Alvaro Morata scores the opener during the Premier League game between Stoke City and Chelsea on September 23, 2017
Live Commentary: Stoke City 0-4 Chelsea - as it happened
Relive Chelsea's 4-0 win over Stoke City as Alvaro Morata's hat-trick helps the clinical champions to all three points at the bet365 Stadium.
Sep 23, 13:01
Eden Hazard in action during the Champions League game between Chelsea and Qarabag on September 12, 2017
Team News: Eden Hazard still on Chelsea bench
Eden Hazard remains on the bench as Chelsea visit Stoke City.
Sep 23, 13:01
Diego Costa eats his medal during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Sunderland on May 21, 2017
Report: Diego Costa rejected Everton summer move
Departing Chelsea forward Diego Costa reportedly turned down the chance to join Everton in the final days of the summer transfer window.
Sep 23, 11:46
Alvaro Morata watches on from the bench during the Champions League game between Chelsea and Qarabag on September 12, 2017
Antonio Conte: 'Alvaro Morata must become more aggressive'
Chelsea boss Antonio Conte believes that Alvaro Morata is the kind of man people want their daughters to marry, but wants the striker to get meaner on the pitch.
Sep 23, 11:20
Willian celebrates scoring the Blues' first during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Sunderland on May 21, 2017
Willian: 'Chelsea just as strong as last season'
Chelsea midfielder Willian believes that the Blues remain as strong as they were last year despite several high-profile departures over the summer.
Sep 23, 10:50
Diego Costa of Chelsea celebrates with teammates after scoring during his side's Premier League clash with Southampton at St Mary's on October 30, 2016
Phil Neville: 'Diego Costa better suited to English game than Alvaro Morata'
Departing Chelsea striker Diego Costa is better suited to the Premier League than Alvaro Morata, according to Phil Neville.
Sep 22, 21:57
Diego Costa is rested during Chelsea's Premier League match against Watford on May 15, 2017
Diego Costa: 'Atletico Madrid is my home'
Diego Costa is thankful to the Chelsea fans for their support but admits that a move back "home" to Atletico Madrid is the "happy ending" that he wanted.
Sep 22, 19:18
Cristiano Ronaldo at the Best FIFA Football Awards on January 9, 2017
Cristiano Ronaldo, Lionel Messi and Neymar shortlisted for Best FIFA Men's Player award
Real Madrid's Cristiano Ronaldo, Barcelona's Lionel Messi and Paris Saint-Germain's Neymar make up the shortlist for this year's Best FIFA Men's Player award.
Sep 22, 18:14
Diego Costa eats his medal during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Sunderland on May 21, 2017
Ray Wilkins questions Chelsea's decision to let Diego Costa leave
Chelsea should have welcomed Diego Costa back to the club and used Alvaro Morata as a back-up striker, according to former player and coach Ray Wilkins.
Sep 22, 15:43
Tiemoue Bakayoko celebrates scoring during the Champions League game between Chelsea and Qarabag on September 12, 2017
Tiemoue Bakayoko in contention for Stoke City trip despite minor car crash
Chelsea boss Antonio Conte says that Danny Drinkwater is the only big-name absentee for his side's Premier League meeting with Stoke City on Saturday afternoon.
Sep 22, 15:33
Diego Costa celebrates scoring during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Middlesbrough on May 8, 2017
Antonio Conte: 'Diego Costa no longer important'
Chelsea manager Antonio Conte says that his relationship with Diego Costa is "not important" following the striker's exit for Atletico Madrid.
Sep 22, 12:40
Diego Costa celebrates scoring during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Middlesbrough on May 8, 2017
Diego Costa holds no Antonio Conte grudge after being granted Chelsea exit
Diego Costa claims that he is "not upset" with Antonio Conte as he brings an end to his three years at Chelsea, with a move to Atletico Madrid close to being finalised.
Sep 22, 08:10
Antonio Conte cleans his face during the Premier League game between Stoke City and Chelsea on March 18, 2017
Preview:Stoke City vs. Chelsea
Sports Mole previews Saturday afternoon's Premier League meeting between Stoke City and Chelsea at the bet365 Stadium.
Sep 21, 15:29
Diego Costa eats his medal during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Sunderland on May 21, 2017
Atletico Madrid reach Diego Costa agreement with Chelsea
Chelsea reach an agreement with Atletico Madrid for the sale of Spain international Diego Costa, subject to personal terms and a medical.
Sep 21, 13:44
David Luiz takes out a photographer during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Arsenal on September 17, 2017
Antonio Conte: 'David Luiz fit for Atletico Madrid match'
Chelsea boss Antonio Conte expects David Luiz to be fit for next week's Champions League group match against Atletico Madrid despite a broken wrist.
Sep 21, 12:10
Diego Costa is rested during Chelsea's Premier League match against Watford on May 15, 2017
Diego Costa to undergo Atletico Madrid medical today?
Diego Costa will reportedly undergo a medical with Atletico Madrid this afternoon as his Chelsea exit draws nearer.
Sep 21, 11:21
Michy Batshuayi nabs the second during the EFL Cup game between Chelsea and Nottingham Forest on September 20, 2017
Michy Batshuayi bags hat-trick as Chelsea cruise past Nottingham Forest
Michy Batshuayi scores a hat-trick as Chelsea make light work of Nottingham Forest with a 5-1 victory in the Carabao Cup third round at Stamford Bridge.
Sep 20, 20:40
David Luiz takes out a photographer during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Arsenal on September 17, 2017
David Luiz 'broke wrist' against Arsenal
Chelsea defender David Luiz reportedly suffered a broken wrist during Sunday's goalless draw with Arsenal.
Sep 20, 15:00
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
Diego Costa to miss World Cup?
Spain manager Julen Lopetegui warns Diego Costa that he will miss out on the World Cup if he does not resolve his club future soon.
Sep 20, 11:58
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
Seventeen-year-old Ethan Ampadu could feature for Chelsea in EFL Cup tie
Chelsea are considering handing 17-year-old Ethan Ampadu his first-team debut in this evening's EFL Cup tie against Nottingham Forest.
Sep 20, 10:54
Pedro in action during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Everton on August 27, 2017
Chelsea manager Antonio Conte: 'Pedro has no luck'
Antonio Conte bemoans Pedro's unlucky nature after the forward picked up a third injury in the same number of games against Arsenal.
Sep 19, 18:09
David Luiz sees red during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Arsenal on September 17, 2017
Antonio Conte: 'Chelsea won't appeal David Luiz red card'
Chelsea manager Antonio Conte reiterates that he does not feel David Luiz should have been shown a red card against Arsenal, but he will reluctantly accept the decision.
Sep 19, 15:29
Antonio Conte orders the gabagool during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Everton on August 27, 2017
Antonio Conte: 'We will try our best in EFL Cup'
Chelsea manager Antonio Conte insists that his side will give the EFL Cup their "best" effort this season.
Sep 19, 12:56
Chelsea's Eden Hazard in action during the Premier League match against Watford on May 15, 2017
Eden Hazard confirmed to start in EFL Cup
Chelsea manager Antonio Conte confirms that Eden Hazard will start against Nottingham Forest.
Sep 19, 12:41
Chelsea's Eden Hazard in action during the Premier League match against Watford on May 15, 2017
Chelsea star Eden Hazard: 'I progressed within a week under Antonio Conte'
Chelsea star Eden Hazard says that he improved his game within one week of Antonio Conte's reign.
Sep 19, 11:15
Diego Costa is rested during Chelsea's Premier League match against Watford on May 15, 2017
Ray Wilkins: 'Diego Costa better option than Alvaro Morata'
Former Chelsea player and coach Ray Wilkins insists that, while Alvaro Morata is "a better footballer" than Diego Costa, the latter is a better option for Antonio Conte.
Sep 18, 17:55
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
Antonio Conte to turn to youth for Nottingham Forest cup tie
Antonio Conte says that "it is normal to rotate", as he prepares to ring the changes for the midweek EFL Cup third-round tie against Nottingham Forest.
Sep 18, 15:40
Andreas Christensen in action during the Champions League game between Chelsea and Qarabag on September 12, 2017
Antonio Conte: 'Andreas Christensen can replace David Luiz'
Young centre-back Andreas Christensen has the trust of manager Antonio Conte to take over from suspended teammate David Luiz for Chelsea's next three domestic games.
Sep 18, 11:30
Shkodran Mustafi scores a disallowed goal during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Arsenal on September 17, 2017
Cesar Azpilicueta: 'It was important not to lose against Arsenal'
Chelsea defender Cesar Azpilicueta says that his side will "keep working hard to improve" after playing out a goalless home draw with London rivals Arsenal.
Sep 18, 10:27
Diego Costa eats his medal during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Sunderland on May 21, 2017
Report: Atletico Madrid make final offer for Diego Costa
A report claims that Chelsea have been informed by Atletico Madrid that their bid of £58m for Diego Costa is the last offer they will table for the Spain international.
Sep 18, 08:59
Antonio Conte orders the gabagool during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Everton on August 27, 2017
Antonio Conte reveals Pedro injury
Chelsea manager Antonio Conte reveals that Pedro's half-time withdrawal during their 0-0 draw with Arsenal was due to an ankle injury.
Sep 17, 18:49
Eden Hazard in action during the Champions League game between Chelsea and Qarabag on September 12, 2017
Eden Hazard to start against Nottingham Forest?
Chelsea manager Antonio Conte says that he is considering starting Eden Hazard in the EFL Cup game against Nottingham Forest on Wednesday night.
Sep 17, 16:41
Antonio Conte is king of the world after the Premier League game between Leicester City and Chelsea on September 9, 2017
Antonio Conte happy with "a good draw"
Chelsea manager Antonio Conte describes his side's goalless encounter with Arsenal as "a good draw".
Sep 17, 15:07
Eden Hazard in action during the Champions League game between Chelsea and Qarabag on September 12, 2017
Team News: Eden Hazard named on Chelsea bench, Mesut Ozil misses out for Arsenal
Eden Hazard will start this afternoon's Premier League clash against Arsenal on the Chelsea bench, while Mesut Ozil misses out for the Gunners.
Sep 17, 11:34
N'Golo Kante in action during the Champions League game between Chelsea and Qarabag on September 12, 2017
Antonio Conte: 'N'Golo Kante is now a complete player'
Chelsea manager Antonio Conte believes that midfielder N'Golo Kante is now a "complete player", having improved his skills in possession.
Sep 16, 22:00
Antonio Conte and windswept Arsene Wenger during the FA Cup final between Arsenal and Chelsea on May 27, 2017
Antonio Conte: 'Arsenal are genuine title rivals'
Chelsea manager Antonio Conte insists that Arsenal are genuine title contenders this season despite the Gunners losing two of their opening four games.
Sep 16, 09:30
Alvaro Morata celebrates scoring during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Everton on August 27, 2017
Alvaro Morata reveals Manchester United approach
Chelsea striker Alvaro Morata reveals that Manchester United tried to sign him during the summer, but that Antonio Conte convinced him to move to Stamford Bridge.
Sep 16, 08:35
Eden Hazard in action during the Champions League game between Chelsea and Qarabag on September 12, 2017
Antonio Conte: 'Eden Hazard close to regaining full fitness'
Chelsea manager Antonio Conte suggests that Eden Hazard could play a big part against Arsenal, while captain Gary Cahill is also in his plans to start.
Sep 15, 17:09
Antonio Conte orders the gabagool during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Everton on August 27, 2017
Antonio Conte: 'Chelsea must remain disciplined against Arsenal'
Chelsea boss Antonio Conte "hopes to finish the game with 11 players" against Arsenal after having men sent off in the last two competitive outings between the sides.
Sep 15, 15:59
Antonio Conte and windswept Arsene Wenger during the FA Cup final between Arsenal and Chelsea on May 27, 2017
Preview:Chelsea vs. Arsenal
Sports Mole previews Sunday lunchtime's Premier League meeting between champions Chelsea and London rivals Arsenal at Stamford Bridge.
Sep 15, 13:01
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