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Premier League | Gameweek 2
Aug 18, 2019 at 4.30pm UK
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Reaction
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Ashley Cole backs Mason Mount to become "world class"
Chelsea legend Ashley Cole tips former Derby County teammate Mason Mount to become "world class" following his goalscoring home debut for Frank Lampard's side.Aug 18, 23:03
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James Maddison hits back at Jeremy Clarkson in Twitter row
The former Norwich midfielder exchanged hair-based barbs with the celebrity Chelsea fan.Aug 18, 21:54
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Frank Lampard: 'Stamford Bridge return was stuff of dreams'
The former Chelsea midfielder took charge of his first game at Stamford Bridge since his summer appointment.Aug 18, 19:46
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Traffic jam causes referee to miss Chelsea game
Graham Scott had been due to take charge of Chelsea-Leicester, but arrived late at the ground.Aug 18, 16:43
The Match
Match Report
Frank Lampard is made to wait for his first win as Chelsea manager as his side are held to a 1-1 draw by Leicester City in their opening home game of the season.
Live Commentary
Relive Sports Mole's live coverage as Chelsea hold on for a 1-1 draw against Leicester City in Sunday's Premier League fixture at Stamford Bridge.
Preview
Sports Mole previews Sunday's Premier League clash between Chelsea and Leicester City, including predictions, team news and head-to-head records.
Build-up
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Antonio Rudiger, Willian set for Chelsea return against Leicester?
Pair set to return from knee injuries for Stamford Bridge contest.Aug 16, 20:14
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Brendan Rodgers backs "perfect fit" Frank Lampard to succeed at Chelsea
The former midfielder is the Blues' record goalscorer.Aug 16, 17:09
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Chelsea team news: Injury, suspension list vs. Leicester City
Sports Mole rounds up Chelsea's latest injury and suspension news ahead of Sunday's Premier League showdown with Leicester City at Stamford Bridge.Aug 16, 14:09
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How Chelsea could line up against Leicester City
Sports Mole looks at how Chelsea could line up for Sunday's Premier League clash with Leicester City at Stamford Bridge.Aug 16, 13:01
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