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Bolton Wanderers manager Dougie Freedman: 'Chelsea respected us'
Bolton Wanderers boss Dougie Freedman praises Chelsea for taking the League Cup seriously.Sep 24, 23:46
Chelsea assistant boss Steve Holland relieved to avoid extra time
Chelsea assistant boss Steve Holland says that he was relieved to avoid extra time against Bolton Wanderers.Sep 24, 23:24
The Match
Match Report
Chelsea edge past a resilient Bolton Wanderers side 2-1 to progress to the fourth round of the League Cup.
Live Commentary
Sports Mole's live text commentary of the League Cup third-round tie between Chelsea and Bolton Wanderers at Stamford Bridge.
HT Report
Chelsea have dominated the first half of their League Cup third-round encounter with Bolton Wanderers at Stamford Bridge, but are level at 1-1 with their Championship opponents.
Team News
Chelsea make nine changes to their starting XI for tonight's visit of Bolton Wanderers in the third round of the League Cup.
Preview
Sports Mole looks ahead to the League Cup clash between Chelsea and Championship side Bolton Wanderers at Stamford Bridge.
Build-up
Dougie Freedman: 'We won't be in awe of Chelsea'
Dougie Freedman insists that Bolton Wanderers will not be in awe of Chelsea when they meet Jose Mourinho's side in the Capital One Cup.Sep 24, 02:18
Ramires ruled out for Chelsea
Chelsea midfielder Ramires is to miss Wednesday's visit of Bolton Wanderers in the League Cup due to an adductor injury.Sep 23, 11:50
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