Bailly says he is "OK" after being taken off in a neck brace during Manchester United's FA Cup defeat by Chelsea.

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FA Cup: Chelsea win over Man Utd watched by 7.3m on BBC

Chelsea's 3-1 FA Cup semi-final win over Manchester United attracted a peak audience of 7.3 million to the BBC.

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Olivier Giroud scores in FA Cup semi-final: Made in Chelsea's Sam Thompson & MOTDx's Liv Cooke react

MOTDx presenter Reece Parkinson alongside BBC's Liam Loftus, football freestyler Liv Cooke and Made in Chelsea's Sam Thompson react to Olivier Giroud's clever goal on the latest Watchalong episode.

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Sunday, July 19, 2020

Frank Lampard: Chelsea have 'more to come' and will close the gap

Chelsea manager Frank Lampard says "there will be more to come" from his side who plan a busy summer in the transfer market after they booked an FA Cup final against Arsenal.

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Manchester United 1-3 Chelsea: De Gea and Maguire errors send Chelsea to FA Cup final

Watch highlights as two David de Gea errors and a Harry Maguire own goal see Chelsea reach the FA Cup final where they will face Arsenal.

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David de Gea: Man Utd to stick with goalkeeper after FA Cup errors, says Solskjaer

Manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer says he will stick with goalkeeper David de Gea despite his latest errors in the FA Cup semi-final defeat by Chelsea.

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FA Cup: Mason Mount profits from 'absolute howler' by De Gea to double Chelsea's lead

Mason Mount profits from an "absolute howler" by David de Gea to double Chelsea's lead over Manchester United in the FA Cup semi final at Wembley.

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FA Cup: Olivier Giroud gives Chelsea half-time lead over Manchester United

Olivier Giroud scores with a "deft little touch" off the outside of his boot to give Chelsea a 1-0 lead over Manchester United in the FA Cup semi final at Wembley.

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FA Cup: Man Utd v Chelsea - rate the players

Rate the players in the FA Cup semi-final between Manchester United and Chelsea.

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FA Cup: Harry Maguire own goal gives Chelsea 3-0 FA Cup lead over Man Utd

Chelsea take a 3-0 lead over Manchester United in the FA Cup semi final courtesy of an own goal from defender Harry Maguire.

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FA Cup: Chelsea's Christian Pulisic says top four and trophy would be 'massive'

Chelsea's Christian Pulisic tells BBC Sport that a top-four Premier League finish and winning the FA Cup would be "massive" for the Blues in their first season under Frank Lampard.

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Saturday, July 18, 2020

Manchester United v Chelsea

Preview followed by live coverage of Sunday's FA Cup semi-final between Manchester United and Chelsea.

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Friday, July 17, 2020

Premier League, FA Cup, EFL Cup, winter break: what will give in the 2020-21 fixture pile-up?

Could Chelsea, Manchester City, Manchester United and Wolves start next season later? BBC Sport looks at what could give in the 2020-21 calendar.

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Andre Schurrle: Former Chelsea forward and World Cup winner retires at 29

World Cup winner Andre Schurrle says he doesn't "need the applause any more" after announcing his retirement at 29.

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FA Cup: Chelsea goals against Nottingham Forest, Hull City, Liverpool & Leicester

Watch all the goals that Chelsea have scored in the FA Cup this season before their semi-final against Manchester United live.

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FA Cup: Manchester United goals against Wolves, Tranmere, Derby & Norwich

Watch all the goals Manchester United have scored in the FA Cup this season before their semi-final against Chelsea.

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Thursday, July 16, 2020

Transfer rumours: Pogba, Havertz, Tagliafico, Sarr, Thiago

Man Utd midfielder to sign long-term deal, Chelsea target wanted until August, plus more.

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WSL Awards: Chelsea's Emma Hayes and Beth England head list of winners

Chelsea manager Emma Hayes and striker Beth England collect top honours at the WSL Awards.

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FA Cup semi-finals: How to watch and follow on the BBC this weekend

Here is how to follow the FA Cup semi-finals - Arsenal v Manchester City and Manchester United v Chelsea - on BBC TV, radio and online.

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Wednesday, July 15, 2020

Liverpool to lift Premier League trophy on the Kop after Chelsea visit

Liverpool will lift the Premier League trophy in a special ceremony on the Kop following next Wednesday's fixture with Chelsea.

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Tuesday, July 14, 2020

MOTD Top 10 podcast: Gianfranco Zola on Diego Maradona, Ronaldo and life at Chelsea

Former Chelsea star Gianfranco Zola tells Match of the Day's Top 10 podcast about the moments that shaped his career.

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Chelsea 1-0 Norwich: Frank Lampard says beating Canaries more important than performance

Chelsea boss Frank Lampard admits it wasn't a "vintage" victory but is delighted his side claimed a 1-0 win over Norwich which keeps them in the hunt for a top four finish.

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Chelsea 1-0 Norwich: Canaries character pleases Daniel Farke after narrow defeat

Norwich boss Daniel Farke is full of praise for the character of his side as they put in a spirited performance during a narrow 1-0 defeat against Chelsea at Stamford Bridge.

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Chelsea 1-0 Norwich: Olivier Giroud scores as Blues move clear in Champions League race

Olivier Giroud's header on the stroke of half-time gives Chelsea victory over relegated Norwich and puts them on course for a place in the Champions League.

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Transfer rumours: Oblak, Rashford, Coutinho, Neymar, Hojbjerg

Chelsea willing to spend 100m euros for Atletico keeper and PSG target Marcus Rashford. Read our gossip column.

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Gossip: Could Chelsea really sign Kai Havertz, Ben Chilwell and Cristiano Ronaldo?

BBC Sport's Liam Loftus is joined by Chelsea fan Lewis Gebreselassie to discuss the Blues' transfer news, from done deals to wild rumours about Cristiano Ronaldo moving to Stamford Bridge.

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Saturday, July 11, 2020

Sheff Utd 3-0 Chelsea: Every Chelsea player below par - Frank Lampard on defeat

Chelsea boss Frank Lampard says his teams performance was "not good enough" and "below par" following Sheffield United's 3-0 win over the Blues.

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Sheff Utd 3-0 Chelsea: David McGoldrick one of the best I've worked with - Chris Wilder

Sheffield United boss Chris Wilder praises David McGoldrick after the striker scored his first goals of the Premier League season in a 3-0 win over Chelsea.

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Sheffield United 3-0 Chelsea: Blades move into top six

Sheffield United move into the Premier League's top six with a convincing victory over Champions League-chasing Chelsea.

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Friday, July 10, 2020

Chelsea: Billy Gilmour out for three to four months after knee operation

Chelsea manager Frank Lampard says midfielder Billy Gilmour will be out for about three to four months after having a knee operation.

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Wednesday, July 8, 2020

Transfer rumours: Godfrey, Havertz, De Bruyne, Hojbjerg, Garcia

Norwich want £50m for Dortmund target, Havertz tells Chelsea he wants to join, Ajax join the race for Hojbjerg, plus more.

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MOTD Top 10 podcast: Cesc Fabregas on Jose Mourinho, Steven Gerrard and World Cup final goals

Former Arsenal, Barcelona and Chelsea midfielder Cesc Fabregas picks some of the most memorable moments from his career for the new MOTD Top 10 podcast.

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Tuesday, July 7, 2020

Crystal Palace 2-3 Chelsea: Frank Lampard admits his side got 'a bit of luck' in Crystal Palace win

Chelsea manager Frank Lampard admits his side got "a bit of luck" in their win against Crystal Palace, after almost conceding an equaliser in the last moments of the game.

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Crystal Palace 2-3 Chelsea: Roy Hodgson believes Eagles deserve credit for strong performance

Crystal Palace boss Roy Hodgson says his players deserve credit for a strong performance against Chelsea.

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Crystal Palace 2-3 Chelsea: Blues beat Palace despite Wilfried Zaha stunner

Chelsea further strengthen their position in the Premier League's top four with victory over Crystal Palace in an entertaining encounter at Selhurst Park.

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Monday, July 6, 2020

Transfer rumours: Rice, Koulibaly, Skriniar, Milinkovic-Savic, Ake, Edouard

Chelsea step up Rice chase, Man City and Man Utd want Koulibaly and Skriniar, Palace plan £25m Edouard move, plus more.

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Sunday, July 5, 2020

Transfer rumours: Havertz, Messi, Saint-Maximin, Bellerin, Alcantara

Chelsea to sell six to fund Havertz deal, Arsenal and Napoli lead Saint-Maximin chase, Messi to wait for City, plus more.

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Saturday, July 4, 2020

Match of the Day: How Ian Wright beats Jamie Vardy, matches Willian, but loses out to Bukayo Saka

Match of the Day presenter Gary Lineker shows how pundit Ian Wright compares to headline makers, Leicester's Jamie Vardy, Willian of Chelsea and Arsenal youngster Bukayo Saka.

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Chelsea 3-0 Watford: Nigel Pearson urges Hornets to 'embrace' survival fight

Watford boss Nigel Pearson says his side can win the battle to stay in the Premier League if they "embrace" the challenge rather than "fear" it.

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Chelsea 3-0 Watford: Frank Lampard pleased with 'professional' win

Chelsea manager Frank Lampard says he is pleased with a "professional" 3-0 Premier League win over Watford at Stamford Bridge which keeps his side firmly in the hunt for a Champions League place.

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Chelsea 3-0 Watford: Blues boost Champions League hopes with comfortable win over struggling Hornets

Chelsea boost Champions League qualification hopes with a comfortable win over Premier League strugglers Watford.

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Transfer rumours: Havertz, Willian, Rodriguez, Hojbjerg, Aarons

Chelsea could be helped in Havertz chase as Bayern cool interest, Real Madrid want to sell Rodriguez, Tottenham keen on Aarons from Norwich, plus more.

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Friday, July 3, 2020

Football Focus: Is Chelsea's Mason Mount the nicest guy in football?

Chelsea's Mason Mount talks to Football Focus' Caroline de Moraes about whether he might be the nicest guy in football and what it's like learning from his manager, Frank Lampard.

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Frank Lampard: Chelsea boss wants 'big reflection' on VAR

Chelsea boss Frank Lampard says there needs to be a "collective sit-down" at the end of the season to improve the video assistant referee system.

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Thursday, July 2, 2020

Transfer rumours: Digne, Bailey, Arrizabalaga, Grealish, Henderson

Chelsea and Manchester City could turn to Digne, City target defensive trio, Spurs eye French goalkeeper, plus more.

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Wednesday, July 1, 2020

Chelsea abuse High Court case a fight for ‘justice and equality’ say ex-players

Two former Chelsea youth-team players have told the BBC they are "still fighting for justice and equality" after alleging they were racially abused at the club in the 1990s.

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West Ham United 3-2 Chelsea: Michail Antonio joy at 'massive' West Ham win

West Ham's Michail Antonio describes as "massive" the three points his side claimed in a 3-2 Premier League win over London rivals Chelsea at the London Stadium.

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West Ham 3-2 Chelseas: Frank Lampard 'not happy' after late 3-2 defeat

Chelsea boss Frank Lampard says he was "not happy" after a 3-2 defeat by West Ham and his side needed to "defend the moment better" after Andriy Yarmolenko's late winner.

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West Ham 3-2 Chelsea: Yarmolenko hits injury-time winner

Andriy Yarmolenko came off the bench to hit an injury-time winner to boost West Ham's survival bid against Chelsea at London stadium.

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West Ham United 3-2 Chelsea: David Moyes says victory was 'deserved'

West Ham manager David Moyes says their win against London rivals Chelsea was deserved, but adds that there is still room for improvement.

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FA Cup: Manchester United v Chelsea semi-final to be shown live on BBC TV

This month's FA Cup semi-final between Manchester United and Chelsea will be shown live on BBC One.

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