N'Golo Kante in action during the Champions League game between Chelsea and Qarabag on September 12, 2017
Chelsea boss Antonio Conte: 'I will take no risks on N'Golo Kante'
Chelsea head coach Antonio Conte suggests that N'Golo Kante will only return to his squad when the midfielder has fully recovered from a hamstring injury.
Nov 3, 14:21
Antonio Conte watches on intently during the Premier League game between Crystal Palace and Chelsea on October 14, 2017
Chelsea boss Antonio Conte: 'Manchester City are a problem for everyone'
Chelsea head coach Antonio Conte admits that leaders Manchester City are "a big problem" to each of their rival sides in the Premier League.
Nov 3, 13:43
Antonio Conte cuts a frustrated figure during the Champions League group game between Roma and Chelsea on October 31, 2017
Antonio Conte 'furious with Chelsea players' after Roma defeat
Antonio Conte gave the hairdryer treatment to the majority of his playing squad in the wake of Chelsea's 3-0 loss to Roma in the Champions League, a report claims.
Nov 3, 12:47
Mike Jones stands between Jose Mourinho and Antonio Conte during the FA Cup quarter-final between Chelsea and Manchester United on March 13, 2017
Preview:Chelsea vs. Manchester United
Sports Mole previews Sunday afternoon's Premier League meeting between Chelsea and Manchester United at Stamford Bridge.
Nov 3, 11:20
Marcus Rashford celebrates scoring during the EFL Cup game between Manchester United and Burton Albion on September 20, 2017
Combined XI: Chelsea vs. Manchester United
Ahead of Sunday's Premier League showdown between Chelsea and Manchester United, Sports Mole selects a combined XI from the two squads.
Nov 3, 10:12
Mauricio Pochettino gives instructions during the Premier League game between Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur on October 28, 2017
Mauricio Pochettino 'on Paris Saint-Germain managerial shortlist'
A report claims that Paris Saint-Germain may turn to Tottenham Hotspur boss Mauricio Pochettino at the end of the season if Unai Emery fails to win the Champions League.
Nov 3, 10:02
Jose Mourinho gesticulates during the Champions League group game between Benfica and Manchester United on October 18, 2017
Danny Drinkwater: 'Jose Mourinho's record speaks for itself'
Danny Drinkwater says that Jose Mourinho's "history of getting results speaks for itself", as he defends the Manchester United manager's negative approach to games.
Nov 3, 09:47
Jose Mourinho borrows old pal Wenger's coat to attend the Premier League game between Chelsea and Manchester United on October 23, 2016
This weekend's biggest games in world football
Sports Mole rounds up the biggest matches across world football for the upcoming weekend, from Argentina to Indonesia.
Nov 3, 07:00
Chelsea goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois in action during his side's Premier League clash with Leicester City at the King Power Stadium on January 14, 2017
Thibaut Courtois: 'Lose against Manchester United and Chelsea title push over'
Chelsea goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois admits that his side will be out of the Premier League title race if they fail to beat Manchester United on Sunday.
Nov 2, 16:20
Charly Musonda celebrates scoring the third during the EFL Cup game between Chelsea and Nottingham Forest on September 20, 2017
Arsenal considering move for Chelsea winger Charly Musonda?
Arsenal are reportedly contemplating a move for Chelsea winger Charly Musonda, who is said to be keen on leaving Stamford Bridge in January.
Nov 2, 12:28
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Red Star Belgrade's Richmond Boakye: 'No pressure to impress Chelsea'
Red Star Belgrade's Richmond Boakye says that he does not feel under pressure to play well against Arsenal in the Europa League, despite alleged interest from Chelsea.
Nov 2, 10:39
Antonio Conte cuts a frustrated figure during the Champions League group game between Roma and Chelsea on October 31, 2017
Report: AC Milan to pounce for Chelsea boss Antonio Conte
AC Milan reportedly remain keen to bring Chelsea manager Antonio Conte on board at the end of the season, as they prepare for life after Vincenzo Montella.
Nov 1, 12:41
Chelsea goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois in action during his side's Premier League clash with Leicester City at the King Power Stadium on January 14, 2017
Thibaut Courtois: 'Manchester United clash a chance to bounce back'
Chelsea goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois urges his teammates to bounce back from their defeat at Roma with a strong performance against Manchester United on Sunday.
Nov 1, 10:14
Antonio Conte cuts a frustrated figure during the Champions League group game between Roma and Chelsea on October 31, 2017
Antonio Conte: 'Roma had more desire to win than Chelsea'
Antonio Conte admits that Roma "showed more will to fight and more desire to win" than Chelsea as the Blues fell to a 3-0 Champions League defeat on Tuesday night.
Oct 31, 22:51
Stephan El Shaarawy celebrates scoring during the Champions League group game between Roma and Chelsea on October 31, 2017
Chelsea suffer heavy defeat to Roma in Champions League
Chelsea fall to second place in Group C as Roma run out 3-0 winners in their Champions League fixture at the Stadio Olimpico.
Oct 31, 21:36
Chelsea's N'Golo Kante in action against Watford during the Premier League match on May 15, 2017
Team News: N'Golo Kante fails to make Chelsea squad ahead of Roma trip
Chelsea midfielder N'Golo Kante fails to make the matchday squad ahead of their Champions League encounter away to Roma.
Oct 31, 18:54
Stephan El Shaarawy celebrates scoring during the Champions League group game between Roma and Chelsea on October 31, 2017
Live Commentary: Roma 3-0 Chelsea - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live coverage of Roma's 3-0 victory over Chelsea in the Champions League.
Oct 31, 18:45
Marcos Alonso in action during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Everton on August 27, 2017
Chelsea star Marcos Alonso brushes off Antonio Conte speculation
Marcos Alonso says that he and his Chelsea teammates are unconcerned by the reports surrounding manager Antonio Conte.
Oct 31, 12:16
Chelsea's Cesc Fabregas during the Premier League match against Watford on May 15, 2017
Chelsea to offer Cesc Fabregas new deal to warn off Manchester United?
Chelsea are reportedly keen to offer Cesc Fabregas a new deal in order to fight off interest from Manchester United.
Oct 31, 09:27
Antonio Conte watches on intently during the Premier League game between Crystal Palace and Chelsea on October 14, 2017
Chelsea boss Antonio Conte not thinking about Manchester United showdown
Chelsea manager Antonio Conte says that the team are putting Sunday's clash against Manchester United to the back of their minds.
Oct 30, 20:05
Antonio Conte orders the gabagool during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Everton on August 27, 2017
Chelsea boss Antonio Conte responds to Alvaro Morata's interview controversy
Chelsea manager Antonio Conte responds to Alvaro Morata's suggestion that he regrets leaving Juventus.
Oct 30, 19:39
Radja Nainggolan in action during the Serie A game between Roma and Milan on December 12, 2016
Radja Nainggolan: 'I never considered leaving Roma to join Chelsea'
Roma midfielder Radja Nainggolan claims that he did not consider leaving the Italian giants despite reportedly strong interest from Premier League champions Chelsea.
Oct 30, 17:12
Roma's Radja Nainggolan in action against Juventus on May 14, 2017
Radja Nainggolan wary of Chelsea threat ahead of Champions League clash
Roma midfielder Radja Nainggolan insists that his side can beat Chelsea in the Champions League, but that the Italian club will need to treat the Blues with respect.
Oct 30, 16:13
Davide Zappacosta plays air guitar with Kevin Strootman during the Champions League group game between Chelsea and Roma on October 18, 2017
Preview:Roma vs. Chelsea
Sports Mole provides team news, predicted lineups and a preview of Chelsea's Champions League Group C visit to face Roma at the Stadio Olimpico.
Oct 30, 11:43
Eden Hazard in action during the Champions League game between Chelsea and Qarabag on September 12, 2017
Eden Hazard: 'Injury problems are behind me'
Eden Hazard insists that his injury woes are fully behind him and is eager to hit top form for Chelsea ahead of a crucial week for the club.
Oct 29, 16:45
Antonio Conte is king of the world after the Premier League game between Leicester City and Chelsea on September 9, 2017
Antonio Conte: 'Chelsea must be realistic about Premier League title challenge'
Antonio Conte insists that Chelsea must be "realistic" in their quest to chase down Premier League leaders Manchester City.
Oct 29, 11:01
Antonio Conte shouts orders during the Premier League game between Bournemouth and Chelsea on October 28, 2017
Antonio Conte: 'Chelsea deserved win over Bournemouth'
Chelsea manager Antonio Conte believes that his side deserved their 1-0 win over Bournemouth at the Vitality Stadium, but admits that they could have been more clinical.
Oct 28, 19:08
Eden Hazard scores during the Premier League game between Bournemouth and Chelsea on October 28, 2017
Eden Hazard fires Chelsea past Bournemouth
Eden Hazard scores the only goal of the game as Chelsea climb back into the top four courtesy of a 1-0 win over Bournemouth at the Vitality Stadium.
Oct 28, 18:22
Gary Cahill in action during the Champions League game between Chelsea and Qarabag on September 12, 2017
Team News: Gary Cahill on Chelsea bench
Chelsea skipper Gary Cahill starts on the bench for the trip to Bournemouth.
Oct 28, 15:32
David Luiz and Benik Afobe in action during the Premier League game between Bournemouth and Chelsea on October 28, 2017
Live Commentary: Bournemouth 0-1 Chelsea - as it happened
Relive Chelsea's 1-0 win over Bournemouth at the Vitality Stadium as Eden Hazard scores the only goal of the game to fire the champions back into the top four.
Oct 28, 15:30
Tiemoue Bakayoko and N'Golo Kante deny all knowledge as Raheem Sterling goes down during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Manchester City on September 30, 2017
Antonio Conte keen to get N'Golo Kante back to full fitness
Antonio Conte believes that Chelsea have learned to adapt without N'Golo Kante available, but is still keen to get his influential midfielder back from injury.
Oct 28, 08:34
Antonio Conte watches on intently during the Premier League game between Crystal Palace and Chelsea on October 14, 2017
Antonio Conte defends record after Chelsea's slow start to season
Chelsea manager Antonio Conte takes a defensive approach when asked to assess his side's start to the campaign, insisting that the champions remain in a good position.
Oct 27, 13:40
Tiemoue Bakayoko and N'Golo Kante deny all knowledge as Raheem Sterling goes down during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Manchester City on September 30, 2017
N'Golo Kante in contention to return for Roma clash
N'Golo Kante could make his return against Roma next week after spending a month out injured, but Chelsea will be without the midfielder at Bournemouth.
Oct 27, 13:28
Antonio Conte orders the gabagool during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Everton on August 27, 2017
Antonio Conte hits out at "bullshit" rumours of player unrest
Antonio Conte labels reports of unrest behind the scenes at Chelsea as "bullshit", while also taking a swipe at British newspaper The Sun.
Oct 27, 13:16
Lazio's Ciro Immobile in action against Torino on March 13, 2017
Chelsea to pair Alvaro Morata with Ciro Immobile next season?
Ciro Immobile is reportedly a summer transfer target for Chelsea, who are keen to pair the Lazio striker with Alvaro Morata at Stamford Bridge.
Oct 27, 13:02
Bayern Munich manager Carlo Ancelotti takes his seat during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Middlesbrough on May 8, 2017
Former Chelsea manager Carlo Ancelotti heading back to Stamford Bridge?
A report claims that Carlo Ancelotti could be on his way back to Stamford Bridge, as Chelsea chiefs prepare for life after Antonio Conte.
Oct 27, 11:40
Eddie Howe watches his side go down again during the Premier League game between Tottenham Hotspur and Bournemouth on October 14, 2017
Bournemouth boss Eddie Howe: 'We didn't want Chelsea in EFL Cup'
Bournemouth boss Eddie Howe admits that he did not want to travel to Chelsea in the EFL Cup quarter-finals.
Oct 27, 08:57
Olivier Giroud in action during the Premier League game between Arsenal and Burnley on January 22, 2017
Chelsea plotting shock January swoop for Arsenal's Olivier Giroud?
Arsenal's Olivier Giroud is linked with a shock move to London rivals Arsenal.
Oct 26, 20:05
Antonio Conte watches on intently during the Premier League game between Crystal Palace and Chelsea on October 14, 2017
Preview:Bournemouth vs. Chelsea
Sports Mole previews the Premier League encounter at the Vitality Stadium between Bournemouth and Chelsea.
Oct 26, 16:43
Interim Toffees boss David Unsworth watches on during the EFL Cup game between Chelsea and Everton on October 25, 2017
David Unsworth: 'Everton were terrific against Chelsea'
Everton interim manager David Unsworth is happy with his players for putting in a "terrific" performance in Wednesday night's 2-1 defeat at Chelsea in the EFL Cup.
Oct 25, 21:31
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