Friday, December 31, 2021

Romelu Lukaku: Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel 'does not like' striker's comments

Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel says Romelu Lukaku's comments in an interview in which the striker said he was "not happy" with his role at the club "brings noise that we don't need".

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Chelsea v Liverpool: Who makes your combined XI?

Chelsea host Liverpool in the Premier League on Sunday but who would make your combined XI from the two sides?

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Chelsea: Romelu Lukaku comments bring 'noise we don't need' - Thomas Tuchel

Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel says Romelu Lukaku's comments about being unhappy with his bit-part role "brings noise that we don't need".

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Thursday, December 30, 2021

Romelu Lukaku 'not happy' with role under Thomas Tuchel at Chelsea

Striker Romelu Lukaku, who returned to Chelsea for a club record £97.5m in August, says he was "not happy" with his role under Blues boss Thomas Tuchel earlier this season.

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Chelsea announce annual losses after tax of £145.6m despite turnover rising to £416.8m

Chelsea announce losses after tax of £145.6m for the year to 30 June 2021, despite their turnover increasing to £416.8m.

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Wednesday, December 29, 2021

Thomas Tuchel: 'Stupid' to think Chelsea are in title race

Thomas Tuchel says his side cannot challenge for the Premier League crown while he has so many players out injured and ill.

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Chelsea 1-1 Brighton: Thomas Tuchel 'very disappointed' with VAR not awarding 'clear penalty'

Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel says he was "very disappointed" VAR did not award his side a "clear penalty" in their 1-1 draw with Brighton and Hove Albion at Stamford Bridge in the Premier League.

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Chelsea 1-1 Brighton: A point against Chelsea is a 'great feeling' - Graham Potter

Brighton and Hove Albion manager Graham Potter says his side picking up a 1-1 draw against Chelsea was a "good feeling".

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Chelsea 1-1 Brighton & Hove Albion: Danny Welbeck heads stoppage-time equaliser for Seagulls

Substitute Danny Welbeck scores a dramatic stoppage-time equaliser for Brighton to deny Chelsea victory at Stamford Bridge and dent their Premier League title hopes.

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Chelsea: Former captain John Terry to return in coaching consultancy role

Former captain John Terry will return to Chelsea in a coaching consultancy role with the club's academy.

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Tuesday, December 28, 2021

Ben Chilwell: Chelsea defender expected to have knee surgery

Chelsea defender Ben Chilwell could miss the rest of the season, as he is likely to need knee surgery.

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Monday, December 27, 2021

Transfer rumours: Kessie, Alli, Raphinha, James, Haaland, Coutinho, Botman

Tottenham leading race to sign Kessie, Newcastle not keen on Alli move, Chelsea to rival Liverpool for Raphinha, plus more.

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Sunday, December 26, 2021

Aston Villa 1-3 Chelsea: Thomas Tuchel criticises schedule and says his side 'are struggling'

Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel criticises the Premier League's festive schedule and says his side "are struggling" after sustaining further injuries.

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Aston Villa 1-3 Chelsea: Five substitutes a must - Gary McAllister

Aston Villa assistant manager Gary McAllister believes the Premier League should return to allowing teams to make five substitutes to help protect players.

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Aston Villa 1-3 Chelsea: Injury and covid-hit Chelsea 'filling holes' says Tuchel

Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel says he is "filling holes" and reiterates calls to allow five changes during games to protect players.

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Aston Villa 1-3 Chelsea: Jorginho and Romelu Lukaku goals give Thomas Tuchel's side three points

Jorginho scores two penalties as Chelsea fight back from a goal down to beat Aston Villa and move level on points with second-placed Liverpool.

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Saturday, December 25, 2021

Steven Gerrard: Aston Villa boss to miss two Premier League games after positive Covid-19 test

Aston Villa boss Steven Gerrard will miss Sunday's Boxing Day game at home to Chelsea and Tuesday's trip to Leeds after a positive Covid-19 test.

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Thursday, December 23, 2021

Transfer rumours: Ziyech, Camavinga, Dembele, Dest, Cavani

AC Milan pursue Chelsea playmaker, Liverpool eye Real Madrid midfielder, Newcastle make move for Barcelona forward, plus more.

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Best of 2021: Women's FA Cup final highlights - Arsenal 0-3 Chelsea

Watch highlights as an early goal from Fran Kirby and a Sam Kerr double helps Chelsea comfortably see off Arsenal in the delayed final to last season's FA Cup to win their first domestic treble.

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Best of 2021: FA Cup final highlights -Chelsea 0-1 Leicester City

Watch highlights as Youri Tielemans' glorious goal wins Leicester City the FA Cup for the first time in their history.

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Wednesday, December 22, 2021

Carabao Cup semi-final draw: Arsenal v Liverpool & Chelsea v Tottenham

Arsenal will face Liverpool in the semi-finals of the Carabao Cup, while Chelsea will meet Tottenham.

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Chelsea FC owner Roman Abramovich wins apology over Putin claim

HarperCollins apologises to Chelsea FC's owner over allegations he was ordered to buy the club.

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Tuesday, December 21, 2021

Transfer rumours: Gomez, Coman, Martial, Azpilicueta, Marquinhos, Milinkovic-Savic

Real Madrid keen on England defender Gomez, Coman wanted by trio, Chelsea had Marquinhos bid rejected plus more.

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Premier League: Man City on top but no team in control of title race - Alan Shearer analysis

Manchester City are top of the Premier League at Christmas but Liverpool and Chelsea are still right in the title race, says MOTD pundit Alan Shearer.

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Brentford v Chelsea: Blues must 'start from scratch' says Thomas Tuchel

Preview followed by live coverage of Wednesday's Carabao Cup game between Brentford and Chelsea.

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Thomas Tuchel: Chelsea boss feels break would have been better, but perhaps not the solution

Boss Thomas Tuchel says Chelsea have suffered badly from Covid-19 and could have done with a break.

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Monday, December 20, 2021

Transfer rumours: Martial, Dzeko, Kamara, Alvarez, Rudiger, Arthur

Newcastle eye Anthony Martial, Man Utd close to first signing of Ralf Rangnick era, Chelsea defender chased by Real Madrid, plus more.

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Leeds United fined £20,000 for surrounding the referee during Chelsea defeat

Leeds United are fined £20,000 by the Football Association for surrounding the referee during their 3-2 loss at Chelsea earlier this month.

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Sunday, December 19, 2021

Wolverhampton Wanderers 0-0 Chelsea: Bruno Lage says Wolves deserved more than a point

Wolves boss Bruno Lage says they "deserved more" than a point from their 0-0 draw with Chelsea after VAR ruled out an early strike from Daniel Podence for offside.

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Wolverhampton Wanderers 0-0 Chelsea: 'It's not safe' - Thomas Tuchel annoyed Covid-hit Chelsea forced to play

Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel says he is worried about the safety of his players after a request to postpone their match against Wolves due to a Covid-19 outbreak was denied.

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Wolverhampton Wanderers 0-0 Chelsea: Visitors' title hopes hit with draw

Chelsea slip further behind leaders Manchester City in the title race as they are held to a goalless draw by Wolverhampton Wanderers.

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Chelsea say a request to postpone Sunday's Premier League game at Wolves was rejected

Chelsea confirm a request to postpone Sunday's match at Wolves was turned down by Premier League chiefs.

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Friday, December 17, 2021

'It takes your breath away' - Chelsea's Mason Mount reflects on his incredible 2021

Chelsea midfielder Mason Mount says 2021 has been a "special" year for him, with personal highlights including winning the Champions League, and reaching the Euro 2020 final.

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Women's Super League: BBC to broadcast three live matches in January

Three WSL games will be broadcast live on the BBC in January - Brighton v Manchester City, Arsenal v Reading and Brighton v Chelsea.

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Thursday, December 16, 2021

Transfer rumours: Rudiger, Haaland, Aubameyang, De Jong, Martial, Loftus-Cheek, Meslier

Antonio Rudiger set to quit Chelsea for Manchester United, Erling Braut Haaland blow for Barcelona, Roma eye Ruben Loftus-Cheek, plus more.

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Emma Hayes: Chelsea boss says players 'sick' with worry about Covid before Wolfsburg defeat

Chelsea boss Emma Hayes says the "worry" of Covid-19 cases in her squad "played a major part" in the defeat by Wolfsburg which ended their Women's Champions League campaign.

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Everton condemn homophobic chant at Stamford Bridge

Everton condemn a homophobic chant aimed at a Chelsea player when the teams played in the Premier League on Thursday.

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Chelsea 1-1 Everton: Thomas Tuchel says draw is 'hard to swallow'

Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel says his side's 1-1 draw against Everton was "hard to swallow" but is not disappointed with their performance.

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Chelsea 1-1 Everton: Rafael Benitez delighted with 'great point'

Everton manager Rafa Benitez says his players did "everything they could" to earn themselves a 1-1 draw against Chelsea at Stamford Bridge.

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Chelsea 1-1 Everton: Jarrad Branthwaite equaliser gives Toffees hard-earned point

Chelsea miss a chance to move two points behind Premier League leaders Manchester City as a depleted Everton side earn a superb point.

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Wednesday, December 15, 2021

Transfer rumours: Trippier, Aubameyang, Haaland, Vlahovic, Rudiger, Gomez

Newcastle confident of signing Kieran Trippier, Chelsea will contact Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, plus more.

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Women's Champions League: Chelsea's Berger and Spence miss Wolfsburg trip because of Covid

Chelsea's Ann-Katrin Berger and Drew Spence will miss Thursday's decisive Women's Champions League game at Wolfsburg because of Covid.

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Tuesday, December 14, 2021

Women's Champions League: What do Arsenal and Chelsea need to reach quarter-finals?

Both Chelsea and Arsenal look to secure their places in the Women's Champions League last eight in the final round of the group stage.

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Leeds United charged for player behaviour in Chelsea defeat

Leeds are charged with misconduct by the Football Association over the behaviour of their players in Saturday's 3-2 defeat at Chelsea.

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Monday, December 13, 2021

Transfer rumours: Rudiger, Alli, Botman, Lingard, Cavani, Diaz

Real Madrid are favourites to sign Chelsea's Antonio Rudiger, Dele Alli may leave Tottenham, plus more.

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Champions League draw: PSG v Man Utd, Chelsea v Lille, Liverpool v Red Bull Salzburg, Man City v Villarreal

Manchester United are drawn to face Ligue 1 leaders Paris St-Germain in the Champions League last 16, while Chelsea play Lille.

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Sunday, December 12, 2021

Transfer rumours: Pulisic, Bereton Diaz, Phillips, Dembele, Origi, Danjuma, Cook

Barcelona target Chelsea trio, Leeds want Championship striker, Serie A clubs target Divock Origi, plus more

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Champions League draw: When is it? Who could Man City, Liverpool, Man Utd, Chelsea face?

Holders Chelsea, Liverpool, Manchester City and Manchester United are all into the Champions League last 16 - who could they face and when is the draw?

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Saturday, December 11, 2021

Women's Super League: Reading stun champions Chelsea

Watch highlights as Reading earn their first Women's Super League win over Chelsea to prevent the champions from going top of the table.

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Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel says midfielder Jorginho 'has sacrificed himself for many weeks'

Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel says Jorginho has "sacrificed himself" for Chelsea after the midfielder scored two penalties, including a dramatic stoppage-time winner, against Leeds United.

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Chelsea 3-2 Leeds United: Marcelo Bielsa says his side 'deserved a draw'

Leeds manager Marcelo Bielsa is extremely disappointed by his side's late defeat by Chelsea and believes they "deserved to draw".

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Chelsea 3-2 Leeds United: Tuchel says Blues deserved 'lucky' late winner

Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel says his side deserved their "lucky" winning goal as Jorginho scored a stoppage-time penalty to seal a 3-2 win over Leeds United at Stamford Bridge.

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Chelsea 3-2 Leeds United: Stoppage-time Jorginho penalty earns Blues dramatic victory

A late Jorginho penalty ensures Chelsea avoid conceding further ground in the Premier League title race in a dramatic victory over Leeds United at Stamford Bridge.

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Reading 1-0 Chelsea: Royals stun WSL champions to stop them going top

Chelsea are denied the chance to go top of the Women's Super League table after suffering a shock defeat by Reading.

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Friday, December 10, 2021

Transfer rumours: Ronaldo, Bellingham, Phillips, Fofana, Rudiger, Brereton Diaz, Martial

Real Madrid monitor Cristiano Ronaldo, Chelsea weigh up move for Wesley Fofana, Brighton move closer to Ben Brereton Diaz deal, plus more.

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Chelsea: Manager Thomas Tuchel says their recent form looks 'horrible' due to the high standards expected at the club

Chelsea's recent form looks "kind of horrible" due to the high standards expected at Stamford Bridge says manager Thomas Tuchel.

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Thursday, December 9, 2021

Transfer rumours: Rudiger, Casemiro, Hazard, Dybala, Adeyemi, Vinicius Junior

Real Madrid are keen on Chelsea's Rudiger, Liverpool assessing attacking options for January, plus more.

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Women's Champions League: Who has qualified for quarter-finals?

Arsenal and Chelsea both have to wait until next week to seal qualification to the last eight of the Women's Champions League.

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Thomas Tuchel: Chelsea need to get back to basics after 3-3 draw at Zenit St Petersburg

Thomas Tuchel says Chelsea need to get back to basics following their 3-3 draw at Zenit St Petersburg in the Champions League group stage.

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'We have to put player protection first' - Chelsea's Sam Kerr booked for barging into pitch invader

Chelsea boss Emma Hayes says the pitch invader incident involving Sam Kerr during the game with Juventus is a reminder "that we have to put player protection first".

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Wednesday, December 8, 2021

Transfer rumours: Ramsey, Marcelo, Digne, Cavani, Elneny, Azpilicueta, Wijnaldum

Everton lead the race to sign Aaron Ramsey, Chelsea players unhappy over Cesar Azpilicueta's contract, plus more.

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Chelsea 0-0 Juventus: Blues held in goalless draw by Italian champions

Chelsea need at least a draw in their final Women's Champions League group game to progress to the quarter-finals after being held by Juventus.

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Champions League draw: When is it? Who could Man City, Liverpool, Man Utd, Chelsea face?

Holders Chelsea, Liverpool, Manchester City and Manchester United are all into the Champions League last 16 - who could they face and when is the draw?

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Zenit St Petersburg 3-3 Chelsea: Dramatic equaliser means Blues finish second in group

Chelsea finish second in their Champions League group after a dramatic stoppage-time equaliser for Zenit St Petersburg in Russia.

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Juventus 1-0 Malmo: Moise Kean goal gives Juve win as they top Champions League Group H

Juventus beat Malmo to finish above Chelsea and advance into the Champions League last 16 as Group H winners.

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Women's Champions League: What do Arsenal and Chelsea need to reach quarter-finals?

Both Chelsea and Arsenal could secure their place in the Women's Champions League last eight in the penultimate round of the group stage.

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Tuesday, December 7, 2021

Transfer rumours: Bellingham, Rudiger, Pepi, Haidara, Salah, Dybala, Torres

Liverpool lead race to sign Jude Bellingham, Antonio Rudiger moves closer to Chelsea exit, Amadou Haidara tops Manchester United targets, plus more.

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Mateo Kovacic: Chelsea midfielder testing positive for Covid-19 is 'huge setback'

Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel says Mateo Kovacic testing positive for Covid-19 is a "huge setback" for the player.

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Kurt Zouma injury adds to West Ham defensive shortage

West Ham defender Kurt Zouma is set for a spell on the sidelines after suffering a hamstring injury in the 3-2 win over Chelsea on Saturday.

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Monday, December 6, 2021

Transfer rumours: Azpilicueta, Dembele, De Jong, Mee, Messi, Ibrahimovic

Cesar Azpilicueta close to leaving Chelsea for Barcelona, Manchester United in race to sign Ousmane Dembele, Newcastle eye Burnley pair, plus more.

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FA Cup third-round draw: Chelsea host Chesterfield, Man Utd v Aston Villa, West Ham v Leeds

National League leaders Chesterfield will visit last season's runners-up Chelsea in the third round of the FA Cup, while Steven Gerrard's Aston Villa travel to Manchester United.

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Willy Caballero: Southampton sign former Man City and Chelsea keeper on short-term deal

Former Manchester City and Chelsea goalkeeper Willy Caballero joins Southampton on a short-term deal.

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Women's FA Cup final: Chelsea's win watched by 1.3m on BBC One

A peak audience of 1.3m watched Chelsea beat Arsenal in Sunday's delayed 2020-21 FA Cup final on BBC One.

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Sunday, December 5, 2021

Women's FA Cup final: Chelsea boss Emma Hayes praises best Sam Kerr & Fran Kirby

Chelsea boss Emma Hayes is full of praise for strikers Sam Kerr and Fran Kirby following victory over Arsenal in the Women's FA Cup final.

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Emma Hayes says Chelsea were 'purring' in FA Cup win over Arsenal

Chelsea boss Emma Hayes says her side were "purring" as they won the FA Cup by beating Arsenal at Wembley Stadium.

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Women's FA Cup final highlights: Arsenal 0-3 Chelsea

Watch highlights as an early goal from Fran Kirby and a Sam Kerr double helps Chelsea comfortably see off Arsenal in the delayed final to last season's FA Cup to win their first domestic treble.

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Women's FA Cup final: Fran Kirby gives Chelsea early lead against Arsenal

Watch Chelsea's Fran Kirby put her side 1-0 up inside three minutes in the Women's FA Cup final against Arsenal at Wembley.

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Women's FA Cup final: 'We've got another level to show people' - Emma Hayes on her Chelsea team

Chelsea manager Emma Hayes believes her team have not yet reached the peak of their powers, ahead of their Women's FA Cup final against Arsenal.

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Saturday, December 4, 2021

Women's FA Cup: Terrific free-kicks & solo stunners - Watch six great FA Cup final goals

Watch some of the best goals from Women's FA Cup finals, before Sunday's showdown between Arsenal and Chelsea.

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Women's FA Cup final: Arsenal face Chelsea in 50th anniversary of the competition

The Women's Super League's top two sides meet in the delayed 2020-21 FA Cup final, as leaders Arsenal face Chelsea at Wembley on Sunday.

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Watford 1-3 Man City: Claudio Ranieri says he is relieved to see the back of big teams

Watford manager Claudio Ranieri says he is relieved to see the back of big teams after a 3-1 defeat to Man City following on from games against Man Utd and Chelsea.

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West Ham 3-2 Chelsea: David Moyes delighted after Arthur Masuaku winner

Manager David Moyes is full of praise for West Ham's resilience after they twice come from behind to beat Premier League leaders Chelsea 3-2.

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West Ham 3-2 Chelsea: Thomas Tuchel says Blues made 'too many mistakes'

Manager Thomas Tuchel says Chelsea made "too many mistakes" after they twice let a lead slip in a 3-2 defeat by West Ham in the Premier League.

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West Ham United 3-2 Chelsea: Bizarre Arthur Masuaku goal earns Hammers three points

West Ham twice come from behind to beat Premier League leaders Chelsea in a pulsating encounter at London Stadium.

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Friday, December 3, 2021

Women's FA Cup final: Superstitions, nerves & a 'celebration' of women

Arsenal boss Jonas Eidevall talks about his superstitions, while Chelsea's Emma Hayes looks ahead to a "celebration" in the Women's FA Cup final.

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Frank Lampard: Former Chelsea head coach on when he knew he was being sacked

Former Chelsea boss Frank Lampard recalls the moment he knew he was sacked as Chelsea boss and opens up on his time as manager at the club.

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Thursday, December 2, 2021

FA Cup final: Goals, celebrations & icons – Kerr v Miedema

Two of the world's most prolific strikers go head-to-head in the Women's FA Cup final on Sunday as Chelsea face Arsenal at Wembley.

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Watford fan 'in good form' after cardiac arrest as Southampton fan released from hospital after seizure

The Watford fan who was taken ill during Wednesday's defeat by Chelsea is in "remarkably good form" in hospital.

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Arsenal v Chelsea in the Women's FA Cup final: Pick your combined XI

Pick your Arsenal and Chelsea combined XI as the teams prepare to meet in the Women's FA Cup final at Wembley on Sunday.

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Wednesday, December 1, 2021

Watford 1-2 Chelsea: Thomas Tuchel says Blues were 'lucky' to get win

Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel says his league leaders were "lucky" to take all three points against newly promoted Watford at Vicarage Road.

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Watford 1-2 Chelsea: Hakim Ziyech hits winner at Vicarage Road

Premier League leaders Chelsea beat Watford in a game that is halted for 32 minutes because of a medical emergency in the crowd.

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Medical emergency in crowd stops Watford v Chelsea Premier League game

The Premier League game between Watford and leaders Chelsea is stopped after a medical emergency in the crowd.

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Tuesday, November 30, 2021

Andreas Christensen: Thomas Tuchel confident of new contract for Chelsea defender

Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel believes the club have made a breakthrough in contract negotiations with defender Andreas Christensen.

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Monday, November 29, 2021

Chelsea discover Fifa Club World Cup route - Al Hilal, Al Jazira or Auckland City in semis

Chelsea will play Al Hilal, Al Jazira or Auckland City in the semi-final of the Club World Cup in the United Arab Emirates in February.

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Edouard Mendy: Senegal and Chelsea keeper confident he can win Yashin award

Chelsea and Senegal Edouard Mendy is confident he can win the Lev Yashin award for Europe's best goalkeeper.

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Sunday, November 28, 2021

Chelsea 1-1 Manchester United: Reds have reason to hope but Ralf Rangnick has work to do

Manchester United have reason to be optimistic after a 1-1 draw at Chelsea in the Premier League but newly-appointed interim manager Ralf Rangnick has plenty of work ahead at Old Trafford.

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Chelsea 1-1 Manchester United: Michael Carrick says Ralf Rangnick had no involvement in team's tactics

Manchester United caretaker manager Michael Carrick says Ralf Rangnick, who is expected to be announced as interim boss, had no involvement in Sunday's team selection.

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Chelsea 1-1 Man Utd: Jorginho recovers from mistake to earn Blues a point

Manchester United prepare for the arrival of interim manager Ralf Rangnick by earning a battling point against Premier League leaders Chelsea at Stamford Bridge.

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Chelsea 1-1 Manchester United: Chelsea have to 'swallow' Man Utd draw - Thomas Tuchel

Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel says his side dominated their match against Manchester United, despite only being able to draw 1-1 at Stamford Bridge.

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Saturday, November 27, 2021

Liverpool 4-0 Southampton: Diogo Jota scores twice as Reds go second with big win

Diogo Jota scores twice as Liverpool thrash Southampton to move up to second in the Premier League, one point behind leaders Chelsea.

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Chelsea: Father of Reece and Lauren James on his children's rise to football stardom

The inside story on how siblings Reece and Lauren James grew up to become Chelsea stars.

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Friday, November 26, 2021

Ben Chilwell: Chelsea hope defender can avoid knee surgery and return in six weeks

Chelsea defender Ben Chilwell will be out for at least six weeks with a knee injury but the Blues hope he will not need surgery.

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Thursday, November 25, 2021

Manchester United: Michael Carrick likely to remain in charge for Chelsea game

Michael Carrick looks increasingly likely to remain in charge of Manchester United for their Premier League game at Chelsea on Sunday.

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Wednesday, November 24, 2021

Transfer rumours: Mbappe, Bale, Werner, Lacazette, Lingard, Traore, Ziyech

Kylian Mbappe is tipped to leave Paris St-Germain with Newcastle among the clubs who could make a surprise move, Barcelona target Chelsea duo, plus more.

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Tuesday, November 23, 2021

Chelsea: Ben Chilwell & N'Golo Kante injuries to be assessed on Wednesday

Chelsea's Ben Chilwell and N'Golo Kante will be examined on Wednesday after being taken off injured against Juventus.

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Transfer rumours: Pochettino, Zidane, Ziyech, Werner, Haaland, Trippier, Origi

Man Utd remain confident of appointing Pochettino, Barcelona interested in Chelsea duo, plus more.

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Millie Bright: Chelsea defender to captain England in World Cup qualifiers

Chelsea defender Millie Bright is named Lionesses captain for the World Cup qualifiers against Austria and Latvia.

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Monday, November 22, 2021

Chelsea v Juventus: Romelu Lukaku could be on bench for Champions League match

Striker Romelu Lukaku could return to the Chelsea bench in Tuesday's Champions League Group H match against Juventus at Stamford Bridge.

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WSL: Fran Kirby joins 100 club for Chelsea - watch five great goals

Watch five great WSL goals from Fran Kirby after the forward reached an incredible milestone by scoring her 100th goal for Chelsea against Birmingham.

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Sunday, November 21, 2021

Chelsea 5-0 Birmingham: Kirby scores 100th goal for Chelsea to thrash Birmingham

Watch highlights as Fran Kirby scores her 100th goal for Chelsea in their 5-0 win over Birmingham City.

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Manchester City 3-0 Everton: Raheem Sterling on target in routine win for champions

Manchester City claim a comfortable victory over Everton to move back up to second in the Premier League and within touching distance of leaders Chelsea.

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Chelsea 5-0 Birmingham City: Sam Kerr bags hat-trick in Birmingham thrashing

Sam Kerr scores a hat-trick as Chelsea thrash Birmingham City, who sacked their manager earlier this week.

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Saturday, November 20, 2021

Leicester City 0-3 Chelsea: Thomas Tuchel pleased with 'consistent & relentless' performance

Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel says he is pleased with Chelsea's "'consistent and relentless" display in their 3-0 win at Leicester City.

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Leicester City 0-3 Chelsea: Rudiger, Kante & Pulisic on target for dominant Premier League leaders

Premier League leaders Chelsea ruthlessly tighten their grip on top spot by punishing the failings of lacklustre Leicester.

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Thursday, November 18, 2021

Chelsea 1-0 Servette: Blues edge towards qualification

Chelsea boosted their hopes of reaching the Women's Champions League knockout stage as group winners with victory over Servette.

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Edouard Mendy criticises media outlets over use of his image in stories about Benjamin Mendy

Chelsea goalkeeper Edouard Mendy criticises media outlets for mistakenly using his image in stories about Manchester City's Benjamin Mendy.

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Edouard Mendy complains about use of his image in stories about Benjamin Mendy

Chelsea goalkeeper Edouard Mendy complains about media outlets mistakenly using his image in stories about Manchester City's Benjamin Mendy.

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Wednesday, November 17, 2021

Women's Super League: Brighton v Manchester United and Chelsea v West Ham live on BBC

Manchester United's trip to Brighton and Chelsea's home game against West Ham will be the WSL games shown live on the BBC in December.

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Edouard Mendy: The unemployed outcast who became one of world's best at Chelsea

From an unknown quantity, Chelsea's Edouard Mendy has become one of the world's best goalkeepers, setting new standards behind the meanest defence in the Premier League

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Tuesday, November 16, 2021

Sam Kerr: Chelsea forward signs new two-year deal with WSL champions

Australia forward Sam Kerr has signed a new two-year deal with Women's Super League champions Chelsea.

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Sunday, November 14, 2021

WSL highlights: Manchester City 0-4 Chelsea

Watch highlights as Chelsea extend their winning streak to six by thrashing Manchester City 4-0 in the WSL.

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Transfer rumours: Vlahovic, Van de Beek, Henderson, Zidane, Ziyech, Rabiot

Tottenham and Manchester City told Vlahovic price, Van de Beek decides to leave Manchester United, Barca plan raid on Chelsea, plus more.

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Manchester City Women 0-4 Chelsea Women: Emma Hayes' side close in on leaders with big win

Reigning Women's Super League champions Chelsea move to within a point of leaders Arsenal with a big win at Manchester City.

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Friday, November 12, 2021

Transfer rumours: Werner, Sterling, Kane, Southgate, Ziyech, Kounde, De Ketelaere

Barcelona keen on Chelsea forward Werner, Man City to rebuff Barca move for Sterling, City revive Kane interest, plus more.

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Women's Football Weekend: Chelsea boss Emma Hayes says WSL showcase 'important' for the game

Chelsea boss Emma Hayes says Women's Football Weekend, which sees her side travel to Manchester City, is "important" for the exposure of the game.

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Frank Lampard: Former Chelsea boss pulls out of Norwich talks

Frank Lampard drops out of the running to replace Daniel Farke as the new Norwich head coach.

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Thursday, November 11, 2021

Frank Lampard: Norwich hold talks with former Chelsea boss

Norwich City hold talks with Frank Lampard as they look to replace Daniel Farke as their head coach.

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Wednesday, November 10, 2021

Ben Chilwell: Chelsea full-back praises Thomas Tuchel chat for aiding return to form

Chelsea full-back Ben Chilwell says a supportive conversation with boss Thomas Tuchel helped his season to take off after a difficult summer.

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Mickey Thomas: Former Wales and Manchester United winger given cancer all-clear

Former Wales, Manchester United, Chelsea and Wrexham winger Mickey Thomas says he has been given the all-clear from cancer.

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Tuesday, November 9, 2021

Women's Super League: Best goals including a 'wonderful' finish by Jessie Fleming

Watch the best goals from the latest round of the Women's Super League, including a "wonderful" finish by Chelsea's Jessie Fleming.

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Transfer rumours: Ramsey, Pogba, Coutinho, Rodgers, Kounde, Bowen, Dembele

Pair interested in Wales international, Barcelona duo linked with Newcastle moves, Chelsea forward wanted, plus more.

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Reece James: England star on battle to be right-back for Gareth Southgate's side

Chelsea defender Reece James says the competition to be England right-back is "very tough" but he and his team-mates have to "keep pushing each other".

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England World Cup qualifiers: Chelsea's Reece James says he is in career-best form

Reece James says he is in the form of his life after returning to the England squad for November's World Cup qualifiers.

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BBC Women's Footballer of the Year 2021: Sam Kerr profile

BBC Sport profiles Chelsea forward Sam Kerr, one of five nominees for the BBC Women's Footballer of the Year 2021 award.

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Monday, November 8, 2021

Servette v Chelsea: Emma Hayes wants 'relentless' Blues in Champions League

Chelsea manager Emma Hayes wants her team to be "more relentless" and take "pride" in keeping clean sheets as they go into their Champions League group game with Servette.

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Chelsea v Liverpool to mark return of standing after near 30-year absence from top two tiers

Five clubs are cleared to take part in a safe standing trial, starting with Chelsea v Liverpool on 2 January.

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Sunday, November 7, 2021

West Ham: Should David Moyes' side now be considered genuine title contenders?

Four Premier League wins in a row, third in the table and three points behind leaders Chelsea - is it time to consider West Ham genuine title challengers?

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Chelsea 5-0 Everton: Was this peak Antonio Conte in his time in the Premier League?

Watch a performance described by commentator John Motson as "one of the best he had ever seen" as Antonio Conte's Chelsea destroy Everton 5-0 in their Premier League title-winning season.

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Saturday, November 6, 2021

WSL highlights: Aston Villa 0-1 Chelsea

Jessie Fleming's first-half goal is enough for Chelsea Women to clinch a fourth successive win in all competitions, with a 1-0 victory at Aston Villa.

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Chelsea 1-1 Burnley: Clarets point not deserved - Thomas Tuchel

Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel says Burnley were "lucky" to earn a point in their 1-1 draw with the Premier League leaders.

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Chelsea 1-1 Burnley: Matej Vydra salvages surprise point for Clarets

Premier League leaders Chelsea are made to regret missed chances as Matej Vydra rescues a point for Burnley.

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Aston Villa 0-1 Chelsea: Jessie Fleming's goal sees Blues past Villa

Chelsea go level on points with Arsenal at the top of the WSL after a 1-0 away victory over Aston Villa.

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Friday, November 5, 2021

Transfer rumours: Rudiger, Ter Stegen, Vlahovic, Pogba, Brozovic, Coman, Bowen

Real Madrid looking at signing Chelsea defender Rudiger, Newcastle keen on signing Barcelona's Ter Stegen, Arsenal discuss Vlahovic move, plus more.

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Women's Super League: Everything you need to know this weekend

Arsenal welcome West Ham in the Women's Super League looking to maintain their perfect start, Chelsea take on Villa and Leicester look to capitalise on City's poor form.

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Thursday, November 4, 2021

Chelsea 5-0 Everton: Was this peak Antonio Conte in his time in the Premier League?

Watch a performance described by commentator John Motson as "one of the best he had ever seen" as Antonio Conte's Chelsea destroy Everton 5-0 in their Premier League title-winning season.

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Wednesday, November 3, 2021

Manchester United defender Raphael Varane out for a month with hamstring injury

Manchester United defender Raphael Varane is set to miss crucial games against Manchester City and Chelsea with a hamstring injury.

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Tuesday, November 2, 2021

Ruben Loftus-Cheek: Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel challenges England midfielder to reach full potential

Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel challenges Ruben Loftus-Cheek to reach his full potential after the England midfielder impresses against Malmo.

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Antonio Conte: Tottenham appoint former Chelsea boss as new manager

Tottenham name former Chelsea boss Antonio Conte as their new manager on a contract until summer 2023.

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Monday, November 1, 2021

Women’s Footballer of the Year contender Sam Kerr

BBC Sport profiles Chelsea and Australia striker Sam Kerr, one of five nominees for the BBC Women's Footballer of the Year 2021 award.

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Antonio Conte to Tottenham: Why would ex-Inter & Chelsea manager join Spurs?

It is easy to understand what attracts Tottenham Hotspur to Antonio Conte, but why does the Italian manager seem set to join the north London club?

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Malmo v Chelsea: Mason Mount to miss Champions League game with illness

Chelsea will be without Mason Mount for Tuesday's trip to Malmo in the Champions League because of illness.

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Antonio Conte: Tottenham in advanced talks with former Chelsea and Inter Milan boss

Tottenham are in advanced negotiations with Antonio Conte about becoming their new manager.

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Sunday, October 31, 2021

Women's FA Cup: Chelsea and Arsenal to meet in final in season-defining rivalry

Chelsea boss Emma Hayes has the FA Cup final she wanted - and a thrilling Wembley showdown with Women's Super League rivals Arsenal promises to be a dream occasion for the neutral too.

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Women's FA Cup semi-final: Arsenal beat Brighton 3-0 to set up final against Chelsea

Beth Mead scores one goal and creates two others against Brighton to send Arsenal into the delayed 2020-21 Women's FA Cup final against Chelsea.

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Women's FA Cup: Arsenal beat Brighton 3-0 to set up final against Chelsea

Watch highlights as Beth Mead scores one goal and creates two others against Brighton to send Arsenal into the delayed 2020-21 Women's FA Cup final against Chelsea.

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Women's FA Cup: Chelsea put three past Manchester City to reach final

Watch highlights as Erin Cuthbert, Melanie Leupolz and Beth England all score to knock current holders Manchester City out of the Women's FA Cup with a 3-0 defeat in the semi-final.

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Manchester City 0-3 Chelsea: Blues into Women's FA Cup final

Chelsea reach the final of the 2020-21 Women's FA Cup as they are too good for holders Manchester City.

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FA Cup semi-final - Manchester City v Chelsea: Erin Cuthbert opens the scoring for Chelsea

Watch as Erin Cuthbert finds the net with a powerful shot that beats goalkeeper Karima Taieb to give Chelsea a 1-0 lead in the FA Cup semi-final against Manchester City.

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Women's FA Cup semi-final: Will it be another Man City v Chelsea 'epic' and will Arsenal feel pressure?

BBC Sport takes a look at Sunday's delayed 2020-21 Women's FA Cup semi-finals where Manchester City face Chelsea again and 14-time winners Arsenal face Brighton.

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Lauren Hemp; 'People are going to see a bigger and better Man City'

Manchester City forward Lauren Hemp says that fans can expect a "bigger and better" Manchester City ahead of their FA Cup semi-final against Chelsea.

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Saturday, October 30, 2021

Tough at the top - mixed fortunes for Premier League's top three

The Premier League's top three all played at 3pm UK time on a Saturday for the first time in over four years - but only Chelsea were celebrating when their matches finished.

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Newcastle United 0-3 Chelsea: Chelsea's discipline key to beating Newcastle - Thomas Tuchel

Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel says his side's "discipline off the ball" was key to beating Newcastle 3-0 at St James' Park in the Premier League.

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Newcastle United 0-3 Chelsea: Reece James scores twice and Jorginho converts a penalty for the visitors

Reece James scores twice to help Premier League leaders Chelsea beat Newcastle United at a packed St James' Park.

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Manchester City's Steph Houghton, Vicky Losada & Laura Coombs surprise kids with FA Cup tickets

Manchester City players Steph Houghton, Vicky Losada & Laura Coombs surprise kids with tickets to their FA Cup semi-final against Chelsea on Sunday.

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Friday, October 29, 2021

Women's FA Cup semi-final: Will it be another Man City v Chelsea 'epic' and will Arsenal feel pressure?

BBC Sport takes a look at Sunday's delayed 2020-21 Women's FA Cup semi-finals where Manchester City face Chelsea again and 14-time winners Arsenal face Brighton.

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Thursday, October 28, 2021

MOTDx: Trevoh Chalobah meets Chelsea's first black player, Paul Canoville

Chelsea defender Trevoh Chalobah meets the club's first black player, Paul Canoville, to share their experiences of being British, black and scoring for the Blues.

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Norwich City: Sporting director Stuart Webber calls Chelsea defeat 'disgraceful' and 'embarrassing' for fans

Sporting director Stuart Webber says Norwich's 7-0 Premier League defeat at Chelsea was "disgraceful" and "embarrassing" for the club's fans.

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Tuesday, October 26, 2021

AC Milan 1-0 Torino: Olivier Giroud scores only goal to take Milan top of Serie A

Former Arsenal and Chelsea striker Olivier Giroud scores the only goal as AC Milan beat Torino to take Milan to the top of Serie A.

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Chelsea 1-1 Southampton (4-3 pens): Chelsea edge Southampton to reach Carabao Cup quarter-finals

Chelsea progress to the quarter-finals of the Carabao Cup as they beat Premier League rivals Southampton on penalties after 1-1 draw.

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Monday, October 25, 2021

Latvia v England: Fran Kirby eyes 'special' 50th Lionesses cap

Chelsea forward Fran Kirby says winning her 50th cap for England will be "really, really special".

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Saturday, October 23, 2021

'This is why Chelsea will win the Premier League title - but is it time for a change at Norwich?'

Chelsea's 7-0 win over Norwich proves why they will win the title, says Chris Sutton - but were they given a helping hand by a woeful Canaries side?

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Chelsea 7-0 Norwich: Thomas Tuchel praises 'very good' Mason Mount after hat-trick

Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel says Mason Mount was "very good" as he scored a hat-trick in Chelsea's 7-0 win over Norwich City at Stamford Bridge.

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Chelsea 7-0 Norwich: Norwich performance 'wasn't good enough' for Premier League - Farke

Norwich manager Daniel Farke says his side's level of performance wasn't good enough for the Premier league as the Canaries lost 7-0 to Chelsea at Stamford Bridge.

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Chelsea 7-0 Norwich City: Mount scores hat-trick as Blues thrash Canaries

Chelsea make light work of the absence of the injured Romelu Lukaku and Timo Werner as the Premier League leaders thrash bottom club Norwich.

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Friday, October 22, 2021

Transfer rumours: Conte, Sanchez, Van de Beek, Saul, Fofana, Rudiger, Dembele

Manchester United job interests Conte, Everton prepare Sanchez swoop, Van de Beek seeks Old Trafford exit, Chelsea not interested in Saul deal, plus more.

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Wednesday, October 20, 2021

Chelsea pair Romelu Lukaku and Timo Werner out for 'some matches'

Chelsea striker Romelu Lukaku and Timo Werner will both miss a few matches after being injured against Malmo.

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Transfer rumours: Dembele, Haaland, Tielemans, Dybala, Olmo, Onuachu

Barcelona forward Ousmane Dembele is open to Newcastle move, Chelsea want Erling Braut Haaland, plus more.

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Chelsea 4-0 Malmo: Blues cruise but lose Romelu Lukaku and Timo Werner to injury

Chelsea thrash Malmo in the Champions League but lose strikers Romelu Lukaku and Timo Werner to first-half injuries.

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Tuesday, October 19, 2021

Transfer rumours: Mount, Fati, Trippier, Adeyemi, De Ligt, Pepi, Bruce

Chelsea to make Mount one of their top earners, Fati close to signing new Barcelona- deal, Trippier keen to return to England, plus more.

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Saturday, October 16, 2021

Brentford 0-1 Chelsea: Thomas Tuchel admits his side needed luck

Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel says they team were "strong" for 70 minutes but needed "luck" to get through the final 20 minutes of their 1-0 win against Brentford.

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Brentford 0-1 Chelsea: Thomas Frank says Tuchel's side were 'very lucky'

Brentford boss Thomas Frank says his team "dominated" Chelsea and should have won the game, after losing 1-0 to the European champions.

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Brentford 0-1 Chelsea: Ben Chilwell goal wins west London derby

Chelsea return to the top of the Premier League as Ben Chilwell's strike clinches victory against west London neighbours Brentford.

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Thursday, October 14, 2021

Ralph Hasenhuttl: Southampton manager charged by Football Association

Southampton manager Ralph Hasenhuttl is charged by the Football Association after his comments about video assistant referee Mike Dean following his side's defeat at Chelsea.

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Women's FA Cup semi-finals to be shown live on BBC One and BBC Two

The delayed semi-finals of the 2020-21 Women's FA Cup, featuring Manchester City, Chelsea, Arsenal and Brighton, will be live on the BBC.

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Wednesday, October 13, 2021

Transfer rumours: Werner, Rudiger, Lang, Coutinho, Tchouameni, Rabiot, Werner, Pedri

Newcastle linked with Timo Werner, Philippe Coutinho and Brendan Rodgers, while Chelsea's Antonio Rudiger is wanted by Real Madrid, plus more.

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Juventus Femminile v Chelsea Women: Emma Hayes happy with packed schedule

Chelsea boss Emma Hayes says her side's packed season is "better than being bored" as they prepare to face Women's Champions League opponents Juventus.

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Tuesday, October 12, 2021

Women's Champions League: Juventus boss Joe Montemurro on 'surreal' job in Turin'

Juventus boss Joe Montemurro says Wednesday's Women's Champions League game against Chelsea at Allianz Stadium will be "surreal" as a Juve fan.

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Monday, October 11, 2021

Transfer rumours: Hazard, Dembele, Lacazette, Ramsey, Wijnaldum, Diallo, Lingard

Chelsea consider re-signing Hazard, Liverpool monitor Dembele, Lacazette set for Arsenal exit, Manchester United consider Lingard sale, plus more.

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Sunday, October 10, 2021

Chelsea 2-0 Leicester City: Pernille Harder and Fran Kirby goals sink Foxes

Late goals from Chelsea's Pernille Harder and Fran Kirby deny Leicester City a first point in the Women's Super League.

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Chelsea link arms to unite with NWSL players over sexual misconduct allegations

Chelsea players and staff join arms before their game on Sunday in a display of solidarity with players in the United States who have made sexual misconduct allegations.

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Friday, October 8, 2021

Transfer rumours: Kane, Mbappe, Coutinho, Rudiger, Maitland-Niles, Ramsey, Isco

Newcastle have big transfer plans but could be frustrated in manager hunt, Real Madrid target Chelsea defender, plus more.

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Ballon d'Or: Jorginho, Lionel Messi and Robert Lewandowski among nominees for award

Chelsea's Jorginho is nominated for the men's Ballon d'Or award, along with Paris St-Germain's Lionel Messi and Bayern Munich's Robert Lewandowski.

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Thursday, October 7, 2021

Emma Hayes and Kelly Smith: Chelsea boss and former Arsenal and England star inducted into WSL Hall of Fame

Chelsea manger Emma Hayes and ex-Arsenal and England striker Kelly Smith are the latest names to be inducted into the Women's Super League Hall of Fame.

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Wednesday, October 6, 2021

England's Fikayo Tomori 'settled' at Milan after 'difficult' Chelsea end

England centre-back Fikayo Tomori says the end of his time at Chelsea was "difficult" but he is now "settled" at AC Milan.

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Tuesday, October 5, 2021

Transfer rumours: Rudiger, Mbappe, Vlahovic, Bremer, McKennie

Chelsea's Antonio Rudiger won't be distracted by rumours as Blues try to keep defender, while Real hopeful of Mbappe deal, plus more.

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Chelsea v Wolfsburg: Blues use Women's Champions League final loss as 'fuel' in new campaign

Magdalena Eriksson says Chelsea's Women's Champions League final defeat by Barcelona last season will "fuel" their latest bid for European glory.

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Black History Month: How Dapo Afolayan gave up a future at Chelsea but made it as a pro his own way

Bolton striker Dapo Afolayan gave up a dream opportunity to join Chelsea's academy at 14 to put his studies first, but still eventually managed to make it as a professional footballer.

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Saturday, October 2, 2021

Women's Super League champions Chelsea beat Brighton 3-1

Women's Super League champions Chelsea continue their fine start to the campaign with a 3-1 victory over Brighton at Kingsmeadow.

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Ralph Hasenhuttl and Thomas Tuchel bemoan refereeing decisions after Chelsea beat Southampton

Managers Thomas Tuchel and Ralph Hasenhuttl bemoan key refereeing decisions after Chelsea beat 10-man Southampton 3-1.

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Chelsea 3-1 Southampton: Thomas Tuchel bemused by VAR decision

Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel says the use of VAR in his side's 3-1 win over Southampton did not make sense after a Timo Werner header was ruled out in the first half.

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Chelsea 3-1 Southampton: Ralph Hasenhuttl hails 'brave' Saints performance

Southampton manager Ralph Hasenhuttl hails his side's "brave" performance after they were beaten by two late goals from Chelsea after James Ward-Prowse was sent off.

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Chelsea 3-1 Southampton: Ben Chilwell and Timo Werner score late goals against 10-man Saints

Chelsea score two late goals as Thomas Tuchel's side bounce back from consecutive defeats against Southampton to move top of the Premier League.

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Chelsea 3-1 Brighton & Hove Albion: Champions continue fine start to WSL campaign

Women's Super League champions Chelsea continue their fine start to the campaign with victory over Brighton at Kingsmeadow.

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Football Focus: Chelsea's Mason Mount faces questions from schoolchildren

Chelsea midfielder Mason Mount answers questions put to him by schoolchildren, including whether he likes women's football and if he's a better dancer than his friend Declan Rice.

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Friday, October 1, 2021

Reece James: Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel says defender is not fit for England duty

Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel expects Reece James to miss England duty through injury despite being selected.

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Thursday, September 30, 2021

Transfer rumours: Cavani, Rudiger, Phillips, Koeman, Pellegrini, Nketiah, Diaby

Real Madrid could renew interest in Cavani, Chelsea still negotiating Rudiger's contract, Phillips close to signing new deal at Leeds, plus more.

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Wednesday, September 29, 2021

Chelsea: Thomas Tuchel puzzled by 'strange' display from the Blues in Juventus defeat

Thomas Tuchel said 'I don't know why' Chelsea did not play well in their 1-0 Champions League defeat by Juventus.

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Juventus 1-0 Chelsea: Federico Chiesa gives Juventus win over Blues in Champions League

Federico Chiesa's goal 10 seconds into the second half secures victory for Juventus against holders Chelsea in the Champions League.

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Birmingham City Women 0-4 Chelsea Women: Kerr and Kirby on target again for dominant Blues

Chelsea will face Man City in the last four of the FA Cup after substitutes Sam Kerr and Fran Kirby both come on to score against Birmingham.

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Tuesday, September 28, 2021

Juventus: Why has Allegri struggled on Juve return?

Max Allegri's Juventus side take on Chelsea on Wednesday, with the manager struggling to make an early impact after returning to Turin.

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Juventus v Chelsea: We need to 'respect' Juventus - Tuchel

Preview followed by live coverage of Wednesday's Champions League game between Juventus and Chelsea.

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Chelsea: N'Golo Kante tests positive for coronavirus & will isolate

Chelsea midfielder N'Golo Kante tests positive for coronavirus and will miss Wednesday's Champions League tie with Juventus.

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Monday, September 27, 2021

Women's Super League: Watch Pernille Harder's superb goal for Chelsea v Man Utd

Watch as Pernille Harder scores a brilliant solo goal for Chelsea during their 6-1 victory over Manchester United in the Women's Super League.

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Sunday, September 26, 2021

Transfer rumours: Watkins, De Ligt, Tchouameni, Rudiger, Torres, Nkunku

Villa's Watkins an option for Spurs, Chelsea prepare bid for De Ligt, Bayern Munich distance from Rudiger, plus more.

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Chelsea boss Emma Hayes says her side 'are miles better than last year' after 6-1 win at Man Utd

Chelsea manager Emma Hayes believes her side are "miles better than last year" after a 6-1 WSL demolition of Manchester United.

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Man Utd 1-6 Chelsea: Sam Kerr scores twice in dominant win

Watch highlights as Chelsea thrash Manchester United 6-1 with Fran Kirby, Pernille Harder and Sam Kerr among the scorers.

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Manchester United 1-6 Chelsea: Kirby scores 50th WSL goal in emphatic win

Chelsea issue a statement of intent to their Women's Super League title rivals as the champions ruthlessly end Manchester United's unbeaten start to the season.

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WSL: Fran Kirby scores her 50th WSL goal to put Chelsea 1-0 up against Man Utd

Watch as Fran Kirby taps in her 50th WSL goal against Manchester United, putting Chelsea 1-0 up.

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Saturday, September 25, 2021

Watch: Chelsea forward Fran Kirby on backflips, crazy golf and Christmas pyjamas

Backflips, crazy golf and Christmas pyjamas - find out how Chelsea forward Fran Kirby rates her team-mates before their game against Manchester United on Sunday.

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Transfer rumours: Ramsey, Leno, Kulusevski, Kante, Chiesa, Soyuncu

Juventus prepared to sell Ramsey in January, Inter want Arsenal's Leno, Chelsea willing to part ways with Kante, plus more.

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Man Utd v Chelsea: Marc Skinner on strong WSL start, chatting to Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and club's evolution

Marc Skinner's Manchester United have a 100% record in the Women's Super League this season but face a stern test against champions Chelsea on Sunday.

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Chelsea 0-1 Man City: Pep Guardiola's men have sent out powerful message to Premier League rivals

After Man City ended Chelsea's unbeaten start to the season, BBC Sport's Phil McNulty looks at the significance of the victory.

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Chelsea 0-1 Man City: Pep Guardiola praises 'incredible players'

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola praises his "incredible players" after their 1-0 win over Chelsea at Stamford Bridge.

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Chelsea 0-1 Man City: Thomas Tuchel says his players lacked confidence

Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel says his side "were not good enough" during their 1-0 defeat by Manchester City at Stamford Bridge.

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Chelsea 0-1 Manchester City: Gabriel Jesus fires dominant visitors to victory

Gabriel Jesus' deflected second-half effort gives a dominant Manchester City a deserved victory over Chelsea at Stamford Bridge.

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Friday, September 24, 2021

Transfer rumours: Rice, Rudiger, Mbappe, Asensio, Saka, Coutinho, James, De Ligt

Manchester United put off by West Ham's asking price for Declan Rice, Antonio Rudiger could be in line for a big pay rise away from Chelsea, plus more.

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Euro 2022: Prize-fund rise 'nowhere near what is needed', says Chelsea boss Emma Hayes

Chelsea manager Emma Hayes says the prize money available to teams at Euro 2022 is still "nowhere near what is needed".

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Chelsea v Manchester City: Thomas Tuchel has 'highest respect' for Pep Guardiola

Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel says Saturday's game with champions Manchester City is not about any supposed rivalry with Pep Guardiola.

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Man Utd v Chelsea: Marc Skinner on strong WSL start, chatting to Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and club's evolution

Marc Skinner's Manchester United have a 100% record in the Women's Super League this season but face a stern test against champions Chelsea on Sunday.

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Thursday, September 23, 2021

Chelsea v Man City: What will Pep Guardiola try next against Thomas Tuchel?

Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel has beaten Pep Guardiola in three successive matches - so what will the Manchester City manager do on Saturday?

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Wednesday, September 22, 2021

Chelsea v Manchester City: Pick your combined XI

As Chelsea prepare to host champions Manchester City in the Premier League, we want you to pick your combined XI.

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Transfer rumours: De Ligt, Karius, Martinez, Rudiger, Asensio, Lacazette

Chelsea want Juve's De Ligt, FC Basel considering Liverpool keeper Karius, Bayern Munich interested in Chelsea's Rudiger, plus more.

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Chelsea v Aston Villa: Edouard Mendy to miss Carabao Cup tie and 'in race' for weekend

Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel confirms goalkeeper Edouard Mendy will miss Wednesday's EFL Cup tie against Aston Villa but could be fit to face Manchester City at the weekend.

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Transfer rumours: Martial, Henderson, Kante, Lewandowski, Oyarzabal, Asensio

Henderson and Martial could leave Manchester United, Chelsea to offer midfield trio new deals, Manchester City tracking Oyarzabal, plus more.

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Tuesday, September 21, 2021

Marcos Alonso to point to No To Racism badge rather than take a knee

Chelsea defender Marcos Alonso stops taking a knee before matches as he thinks the anti-racism gesture is "losing a bit of strength".

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Monday, September 20, 2021

Transfer rumours: Kessie, Ndombele, Pogba, Saka, Marquinhos, Vlahovic

Manchester United eye Kessie and Ndombele, European giants chase Saka, Christensen close to new Chelsea deal, plus more.

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Premier League: Chelsea title charge looks hard to stop - Alan Shearer analysis

The Premier League title race is only just getting started, but Chelsea are seriously impressive right now, says MOTD2 pundit Alan Shearer.

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Sunday, September 19, 2021

Tottenham 0-3 Chelsea: Thomas Tuchel says his side need to improve level

Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel says his side need to improve their level despite their 3-0 victory over Tottenham in the Premier League.

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Tottenham Hotspur 0-3 Chelsea: Thomas Tuchel's side win London derby to extend unbeaten run

Chelsea stretch their unbeaten Premier League run to five games as Thomas Tuchel's team deservedly beat Tottenham.

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Jimmy Greaves: Watch great goals of Tottenham, Chelsea, West Ham & England striker

BBC Sport looks back at some great goals from Jimmy Greaves' career and highlights the statistics that made him a footballing legend.

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Saturday, September 18, 2021

Transfer rumours: Haaland, Messi, De Ligt, Rice, Cavani

Manchester United still want Erling Braut Haaland, Messi's salary revealed, Chelsea are interested in Matthijs de Ligt, plus more.

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Friday, September 17, 2021

Tottenham v Chelsea: One big similarity between Lukaku and Kane, says Thomas Tuchel

Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel is asked about his striker Romelu Lukaku and Tottenham's Harry Kane before the two sides meet in the Premier League on Sunday.

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Thursday, September 16, 2021

Pernille Harder: Chelsea forward becomes Denmark's leading goalscorer

Chelsea forward Pernille Harder becomes Denmark's leading goalscorer for either the men's or women's national teams with her 66th international goal.

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Reece James: Chelsea defender's medals stolen in burglary while he played in Champions League

England defender Reece James says his house was broken into while he was playing for Chelsea against Zenit St Petersburg in the Champions League on Tuesday.

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Wednesday, September 15, 2021

Transfer rumours: Lewandowski, Fernandes, Koulibaly, Rudiger, Kounde, Adeyemi, Wilshere

Liverpool interested in Robert Lewandowski, Bruno Fernandes' contract a 'priority' for Man United, Chelsea could sell Antonio Rudiger to fund Jules Kounde, plus more.

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Man charged after Chelsea FC reports racist tweets

Nathan Blagg is charged with sending offensive messages by public communication network.

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Champions League: Romelu Lukaku 'brings the belief' to Chelsea, says Thomas Tuchel

Manager Thomas Tuchel says striker Romelu Lukaku "brings the belief" after his goal gave Chelsea a 1-0 victory over Zenit St Petersburg.

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Tuesday, September 14, 2021

Malmö FF 0-3 Juventus: Alvaro Morata scores and earns penalty in win

Former Chelsea forward Alvaro Morata scores one goal and earns a penalty as Juventus launch their Champions League campaign with a comfortable win at Malmo.

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Monday, September 13, 2021

John McGinn: Chelsea condemn sectarian abuse aimed at Aston Villa midfielder

Chelsea condemn the actions of a fan who was seen on social media aiming sectarian abuse at Aston Villa's Scottish international John McGinn.

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Ben Chilwell: Chelsea defender back 'in the race now' - Thomas Tuchel

Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel says left-back Ben Chilwell is back in "race now with a good mental attitude" after returning "mentally tired" from the summer.

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Chelsea v Zenit St Petersburg

Preview followed by live coverage of Tuesday's Champions League game between Chelsea and Zenit St Petersburg.

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Ben Chilwell: Chelsea defender was mentally tired, says boss Thomas Tuchel

Ben Chilwell is back in contention for the Chelsea team after returning "mentally tired" from the summer, says boss Thomas Tuchel.

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Women's Champions League: Chelsea and Arsenal discover opponents

Chelsea face Wolfsburg in the Women's Champions League group stages, with Arsenal in with holders Barcelona.

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Sunday, September 12, 2021

Chelsea 4-0 Everton: Sam Kerr scores twice as Blues get first WSL win of season

Defending champions Chelsea bounce back from their opening-day defeat with a comfortable victory over Everton in the Women's Super League.

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WSL highlights - Chelsea 4-0 Everton: Kerr scores brace

Watch highlights as goals from Sam Kerr, Fran Kirby and Beth England help defending champions Chelsea to a comfortable victory over Everton in the Women's Super League.

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WSL: Kerr scores for Chelsea after defensive howler

Chelsea's Sam Kerr pounces on a defensive howler from Everton's Megan Finnigan to double the hosts' advantage in the Women's Super League game at Kingsmeadow.

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WSL: Chelsea's Fran Kirby scores 'wonderful goal' against Everton

Chelsea's Fran Kirby scores a "wonderful" goal to give Chelsea the lead against Everton in the Women's Super League game at Kingsmeadow.

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Saturday, September 11, 2021

Chelsea 3-0 Aston Villa: Thomas Tuchel says his side can play better

Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel says his side can play better despite a 3-0 win over Aston Villa, during which Romelu Lukaku scored twice.

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Chelsea 3-0 Aston Villa: Dean Smith says result was unjust

Aston Villa manager Dean Smith says the 3-0 loss to Chelsea was "unjust" after his side forced a number of good saves from Blues goalkeeper Edouard Mendy.

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Chelsea 3-0 Aston Villa: Lukaku scores first ever goals at Stamford Bridge as Blues maintain unbeaten start

Romelu Lukaku scores his first ever goal at Stamford Bridge as Chelsea beat Aston Villa to maintain their unbeaten start.

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Fran Kirby: Chelsea 'know we can come back fighting' from Arsenal defeat

Fran Kirby says Chelsea "want to win as many trophies as they can" and that they will "come back fighting" following their WSL defeat by Arsenal.

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Women's Super League: Fran Kirby driven by desire to win more trophies with Chelsea

Fran Kirby tells Football Focus how she "loves to win trophies" as Chelsea target more silverware after winning the Women's Super League title last season.

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Friday, September 10, 2021

Transfer rumours: Pogba, Maitland-Niles, Ansu Fati, Bamford, Odegaard, Rudiger

Real Madrid plot mega move for Paul Pogba, Chelsea's Antonio Rudiger stalling on contract, plus more.

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Thursday, September 9, 2021

Transfer rumours: Kounde, Kessie, En-Nesyri, Coman, Tchouameni, Dembele

Chelsea are interested in Jules Kounde and Franck Kessie, Arsenal identify Youssef En-Nesyri as a possible Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang replacement, plus more.

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Wednesday, September 8, 2021

Iceland 0-4 Germany: Chelsea's Antonio Rudiger and Timo Werner on scoresheet

Chelsea duo Antonio Rudiger and Timo Werner both score as Germany thrash Iceland in qualifying for the 2022 World Cup in Qatar.

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FA fine Chelsea £25,000 for players' reaction to Reece James' red card at Liverpool

Chelsea are fined £25,000 by the Football Association for failing to control their players following Reece James' red card at Liverpool in August.

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Monday, September 6, 2021

Tottenham v Chelsea: Premier League tie to be first net zero carbon football match

Fans will be urged to travel to the stadium via bicycle or public transport and eat only vegan food when Spurs host Chelsea later this month.

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Sunday, September 5, 2021

WSL Highlights: Arsenal shock defending champions Chelsea

Watch highlights as a brace from Beth Mead and another from Vivianne Miedema help Arsenal to a 3-2 win over defending WSL champions Chelsea.

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Arsenal 3-2 Chelsea: Gunners stun defending champions in WSL opener

Arsenal impress at the Emirates Stadium as they secure victory over defending champions Chelsea in their Women's Super League opener.

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Saturday, September 4, 2021

Women's Super League: Emma Hayes says Chelsea are 'raring to go' for new season

Emma Hayes says Chelsea are "raring to go" for new Women's Super League season after their Champions League final heartbreak.

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Friday, September 3, 2021

Emma Hayes: Chelsea boss says 'I don't make excuses, my team will be ready'

Chelsea boss Emma Hayes says she does not "make excuses" and "her team will be ready" for the Women's Super League season that begins this weekend.

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Thursday, September 2, 2021

Women's Super League: Why this season is a must-watch

This season's Women's Super League promises to be the best ever - but can anyone steal Chelsea's title crown?

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Transfer rumours: Kounde, Aurier, Haaland, Mbappe, Walker-Peters

Sevilla defender Jules Kounde is furious with his club for not selling him to Chelsea, whose bid for Erling Braut Haaland suffers a setback.

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Wednesday, September 1, 2021

Chelsea charged by FA with failing to control players against Liverpool

Chelsea are charged by the Football Association with failing to control their players in their 1-1 Premier League draw at Liverpool.

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Tuesday, August 31, 2021

Saul Niguez: Chelsea sign Atletico and Spain midfielder on loan after Sevilla reject Kounde bid

Chelsea sign Atletico Madrid and Spain midfielder Saul Niguez on loan with an option to buy - but miss out on Kounde.

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Saul Niguez: Chelsea make late move for Atletico and Spain midfielder after Sevilla reject Jules Kounde bid

Chelsea make a late attempt to sign Atletico Madrid and Spain midfielder Saul Niguez.

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Jules Kounde: Sevilla stand firm over transfer fee for defender wanted by Chelsea

Sevilla reject Chelsea's 'unsatisfactory' offer for France defender Jules Kounde, insisting he will not be allowed to leave for less than 80million euros.

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Monday, August 30, 2021

WSL: Predict the 2021-22 Women's Super League table

Chelsea successfully defended the Women's Super League title in May - but will they make it three in a row this season? Here's your chance to forecast the final table.

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Tiemoue Bakayoko: Chelsea midfielder joins AC Milan on loan until 2023

Chelsea midfielder Tiemoue Bakayoko joins Serie A side AC Milan a two-year loan.

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Sunday, August 29, 2021

Reece James red card: Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel not happy at way decision was made

Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel is not happy with the "decision making" that saw Reece James sent off and Liverpool awarded a penalty in their 1-1 draw.

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Saturday, August 28, 2021

Kurt Zouma: West Ham sign France defender from Chelsea for £29.8m

West Ham sign France centre-back Kurt Zouma from Chelsea on a four-year deal for £29.8m.

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Liverpool 1-1 Chelsea: Thomas Tuchel says his side deserved point after Reece James sending-off

Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel says his side "deserved a point" against Liverpool after they held on for a 1-1 draw despite having Reece James sent off just before half-time.

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Liverpool 1-1 Chelsea: Jurgen Klopp says it was clear handball by defender Reece James

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp says it was a "clear handball" by Reece James who was sent off as 10-man Chelsea held on to draw 1-1 with his side in the Premier League.

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Liverpool 1-1 Chelsea: Mohamed Salah penalty equalises Kai Havertz header at Anfield

Mohamed Salah scores a penalty to equalise against 10-man Chelsea as Liverpool come from behind to earn a draw at Anfield.

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Friday, August 27, 2021

Transfer rumours: Mbappe, Richarlison, Haaland, Jesus, Cavani, Zouma, Witsel, Barkley

Everton's Richarlison is wanted by Paris St-Germain, Chelsea running out of time to sign Kounde, Cavani staying at Manchester United, plus more.

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'If we play like ABBA, how will we win?' - Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel

Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel is asked to use a musical genre to describe his side.

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Kurt Zouma: West Ham close to signing France defender from Chelsea

West Ham are closing in on the £25m signing of Chelsea defender Kurt Zouma.

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Thursday, August 26, 2021

Champions League draw: Manchester City to face PSG and Chelsea will meet Juventus

Premier League champions Manchester City will face Lionel Messi's new club Paris St-Germain in the Champions League group stage.

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Jorginho: Chelsea midfielder win Uefa men's player of the year award

Chelsea and Italy midfielder Jorginho is named Uefa men's Player of the Year 2020-21.

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Tuesday, August 24, 2021

Champions League draw: When does it take place? Who has qualified? All you need to know

The draw for this the Champions League takes place on Thursday at 17:00 BST in Istanbul, as defending champions Chelsea await their fate.

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Davide Zappacosta leaves Chelsea to join Atalanta

Italian right-back Davide Zappacosta leaves Chelsea to return to Serie A side Atalanta.

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Monday, August 23, 2021

Transfer rumours: Aubameyang, Kane, Saul, Rice, Kounde, Camavinga, Nketiah, Moore

Arsenal willing to listen to offers for Aubameyang, Tottenham chairman Levy will not drop Kane valuation, Chelsea weigh up late Saul move, plus more.

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Sunday, August 22, 2021

Match of the Day 2: Romelu Lukaku 'perfect piece' for Chelsea, says Ian Wright

Ian Wright says Romelu Lukaku is the 'perfect piece' for Chelsea's team as the Match of the Day 2 pundits discuss his performance in the Blues' 2-0 win at Arsenal.

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Romelu Lukaku: Striker 'unplayable' on second debut for Chelsea in win over Arsenal

Romelu Lukaku's second debut for Chelsea turns into a dream afternoon in an "unplayable" performance against Arsenal which the player himself describes as "dominant".

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Arsenal 0-2 Chelsea: Gunners situation 'difficult and unprecedented', says Mikel Arteta

Mikel Arteta says Arsenal are in a "difficult and unprecedented situation" after their record-breaking poor start to the season.

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Arsenal 0-2 Chelsea: Mikel Arteta says Chelsea were 'the better team today'

Arsenal Manager Mikel Arteta says Chelsea's "world class quality" was too much for his side, but insisted there were still positives to take out of the 2-0 loss at the Emirates.

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Arsenal 0-2 Chelsea: Thomas Tuchel impressed by Romelu Lukaku debut

Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel says he was impressed with new signing Romelu Lukaku as he opened the scoring in the Blues' 2-0 win over Arsenal at the Emirates.

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Arsenal 0-2 Chelsea: Romelu Lukaku scores as Blues win London derby

Romelu Lukaku scores his first ever Chelsea goal - almost a decade after his debut - as Thomas Tuchel's team deservedly beat Arsenal.

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Arsenal v Chelsea - rate the players

Rate the players out of 10 in Arsenal's Premier League game against Chelsea.

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Women's Champions League: Man City face Real Madrid in qualification with Chelsea already through

Manchester City face European debutants Real Madrid in the second qualifying round for the Women's Champions League.

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Saturday, August 21, 2021

Archive: Romelu Lukaku's best Premier League moments for Chelsea, West Brom, Everton and Manchester United

As Romelu Lukaku prepares to make his second Chelsea debut, BBC Sport takes a look back at his best Premier League moments.

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Friday, August 20, 2021

Chelsea's Christian Pulisic to miss Arsenal game after positive coronavirus test

Christian Pulisic tests positive for coronavirus and will miss Chelsea's Premier League game at Arsenal on Sunday.

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Kai Havertz: 'People are still homeless and I want to help' - Chelsea midfielder on effect of German floods

Chelsea midfielder Kai Havertz will auction off special football boots to help raise funds for victims of the German floods.

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Thursday, August 19, 2021

Emerson Palmieri: Chelsea defender joins Lyon on loan until end of season

Chelsea defender Emerson Palmieri joins Ligue 1 side Lyon on loan until the end of the season.

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Premier League trio Jorginho, N'Golo Kante and Kevin de Bruyne up for Uefa award

Chelsea's Jorginho and N'Golo Kante and Manchester City's Kevin de Bruyne make up Uefa's three-man shortlist for men's player of the year.

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Wednesday, August 18, 2021

'Maturity has been important' - Lukaku on Chelsea return

Striker Romelu Lukaku says he has matured as a player as he prepares for his Chelsea return after re-signing in a club-record £97.5m deal from Inter Milan.

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Chelsea: 'More mature' Romelu Lukaku ready for Arsenal test on Sunday

Romelu Lukaku says he has matured as a player as he prepares for his Chelsea return against Arsenal on Sunday.

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Michy Batshuayi: Chelsea forward signs contract extension but joins Besiktas on loan

Forward Michy Batshuayi joins Turkish side Besiktas on loan until the end of the season after extending his contract with Chelsea until 2023.

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Tuesday, August 17, 2021

Tammy Abraham: Roma sign striker from Chelsea for £34m on five-year deal

Striker Tammy Abraham completes a £34m move to Italian side Roma from Chelsea.

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Jorginho: Chelsea and Italy star's rise from Brazil's beaches to Ballon d'Or contender

Jorginho has overcome some big hurdles to become the king of Europe - but still wants more success.

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Sunday, August 15, 2021

Chelsea's Tammy Abraham to have Roma medical before £34m move to Italian side

Chelsea striker Tammy Abraham is flying to Italy on Sunday for a medical before a £34m move to Roma.

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Diego Costa: Ex-Atletico Madrid and Chelsea striker joins Brazilian side Atletico Mineiro

Ex-Atletico Madrid and Chelsea striker Diego Costa signs for Brazilian side Atletico Mineiro, ending his eight-month spell without a club.

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Saturday, August 14, 2021

Trevoh Chalobah: Chelsea scorer cries after scoring first goal

"When I scored, I didn't know what to do. I dropped to my knees. I was crying." Trevoh Chalobah's rise has taken everyone by surprise.

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Chelsea 3-0 Crystal Palace: Thomas Tuchel delighted with 'perfect day' for Trevor Chalobah

Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel says he is delighted with the "perfect day" had by Trevor Chalobah who scored a stunning goal on his debut as his side beat Crystal Palace 3-0.

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Chelsea 3-0 Crystal Palace: Premier League title contenders cruise against Patrick Vieira's side

Chelsea show their Premier League title credentials with a thoroughly comfortable win over Patrick Vieira's Crystal Palace.

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Friday, August 13, 2021

Transfer rumours: Torres, Milenkovic, Odegaard, Aubameyang, Kane, Mbappe

Tottenham prepare Pau Torres move, Real Madrid open to selling Martin Odegaard, Chelsea turn down Robert Lewandowski, plus more.

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Romelu Lukaku: Striker's agent says he was threatened over Chelsea move from Inter Milan

Romelu Lukaku's agent, Federico Pastorello, says he and his family received threats while he was working on the striker's Chelsea move.

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Thomas Tuchel: Chelsea manager 'surprised' by Premier League favourites tag

Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel is surprised his Champions League-winning side are considered favourites to win the Premier League title.

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Liverpool: We 'cannot compare' with other clubs' financial power, says Jurgen Klopp

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp says he is "never surprised about the financial power of Chelsea or Manchester City or Manchester United", adding that "we cannot compare".

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Thursday, August 12, 2021

Romelu Lukaku: Why have Chelsea re-signed the striker they first bought in 2011?

Why have Chelsea broken their transfer record to re-sign Romelu Lukaku - and how much better is he after returning to the club he first joined in 2011?

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Romelu Lukaku: Chelsea re-sign Belgium striker from Inter Milan for a club record £97.5m

Chelsea have re-signed Belgium striker Romelu Lukaku from Inter Milan for £97.5m.

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Chelsea: Seating issue could see some fans miss season opener

Chelsea warn fans there could be a seating issue which may prevent some from attending their Premier League opener against Crystal Palace

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Chelsea: Kepa Arrizabalaga switch with Edouard Mendy pre-planned, says Thomas Tuchel

Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel says Kepa Arrizabalaga's substitution with Edouard Mendy was pre-planned and that he was delighted with the team spirit shown.

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Wednesday, August 11, 2021

Chelsea win Super Cup: Kepa goes from penalty villain to hero

Kepa Arrizabalaga's time at Chelsea has been defined by an incident involving a substitution with penalties looming - and now another, but in much happier circumstances.

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Hakim Ziyech injury 'serious', says Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel

Hakim Ziyech has a "serious" injury, says manager Thomas Tuchel, after the Moroccan winger appeared to suffer a shoulder problem in Wednesday's Super Cup victory over Villarreal.

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Transfer rumours: Lukaku, Ramsdale, Varane, Abraham, Kounde, Vestergaard, Messi

Romelu Lukaku close to Chelsea move, Arsenal chase Aaron Ramsdale, Manchester United set to announce Raphael Varane deal, plus more.

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Chelsea v Villarreal - rate the players in Uefa Super Cup

Rate the Chelsea and Villarreal players in their Uefa Super Cup game in Belfast.

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Tammy Abraham: Roma step up pursuit of Chelsea and England striker

Roma's general manager Tiago Pinto arrives in London in an attempt to complete the signing of Chelsea striker Tammy Abraham.

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Uefa Super Cup: Five talking points ahead of Belfast's big showpiece occasion

The National Stadium at Windsor Park will host the biggest club fixture ever to be held in Northern Ireland when Chelsea face Villarreal in the Uefa Super Cup on Wednesday night.

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Tuesday, August 10, 2021

Super Cup: Tammy Abraham in Chelsea squad despite transfer link to Roma

Preview followed by live coverage of Wednesday's Super Cup game between Chelsea and Villarreal.

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Armando Broja: Southampton sign Chelsea teenager on season-long loan

Southampton sign teenage Albania forward Armando Broja on a season-long loan from Chelsea.

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Monday, August 9, 2021

Transfer rumours: Messi, Lukaku, Pogba, Doku, Abraham, Lingard, Sterling

Manchester United may be preparing late offer for Messi, Romelu Lukaku in line for Chelsea opener, plus more.

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Saturday, August 7, 2021

Archive: Romelu Lukaku's best Premier League moments for Chelsea, West Brom, Everton and Manchester United

BBC Sport takes a look back at striker Romelu Lukaku's best Premier League moments.

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Romelu Lukaku: Chelsea close to sealing £97.5m deal for Inter Milan striker

Chelsea are close to sealing a deal to re-sign striker Romelu Lukaku for £97.5m from Inter Milan.

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Friday, August 6, 2021

Transfer rumours: Messi, Lukaku, Romero, Odegaard, De Ligt, Milenkovic, Ward-Prowse

Chelsea enter the race for Messi as a deal for Lukaku edges closer, while West Ham are up against Juve for Milenkovic, plus more.

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Thursday, August 5, 2021

Emilio Ballack: Eighteen-year-old son of Michael Ballack dies in quad-bike accident

Emilio Ballack, the son of former Germany and Chelsea midfielder Michael Ballack, dies in a quad-bike accident, aged 18.

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Wednesday, August 4, 2021

Transfer rumours: Lukaku, Bernardo, Abraham, Pogba, Coutinho, Messi, Maddison, Kounde

Inter expect Chelsea to improve Lukaku bid, Grealish deal could trigger Bernardo exit, Atalanta interested in Abraham, PSG still keen on Pogba plus more.

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Romelu Lukaku: Chelsea target wants to leave Inter Milan if suitable offer is made

Chelsea target Romelu Lukaku tells Inter Milan he wants to leave the club if they receive a suitable offer.

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Tottenham Hotspur: No Harry Kane in team for Chelsea friendly

Tottenham line up for their friendly at Chelsea without striker Harry Kane, who failed to turn up to training this week.

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Tuesday, August 3, 2021

Romelu Lukaku: Inter reject Chelsea's £85m bid for Belgium striker

Inter Milan reject Chelsea's £85m bid for striker Romelu Lukaku.

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Monday, August 2, 2021

Transfer rumours: Kane, Haaland, Lukaku, Trippier, Messi, Ramsey, Asensio, Ward-Prowse

Manchester City are short of Tottenham's £160m asking price for Harry Kane, Chelsea have not given up on re-signing Romelu Lukaku, plus more.

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Sunday, August 1, 2021

Tammy Abraham scores winner as Chelsea beat Arsenal in friendly

Tammy Abraham scores the winner as Chelsea beat Arsenal 2-1 in a pre-season game at Emirates Stadium.

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Andriy Shevchenko: Former Chelsea and AC Milan striker leaves role as Ukraine boss

Andriy Shevchenko has left his role as head coach of Ukraine, the former Chelsea striker announces on Instagram.

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Thursday, July 29, 2021

Tokyo Olympics: Kirby available for GB's quarter-final with Australia

Team GB face Australia in the Olympic quarter-finals on Friday which could see Chelsea forward Fran Kirby handed her first start of the Games.

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Wednesday, July 28, 2021

Chelsea fans will have to show full vaccination proof or negative Covid-19 test to attend games

Chelsea say fans attending their home games will need to prove they have been fully vaccinated or show evidence of a negative Covid-19 lateral flow test.

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Tuesday, July 27, 2021

Transfer rumours: Kounde, Zouma, Haaland, Grealish, Traore, Martinez, Pogba

Chelsea open talks for Kounde, Grealish to decide future next week, Arsenal make Martinez inquiry, plus more.

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Friday, July 23, 2021

Transfer rumours: Haaland, Lukaku, Grealish, Kane, Pogba, Mbappe, Camavinga

Chelsea set for Erling Braut Haaland bid, Inter make Romelu Lukaku demands, Manchester City reach Jack Grealish agreement, plus more.

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Brentford: Myles Peart-Harris joins from Chelsea on four-year deal

Brentford complete the signing of England youth international Myles Peart-Harris from Chelsea on a four-year contract.

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Lauren James: Chelsea sign Manchester United striker on four-year deal

Chelsea confirm the signing of Manchester United forward Lauren James on a four-year deal.

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Women's Super League fixtures: Chelsea begin WSL title defence at Arsenal

Chelsea will begin their Women's Super League title defence at Arsenal, while Manchester City travel to Everton.

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Thursday, July 22, 2021

Chelsea cancel Drogheda friendly after 'possible Covid case' in Blues camp

Chelsea cancel Thursday's pre-season game with Irish side Drogheda after identifying a "possible positive Covid case".

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Wednesday, July 21, 2021

Transfer rumours: Lewandowski, Ramsdale, Abraham, Werner, Bowen, Pogba, Neves

Chelsea contact Robert Lewandowski's agent, Arsenal told to raise Aaron Ramsdale bid, Timo Werner open to leaving Chelsea, plus more.

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Monday, July 19, 2021

Transfer rumours: Henderson, Rice, Mendes, Trippier, Locatelli, Varane, Ings

Jordan Henderson's uncertain Liverpool future, Chelsea prepare to move for Declan Rice, Atletico Madrid's Kieran Trippier is not for sale, plus more.

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Sunday, July 18, 2021

Transfer rumours: Saul, Locatelli, Haaland, Hudson-Odoi, Coman, Jesus, Ronaldo

Liverpool and Manchester United in the hunt for Saul Niguez, Arsenal target Manuel Locatelli, Chelsea not giving up on Erling Braut Haaland, plus more.

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Marc Guehi: Crystal Palace sign England Under-21 defender on five-year deal from Chelsea

Crystal Palace complete the signing of England Under-21 defender Marc Guehi on a five-year deal from Chelsea.

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Saturday, July 17, 2021

Raul Jimenez: Wolves striker returns from fractured skull in pre-season friendly defeat

Raul Jimenez made his long-awaited return from injury as Wolves lost at Crewe, while Palace and Chelsea enjoyed friendly wins

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Olivier Giroud: Chelsea striker seals AC Milan move

Chelsea striker Olivier Giroud completes his move to AC Milan after three years at Stamford Bridge.

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Friday, July 16, 2021

Olivier Giroud thanks Chelsea for 'special memories' as striker moves closer to AC Milan switch

Olivier Giroud thanks Chelsea on Twitter for the "special memories" as the striker moves closer to joining AC Milan.

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Thursday, July 15, 2021

Transfer rumours: Pellegrini, Abraham, Salah, Varane, Lingard, Vlahovic, Ajer, Emerson

Tottenham are interested in Roma's Lorenzo Pellegrini, Arsenal have been linked with Chelsea's Tammy Abraham, plus more.

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Marc Guehi: Chelsea defender close to joining Crystal Palace

Crystal Palace are close to agreeing a permanent deal for Chelsea's England Under-21 defender Marc Guehi.

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Arjen Robben: Netherlands legend retires for second time

Former Chelsea, Real Madrid and Bayern Munich winger Arjen Robben retires from football for the second time aged 37.

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Erling Braut Haaland: Borussia Dortmund rule out sale of striker amid Chelsea interest

Borussia Dortmund rule out selling Erling Braut Haaland this summer amid interest from Chelsea.

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Tuesday, July 13, 2021

Transfer rumours: Griezmann, Ings, Neves, Locatelli, Romero, Donnarumma, Grealish

Chelsea want to sign Barcelona forward Antoine Griezmann on loan, Tottenham target Danny Ings, Arsenal are keen on Wolves' Ruben Neves, plus more.

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Lauren James: Chelsea agree deal to sign Manchester United forward

Chelsea agree a deal to sign Manchester United forward Lauren James, who was the club's top scorer in the 2019-20 season.

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Olivier Giroud: Chelsea striker close to AC Milan move

Chelsea striker Olivier Giroud is close to signing for AC Milan.

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Monday, July 12, 2021

Transfer rumours: Varane, Bellerin, Kane, Haaland, Jesus

Manchester United are closing in on Raphael Varane, Chelsea to make 'big offer' for Erling Braut Haaland, plus more.

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Saturday, July 10, 2021

Transfer rumours: Di Lorenzo, Haaland, Kane, Camavinga, Emerson, Zidane, Giroud, Benzema

Manchester United linked with Italy's Di Lorenzo, Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel wants the club to make move for Haaland, plus more.

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Wednesday, July 7, 2021

Transfer rumours: Haaland, Guardiola, Richarlison, Jorginho, Ramos, Goretzka, Sabitzer

Chelsea prepared to offer £150m for Haaland, Guardiola says Man City being priced out of buying a new striker, Ancelotti keen for Richarlison reunion, plus more.

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Friday, July 2, 2021

Emma Hayes: Chelsea manager extends contract at Women' Super League champions

Emma Hayes signs a new contract as manager of Women's Super League champions Chelsea.

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Billy Gilmour: Norwich City sign Chelsea and Scotland midfielder on loan for season

Norwich City sign Scotland midfielder Billy Gilmour on a season-long from Chelsea.

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Wednesday, June 30, 2021

Transfer rumours: Sancho, Rice, Kane, Sterling, Haaland, Mbappe

Man United target further additions after agreeing £73m Sancho deal, Man City plan Sterling talks, Chelsea eye Haaland, plus more.

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Saturday, June 26, 2021

Transfer rumours: Mbappe, Sancho, Coutinho, James, Daka

Liverpool enquire about Kylian Mbappe, Jadon Sancho set for big pay rise if he joins Manchester United, Manchester City eye Chelsea wing-back Reece James, plus more.

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Wednesday, June 23, 2021

Billy Gilmour: Chelsea's Scotland midfielder in talks over loan move

Scotland midfielder Billy Gilmour is in talks with Chelsea about going out on loan next season.

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Tuesday, June 22, 2021

Cesc Fabregas on N'Golo Kante - Chelsea and France midfielder is 'complete player'

Cesc Fabregas talks about playing with and against former team-mate N'Golo Kante, who he says is the "complete player".

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Transfer rumours: Grealish, Mbappe, Sterling, Ramos, Haaland, Gilmour

Chelsea to rival Manchester City for Grealish, Mbappe tells PSG he wants to leave, Sterling not keen on switch to Tottenham as part of Kane deal, plus more.

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Monday, June 21, 2021

Billy Gilmour: How Chelsea & Scotland midfielder has become Euro 2020 star

Billy Gilmour's first Scotland start in the Euro 2020 draw with England was the latest achievement in a remarkable young career.

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Saturday, June 19, 2021

Cesc Fabregas on N'Golo Kante - Chelsea and France midfielder is 'complete player'

Cesc Fabregas talks about playing with and against former team-mate N'Golo Kante, who he says is the "complete player".

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Friday, June 18, 2021

Achraf Hakimi: Chelsea and Paris St-Germain interested in Inter Milan defender

Inter Milan wing-back Achraf Hakimi is at the centre of a transfer battle between Chelsea and Paris St-Germain.

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Thursday, June 17, 2021

Transfer rumours: Coady, Haaland, Bellingham, Varane, Tielemans, Hakimi, Lingard

Everton want Wolves' Coady, Chelsea aim build a relationship with Borussia Dortmund, Man Utd make bid for Varane, plus more.

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Fikayo Tomori joins AC Milan from Chelsea in £24m move

Chelsea defender Fikayo Tomori joins AC Milan in a £24m move after a successful loan spell at the San Siro last season.

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Monday, June 14, 2021

Transfer rumours: Ronaldo, Sancho, Xhaka, Grealish, Verane, Tarkowski

Cristiano Ronaldo is once again linked with former club Manchester United, Chelsea are favourites to sign England midfielder Jack Grealish, plus more.

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Wednesday, June 9, 2021

Transfer rumours: Hakimi, Benitez, Sterling, De Gea, White, Xhaka, Lingard

Chelsea want Hakimi, Benitez in contention for Everton manager's job, Barcelona considering move for Sterling, plus more.

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Lazio confirm former Chelsea and Juventus boss Maurizio Sarri as new manager

Lazio confirm the appointment of former Chelsea boss Maurizio Sarri as their new manager.

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Tuesday, June 8, 2021

Euro 2020: Chelsea keeper Kepa Arrizabalaga added to Spain bubble after Busquets' Covid-19 test

Chelsea goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga is called up to Spain's parallel training bubble following captain Sergio Busquets' positive Covid-19 test.

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Monday, June 7, 2021

USA 3-2 Mexico: Christian Pulisic scores winner in Concacaf Nations League final

Chelsea midfielder Christian Pulisic scores an extra-time winner for the United States in a dramatic Concacaf Nations League final against Mexico.

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Sunday, June 6, 2021

PFA Player of the Year: Chelsea's Fran Kirby wins award for second time

Chelsea forward Fran Kirby is named the Professional Footballers' Association women's Players' Player of the Year for the second time.

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Friday, June 4, 2021

Chelsea: Olivier Giroud and Thiago Silva sign new one-year deals

Chelsea take up options to sign striker Olivier Giroud and defender Thiago Silva on new one-year contracts.

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Chelsea & Manchester City dominate PFA WSL team of the year

Five players from champions Chelsea are selected in the FA Women's Super League team of the year.

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Thomas Tuchel: Chelsea manager signs contract extension until 2024

Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel signs a contract extension until the summer of 2024.

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Thursday, June 3, 2021

Uefa Super Cup: Chelsea v Villarreal game will be played at Belfast's Windsor Park

The Uefa Super Cup match between Chelsea and Villarreal will be played in Belfast on 11 August after suggestions it would be moved to Istanbul.

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Transfer rumours: Mbappe, Lukaku, Wijnaldum, Trippier, Wood, Firpo

Kylian Mbappe move to spark chain of deals, Man Utd eye England defender, Chelsea suffer a transfer setback, plus more.

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Wednesday, June 2, 2021

Antonio Conte: Tottenham make contact with ex-Chelsea manager

Tottenham make contact with former Chelsea boss Antonio Conte in their search for a new manager.

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PFA Player of the Year: Chelsea trio head women's shortlist

Three players each from Chelsea and Manchester City are on the shortlist for the Professional Footballers' Association women's Players' Player of the Year award.

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Tuesday, June 1, 2021

Chelsea & Leicester fined for melee in Premier League fixture

The Football Association fines Chelsea and Leicester after their players clashed in a Premier League game in May.

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Fikayo Tomori: AC Milan close to permanent deal for Chelsea defender

AC Milan are close to agreeing a permanent deal with Chelsea for England centre-back Fikayo Tomori.

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Sunday, May 30, 2021

Transfer rumours: Lukaku, Xhaka, Pochettino, Dybala, Niguez, Wijnaldum

Chelsea tipped to re-sign Lukaku, Xhaka set to stay at Arsenal, Dybala in fresh contract talks, plus more.

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Kevin de Bruyne: Manchester City midfielder fractures nose and eye socket

Manchester City midfielder Kevin de Bruyne suffers fractured nose and eye socket in Champions League final defeat to Chelsea.

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Saturday, May 29, 2021

Champions League final: Kai Havertz & N'Golo Kante key for Chelsea against Man City

Like N'Golo Kante, Chelsea's Kai Havertz had a key role in Thomas Tuchel's tactical plan to win Saturday's Champions League final, says ex-Manchester City midfielder Michael Brown.

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Thomas Tuchel's masterclass leaves Pep Guardiola in despair

The story of Chelsea's Champions League showpiece cast both managers as its central characters.

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Champions League final: Did Manchester City's Pep Guardiola tinker too much against Chelsea?

Pep Guardiola was pragmatic following Manchester City's Champions League final defeat to Chelsea, but was it one tinker too many by the City boss?

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Manchester City 0-1 Chelsea: Thomas Tuchel 'speechless' about Chelsea's Champions League win

Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel congratulates his team on their 1-0 win over Premier League champions Manchester City in the 2021 Champions League final in Porto.

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Manchester City 0-1 Chelsea: City showed 'courage' in Champions League final - Pep Guardiola

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola says he is proud of his side's courage after their 1-0 defeat to Chelsea in the 2021 Champions League final in Porto.

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Chelsea win Champions League: Cesar Azpilicueta hails 'special, special day'

Captain Cesar Azpilicueta hailed a "special, special day" as Chelsea beat Premier League winners Manchester City to win the Champions League.

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Champions League: Man City v Chelsea - rate the players

Rate the players out of 10 for Man City v Chelsea in Champions League final

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Friday, May 28, 2021

Champions League final: What is Fernandinho's Manchester City legacy?

Fernandinho could end his Manchester City career on the highest of highs in this Saturday's Champions League final against Chelsea - if he decides to leave.

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Transfer rumours: Sterling, Haaland, Tuchel, Shaqiri, Oscar, Dyche, Aguero, Wijnaldum

Manchester City are prepared to sell Raheem Sterling this summer, Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel wants to commit his future to the club, plus more.

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Champions League final: Chelsea face a 'completely different Man City beast'

Manchester City will be a "completely different beast" to the side beaten twice this season by Chelsea when they meet in the Champions League final, says Jermaine Jenas.

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Thomas Tuchel's career path: From Krumbach to Chelsea and the Champions League final

BBC Sport charts the career of Thomas Tuchel, from a talented youth prospect to an intensely driven and highly rated coach at Mainz, Borussia Dortmund, Paris St-Germain and Chelsea.

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Champions League final: Chelsea a 'strong group'- Thomas Tuchel

Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel says his side are "a strong group" as they prepare for the Champions League final against Manchester City.

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Champions League final: Man City v Chelsea will be good advert for football - Pep Guardiola

The Champions League final between Manchester City and Chelsea will be a good advert for football, according to City boss Pep Guardiola.

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Champions League final: How to follow Man City v Chelsea on the BBC

As Manchester City prepare to meet Chelsea in Porto, all you need to know about Saturday's all-English Champions League final.

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Thursday, May 27, 2021

Thomas Tuchel: How tactile manager has turned Chelsea's season around

Bear-hugs and laughter have been a key component in Thomas Tuchel's success at Chelsea this season.

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Man City v Chelsea: Noel Gallagher on Pep Guardiola and Man City's Champions League chances

Famous Manchester City fan Noel Gallagher tells BBC Sport about promises from City's owners, conversations with Pep Guardiola - and City's chances in the Champions League final.

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Antonio Rudiger: Chelsea defender says anti-racism campaigns change 'nothing'

Chelsea defender Antonio Rudiger says "nothing ever really changes" after anti-discrimination campaigns in football, but he will "continue to fight" against racist abuse.

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Lawro's predictions: Man City v Chelsea - Champions League final special with Noel Gallagher and Dot Major

BBC football expert Mark Lawrenson takes on Noel Gallagher and Dot Major to predict whether Manchester City or Chelsea will win the Champions League final.

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Champions League final - Man City v Chelsea: ‘This trophy will acknowledge their greatness’ - Ruud Gullit on Phil Foden and Mason Mount

Two-time European Cup winner Ruud Gullit says we should forget about what Phil Foden and Mason Mount can do next because Saturday's Champions League final is their moment now.

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Tokyo 2020: Watch five great goals from Team GB's football stars

Before Tokyo 2020, watch five great goals from Great Britain's football stars including Chelsea's Fran Kirby and Manchester City's Caroline Weir.

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Antonio Conte: Inter Milan's new direction incompatible with former Chelsea boss

Why cost-cutting and a different view of how the future should look saw Antonio Conte leave Inter Milan after winning the title.

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Wednesday, May 26, 2021

Chelsea return more than 800 unsold Champions League final tickets

Chelsea return more than 800 unsold tickets for the Champions League final with Manchester City in Porto.

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Northern Ireland: Sam McClelland and Conor Bradley handed first call-ups

Chelsea teenager Sam McClelland and Liverpool youngster Conor Bradley are named in the Northern Ireland squad for their upcoming friendlies.

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Tuesday, May 25, 2021

Champions League final: Man City v Chelsea, who makes your combined XI?

As Manchester City and Chelsea prepare to meet in the Champions League final, we are asking you to create your combined XI.

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Chelsea defender Cesar Azpilicueta has red card in Aston Villa game overturned after appeal

Chelsea captain Cesar Azpilicueta has the red card he received against Aston Villa overturned following an appeal.

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Sunday, May 23, 2021

Edouard Mendy: Chelsea keeper to have scan after rib injury six days before Champions League final

Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel says keeper Edouard Mendy will have a scan that will determine whether he plays in next Saturday's Champions League final.

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Aston Villa 2-1 Chelsea: Thomas Tuchel says his side are lucky to be in Champions League

Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel says his side had a lucky escape after losing 2-1 to Aston Villa but secured Champions League qualification as other results went their way.

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Aston Villa 2-1 Chelsea: Blues lose but seal top-four finish

Chelsea secure a place in next season's Champions League despite losing to Aston Villa, Thomas Tuchel's side sealing a top-four place ahead of Leicester City.

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Saturday, May 22, 2021

Transfer rumours: Rice, Kane, Keita, Coman, Bertrand, Griezmann, Fernandinho

Chelsea revive their interest in signing Declan Rice from West Ham while Manchester United prepare a bid for Kingsley Coman, plus more.

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Friday, May 21, 2021

Transfer rumours: Kane, Sterling, Aguero, Buendia, Llorente, Bale, Edouard

Chelsea to make player-plus-cash offer for Kane, Aguero agrees Barca deal, Tottenham target Rodgers, plus more.

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Premier League: Chelsea, Liverpool and Leicester bosses preview final day

Chelsea's Thomas Tuchel, Leicester's Brendan Rodgers and Liverpool's Jurgen Klopp on the battle to finish in the top four of the Premier League.

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Thursday, May 20, 2021

Women's FA Cup highlights: Chelsea knock Everton out of FA Cup with 3-0 win

Watch highlights of Chelsea's 3-0 win over Everton as they reach the quarter-final of the Women's FA Cup.

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Transfer rumours: Kane, Buendia, Sule, Aguero, Pjanic, Giroud, Guedes

Man City to beat Man Utd and Chelsea to Harry Kane deal, Arsenal step up their pursuit of Emiliano Buendia, plus more.

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Chelsea 3-0 Everton: Chelsea through to Women's FA Cup quarter-finals

Chelsea cruise past Everton in the Women's FA Cup fifth round - their first game following their Champions League final defeat.

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Eniola Aluko appointed Los Angeles-based Angel City FC's first sporting director

Former England and Chelsea striker Eniola Aluko is appointed Los Angeles-based Angel City FC's first sporting director.

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Wednesday, May 19, 2021

Transfer rumours: Ings, Kane, Sancho, Ramsey, Griezmann, Flick

Manchester United could make a move for Danny Ings and Chelsea launch £80m bid for Jadon Sancho, plus more.

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Emma Hayes column: 'It's not the trophies or medals I go to work for'

In her latest BBC Sport column, Chelsea manager Emma Hayes discusses the Champions League final defeat and her reflections on the 2020-21 season.

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Emma Hayes: Chelsea boss set to sign new deal

Chelsea boss Emma Hayes is set to sign a new deal with the Women's Super League champions.

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Frank Lampard: Former Chelsea midfielder inducted into Premier League Hall of Fame

Frank Lampard is the latest player to be inducted into the Premier League Hall of Fame.

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Tuesday, May 18, 2021

Champions League top-four race: Chelsea take control as Leicester lose grip

Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel warns his side "the job is not done yet" - but is this deja vu for Leicester City?

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Transfer rumours: Lewandowski, Kane, Lampard, Neto, Raul, Ginter, Zerkane, Berge

Chelsea make contact with Bayern Munich about Robert Lewandowski while Frank Lampard is lined up as Crystal Palace boss, plus more.

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Chelsea 2-1 Leicester: Brendan Rodgers says Foxes conceded a 'very very harsh' penalty against Chelsea

Leicester City manager Brendan Rodgers says his side conceded a "very very harsh" penalty but adds his team will learn from it.

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Chelsea 2-1 Leicester: Thomas Tuchel 'happy' as Blues bounce back from FA Cup defeat

Manager Thomas Tuchel says he is "absolutely happy" as Chelsea beat Leicester to gain some measure of revenge just three days after the Foxes beat his side in the FA Cup final.

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Chelsea 2-1 Leicester City: Blues beat Foxes in crucial top-four showdown

Chelsea beat Leicester City to boost their Champions League hopes - and leave the Foxes in danger of missing out.

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Monday, May 17, 2021

Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel understands Tammy Abraham's FA Cup frustration

Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel says he understands Tammy Abraham's frustration at being left out of their FA Cup final squad.

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Women's Champions League final: Chelsea players tell Roman Abramovich they 'will be back'

Chelsea boss Emma Hayes says her players told club owner Roman Abramovich they "will be back" in the Women's Champions League final.

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Sunday, May 16, 2021

Women's Champions League final: 'Chelsea will be back' - Hayes vows to return after Champions League defeat

Chelsea manager Emma Hayes says her team "will be back" to the Champions League final after a 4-0 defeat to Barcelona in Gothenburg.

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'I'm usually in bed watching Line of Duty at that time' - Cuthbert on Champions League final

Chelsea and Scotland attacker Erin Cuthbert looks forward to the Women's Champions League final on Sunday night.

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Women's Champions League: Chelsea 4-1 Bayern Munich highlights

Watch highlights as a brace from Fran Kirby, plus goals from Ji So-yun and Pernille Harder, help Chelsea thrash Bayern Munich to reach their Women's Champions League final.

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Saturday, May 15, 2021

FA Cup final: 'It's really quite emotional' - How the fans' return lit up the FA Cup final

BBC Sport looks at how the return of football fans adding to the sense of occasion, as Leicester beat Chelsea to win the FA Cup for the first time.

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FA Cup final: Kasper Schmeichel's 'awesome' saves as Leicester beat Chelsea at Wembley

Leicester captain Kasper Schmeichel says that winning the FA Cup with Leicester is "what dreams are made of" after the goalkeeper produces two incredible saves to help his side lift the trophy for the first time in their history.

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Chelsea 0-1 Leicester: Gary Lineker & James Maddison go wild for Youri Tielemans screamer

Watch as Gary Lineker and James Maddison react to Youri Tielemans FA Cup screamer as Leicester City lifted the trophy for the first time in their history with victory over Chelsea at Wembley.

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FA Cup final: Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel bemoans 'decisive' VAR calls

Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel feels "decisive" video assistant referee calls went against his side in their 1-0 FA Cup final loss to Leicester.

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Women's Champions League final: Chelsea v Barcelona (Sun)

Chelsea captain Magdalena Eriksson says winning the Women's Champions League final against Barcelona can help the club become "a European powerhouse".

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Leicester City: FA Cup-winning captain Kasper Schmeichel says joy 'indescribable'

Leicester captain Kasper Schmeichel says his joy at leading the Foxes to a first-ever FA Cup is "indescribable" after beating Chelsea.

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FA Cup final highlights: Chelsea 0-1 Leicester City

Watch highlights as Youri Tielemans' glorious goal wins Leicester City the FA Cup for the first time in their history.

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Chelsea 0-1 Leicester: Foxes lift FA Cup for first time after Youri Tielemans stunner

Leicester City lift the FA Cup for the first time as Youri Tielemans' stunning long-range goal earns the Foxes victory over Chelsea at Wembley.

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FA Cup Final: Wes Morgan's blushes are spared by VAR as late equaliser is ruled out

Incredible drama after Wes Morgan's last-gasp own goal is chalked off by VAR to deny Chelsea a late equaliser in the FA Cup final against Leicester City.

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FA Cup Final: Kasper Schmeichel produces an astonishing late save from Mason Mount

Kasper Schmeichel's magnificent diving save keeps Leicester City in the lead with minutes remaining in the FA Cup final against Chelsea.

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FA Cup final: Rate the players as Chelsea take on Leicester

Rate the players' performances as Chelsea take on Leicester in the FA Cup final.

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FA Cup Final: Youri Tielemans scores a stunner to give Leicester City the lead

Youri Tielemans sets the FA Cup final alight with a stunning long-range goal to open the scoring for Leicester City against Chelsea.

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Friday, May 14, 2021

Chelsea v Barcelona in Women's Champions League final: All you need to know about Barca

Everything you need to know about Chelsea's Women's Champions League final opponents, including Pep Guardiola, the analyst turned hero, and a teenager's deal with her parents.

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Mason Mount: 'I want to win trophies with Chelsea'

Chelsea midfielder Mason Mount says he wants to follow in the footsteps of club legends and win trophies.

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Fran Kirby: Chelsea and England forward scoops FWA player of the year award for second time

Chelsea and England forward Fran Kirby is named the Football Writers' Association women's footballer of the year.

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FA Cup: Mason Mount says Chelsea out for 'revenge' after last season's FA Cup final defeat

Mason Mount says Chelsea are out for "revenge" in Saturday's FA Cup final against Leicester City, after a painful FA Cup final defeat to Arsenal last season.

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Thomas Tuchel: Chelsea manager 'angry' before 'two finals'

Manager Thomas Tuchel says he is in "angry mode" as Chelsea prepare for "two finals" in four days against Leicester City.

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Emma Hayes: 'Chelsea's time to win Women's Champions League'

Chelsea manager Emma Hayes says "it's our time" to win the Women's Champions League.

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FA Cup: Watch all Chelsea's goals from their journey to the final

Watch all of Chelsea's goals from their journey to the 2020-21 FA Cup final against Leicester City.

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FA Cup: Watch all Leicester's goals from their journey to the final

Watch all of Leicester's goals from their journey to the 2020-21 FA Cup final against Chelsea.

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Thursday, May 13, 2021

Leicester City: The inside story of La Manga and the Foxes last cup final

As Leicester City prepare to face Chelsea in the FA Cup final, BBC Sport looks back to their last cup final and the controversial events before it.

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FA Cup final 2021: Name the players who have played for Chelsea & Leicester

Can you name the players who have played in the Premier League for both Chelsea and Leicester, and the person who has managed both sides?

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Sam Kerr says Champions League finalists Chelsea are 'best team I've ever been a part of'

Australia international Sam Kerr says her Chelsea side is "definitely the best team I've ever been a part of".

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Champions League final: Man City and Chelsea fans must leave Porto straight after match says authorities

English fans attending the Champions League final in Porto between Manchester City and Chelsea must fly in and out of the country on the day of the match, the Portuguese government says.

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Champions League final moved to Porto and 12,000 Chelsea and Manchester City fans can attend

The Champions League final between Chelsea and Manchester City on 29 May is switched to Portugal from Turkey.

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

The 140th FA Cup final takes place on Saturday - and you can watch and follow Chelsea v Leicester City live on BBC TV.

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FA Cup final: Pick your Leicester City-Chelsea combined XI

Who would you pick in a combined XI of FA Cup finalists Leicester and Chelsea?

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Wednesday, May 12, 2021

MOTDx: Chelsea's Ben Chilwell more nervous about FA Cup final than Champions League

Chelsea defender Ben Chilwell talks to MOTDx about Chelsea's end-of-season games and says he is most nervous about facing former club Leicester in the FA Cup final.

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Mikel Arteta: Arsenal boss angry and says media 'try to put things on me I never said'

Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta says the media "try to put things on me I never said" after their 1-0 win over Chelsea.

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Chelsea 0-1 Arsenal: Thomas Tuchel says Blues not sharp enough in front of goal

Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel says they "weren't sharp enough" in front of goal following their 1-0 defeat by Arsenal in the Premier League.

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Chelsea 0-1 Arsenal: Mikel Arteta delighted with Gunners' attitude and commitment

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta praises their attitude after they beat rivals Chelsea 1-0 in the Premier League.

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Chelsea 0-1 Arsenal: Emile Smith Rowe scores to give Gunners victory

Chelsea miss the opportunity to strengthen their place in the top four as Emile Smith Rowe's second Premier League goal in as many games gives Arsenal victory.

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Aniek Nouwen: WSL champions Chelsea sign PSV and Netherlands defender

Women's Super League winners Chelsea agree terms to sign PSV and Netherlands defender Aniek Nouwen on a three-year deal from next season.

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WSL: Watch Fran Kirby's best moments from incredible Chelsea season

Watch Fran Kirby's best moments from her incredible Women's Super League season, featuring 16 goals and 11 assists for champions Chelsea.

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Tuesday, May 11, 2021

Gwyn Williams: Ex-Chelsea youth team coach says alleged racially offensive terms had 'no malicious intention'

Former Chelsea youth team coach Gwyn Williams says that alleged racially offensive terms aimed at players in the 1990s had "no malicious intent".

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Women's Super League: Chelsea's Fran Kirby top performer, according to Carteret Analytics

Chelsea forward Fran Kirby was the best player in this season's Women's Super League - according to statistics from Carteret Analytics.

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Monday, May 10, 2021

Top football tweets: Sergio Aguero pays penalty for audacious dink

The best tweets from the weekend, including Sergio Aguero's apology, Chelsea win the WSL, and an unwanted first for 'Big Sam'.

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WSL 2021: How Kerr and Kirby finished off Chelsea's season in style

Watch the brilliant partnership between Chelsea forwards Fran Kirby and Sam Kerr in their 5-0 win over Reading women, as they finish the 2020/21 season scoring 52 goals between them.

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Sunday, May 9, 2021

Chelsea 5-0 Reading: Emma Hayes praises 'amazing' side as Chelsea retain WSL title

Chelsea Women boss Emma Hayes says her side have been "amazing" and that this is her "favourite title" as Chelsea are crowned Women's Super League champions.

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Chelsea: Five games which defined Women's Super League title win

After Chelsea successfully defender their Women's Super League title, which five games stand out as defining their season?

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Chelsea Women 5-0 Reading Women: Watch highlights as Fran Kirby and Sam Kerr secure WSL title

Watch highlights of Chelsea women's 5-0 win over Reading women which sealed the Blues their second consecutive Women's Super League title.

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Chelsea 5-0 Reading: Emma Hayes' side retain WSL title with win

Chelsea retain their Women's Super League title as Fran Kirby scores twice in their ruthless victory over Reading.

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MOTD analysis: Alan Shearer on how Chelsea's wing-backs delayed Man City's title win

Match of the Day's Alan Shearer analyses the performance of Chelsea's wing-backs Reece James and Marcus Alonso during their 2-1 win at Manchester City.

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Saturday, May 8, 2021

Man City v Chelsea: Has Sergio Aguero's Panenka helped give Chelsea a Champions League boost?

Sergio Aguero misses a penalty after attempting a Panenka-style spot-kick during Manchester City's defeat by Chelsea.

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Transfer rumours: Sulemana, Rice, Kane, Bellingham, De Ligt, Taylor-Hart, Szczesny

Ajax set to battle Manchester United for Ghanaian teenager, Rice hints at West Ham departure, Kane interests Chelsea, plus more.

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Manchester City 1-2 Chelsea: 'It was a penalty' - Pep Guardiola frustrated with title delay

Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola says VAR missed a crucial penalty for his side after they were beaten 2-1 at home by Chelsea to miss out on securing the Premier League title.

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Man City 1-2 Chelsea: Players never stopped believing - Thomas Tuchel

Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel says his players did not stop believing they could beat Manchester City after Marcos Alonso scored an injury-time winner at Etihad Stadium.

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Football Focus: Martin Keown says Man City might not want Chelsea Champions League final at Wembley

Football Focus pundits Martin Keown and Karen Carney say it makes sense to play an all-English Champions League final at Wembley but question whether it would suit Manchester City tactically.

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Friday, May 7, 2021

Transfer rumours: Lewandowski, Neymar, Salah, Hazard, Kane, Van de Beek, Wijnaldum

Chelsea and Man City keen on Lewandowski, Neymar to sign new PSG deal, Everton target Liverpool legend's son, plus more.

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Manchester City v Chelsea

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

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Champions League final: Fans should not travel to Turkey says UK Government

Chelsea and Manchester City fans should not travel to Turkey for the Champions League, says transport secretary Grant Shapps.

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Champions League & Europa League: Can fans travel to European finals?

Chelsea men and women, Manchester City and Manchester United are involved in European finals, but what are the travel obstacles for supporters?

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Eden Hazard: Real Madrid forward apologises for laughing after Champions League exit

Real Madrid forward Eden Hazard apologises for laughing with Chelsea players after his side were knocked out of the Champions League semi-finals.

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Emma Hayes: Chelsea's fourth WSL title would 'probably rank as best'

Winning the Women's Super League title on Sunday would probably be Chelsea's "best" league triumph, says boss Emma Hayes.

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