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/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F48%2Fdiego-costa.jpg "Diego Costa celebrates scoring during the Premier League game between Manchester City and Chelsea on December 3, 2016")
Chelsea battle back at Etihad Stadium to beat profligate Manchester City
Diego Costa, Willian and Eden Hazard score second-half goals to help Chelsea recover from a goal down to beat nine-man Manchester City 3-1 in a top-of-the-table tussle.Dec 3, 14:27
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F44%2Fantonio-conte.JPG "Chelsea manager Antonio Conte looks on during his side's Premier League clash with Southampton at St Mary's Stadium on October 30, 2016")
Antonio Conte: 'Nemanja Matic has muscular problem'
Chelsea boss Antonio Conte says that midfielder Nemanja Matic has sustained a "little muscular problem".Dec 3, 12:24
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F44%2Filkay-gundogan_1.JPG "Ilkay Gundogan of Manchester City in action during his side's Champions League clash with Barcelona at the Etihad Stadium on November 1, 2016")
Team News: Pep Guardiola makes six changes for Manchester City's clash with Chelsea
Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola makes six changes to his side for the Premier League clash with Chelsea.Dec 3, 11:35
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F47%2Fpep-guardiola.JPG "Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola looks on during his side's Premier League clash with Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park on November 19, 2016")
Live Commentary: Manchester City 1-3 Chelsea - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live text coverage of Man City's 3-1 defeat to Chelsea at the Etihad Stadium, as the Blues came out on top to move four clear.Dec 3, 11:30
Antonio Conte: 'Manchester City game is new challenge for Chelsea'
Chelsea head coach Antonio Conte suggests that his side will be facing a new challenge when they play Manchester City on Saturday.Dec 2, 17:28
Pep Guardiola excited for first match against Antonio Conte
Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola says that he is "looking forward" to facing Antonio Conte for the first time when his side face Chelsea on Saturday.Dec 2, 16:12
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F44%2Ffootball-general.JPG "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")
Report: Chelsea to launch £24m bid for Napoli defender Faouzi Ghoulam
Chelsea are reportedly considering a £24m swoop for Napoli defender Faouzi Ghoulam in the January transfer window.Dec 1, 10:26
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F39%2Fjohn-terry_2.jpg "Chelsea's John Terry during the EFL Cup match between Chelsea and Bristol Rovers at Stamford Bridge on August 23, 2016")
Report: Chelsea captain John Terry considering joining Gus Poyet in China
Chelsea captain John Terry is reportedly open to joining Chinese Super League side Shanghai Shenhua to play under Gus Poyet at the end of the season.Nov 30, 12:28
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F44%2Fdiego-costa.JPG "Diego Costa of Chelsea in action during his side's Premier League clash with Southampton at St Mary's on October 30, 2016")
Inter Milan reject "absurd" rumours of move for Chelsea striker Diego Costa
Inter Milan sporting director Piero Ausilio rejects "absurd" reports that the club are considering a £50m move for Chelsea striker Diego Costa.Nov 30, 11:00
Report: Chelsea to move for Niklas Sule in January
A report claims that Chelsea want to sign Hoffenheim defender Niklas Sule in the January transfer window.Nov 29, 18:42
Report: Chelsea, Manchester United in James Rodriguez battle
A report claims that Manchester United will face competition from Chelsea in the race to sign Real Madrid attacker James Rodriguez.Nov 29, 11:03
Report: Jose Mourinho plotting shock John Obi Mikel reunion
A report claims that John Obi Mikel, out of contract at Chelsea next season after more than a decade at the club, is wanted by former boss Jose Mourinho at Man United.Nov 28, 22:56
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F39%2Fjohn-terry_1.jpg "John Terry of Chelsea during the Premier League match between Chelsea and West Ham United at Stamford Bridge on August 15, 2016")
Chelsea captain John Terry open to prospect of leaving club
John Terry says that seeing out the final seasons of his playing career abroad "is an option", but is only focusing on helping Chelsea until his current deal expires.Nov 28, 19:23
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F47%2Fvictor-moses.jpg "Victor Moses in action for Chelsea on October 1, 2016")
Report: Chelsea to open contract talks with Victor Moses
Barcelona reportedly send scouts to watch Victor Moses, but Chelsea could offer the wing-back a new long-term deal as early as next week to fend off any interest.Nov 27, 21:51
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F41%2Fantonio-conte.JPG "Chelsea manager Antonio Conte gesticulates on the touchline during his side's Premier League clash with Hull City at the KCOM Stadium on October 1, 2016")
Antonio Conte: 'Chelsea must keep feet on the ground'
Chelsea manager Antonio Conte warns his side against getting carried away after their 2-1 victory over Tottenham Hotspur extended their winning run to seven matches.Nov 26, 21:32
Thibaut Courtois: 'Antonio Conte keeps Chelsea sharp'
Chelsea goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois talks up the influence that manager Antonio Conte has had on the team during their seven-match winning streak.Nov 26, 20:51
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F41%2Fantonio-conte_2.JPG "Chelsea manager Antonio Conte gesticulates on the touchline during his side's Premier League clash with Hull City at the KCOM Stadium on October 1, 2016")
Antonio Conte: 'Still too early for Premier League title talk'
Chelsea manager Antonio Conte insists that it is still too early to talk about the prospect of his side winning the Premier League title this season.Nov 26, 20:23
Victor Moses: 'Chelsea feels like home'
Chelsea wing-back Victor Moses says that he feels at home at the club, having developed into a key player under Antonio Conte this season.Nov 26, 20:10
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F44%2Fpedro.JPG "Pedro of Chelsea in action during his side's Premier League clash with Southampton at St Mary's on October 30, 2016")
Pedro: 'Chelsea are high on confidence'
Chelsea forward Pedro urges his side to continue taking things game by game after they made it seven wins in a row with victory over Tottenham Hotspur.Nov 26, 19:45
Chelsea end Tottenham Hotspur's unbeaten league run to climb top
Chelsea move back top of the Premier League table thanks to a 2-1 win over Tottenham Hotspur at Stamford Bridge, ending their rivals' unbeaten run in the process.Nov 26, 19:21
Team News: Dele Alli back against unchanged Chelsea
Dele Alli returns to the Tottenham Hotspur starting XI for the London derby at Chelsea.Nov 26, 16:32
Live Commentary: Chelsea 2-1 Tottenham Hotspur - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live text coverage of Chelsea's 2-1 win over Tottenham Hotspur, as the Blues ended their rivals' unbeaten run to climb top.Nov 26, 16:29
Antonio Conte brushes off speculation linking Victor Moses with Barcelona
Chelsea manager Antonio Conte ignores speculation linking Victor Moses with a shock move to Barcelona, insisting that his players are fully focused on the present.Nov 25, 22:23
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F40%2Fgary-cahill.jpg "Gary Cahill demonstrates his remarkable drinking skills during the Premier League game between Hull City and Chelsea on October 1, 2016")
Gary Cahill "enjoying" new Chelsea system
Chelsea defender Gary Cahill says that he is enjoying playing in Antonio Conte's 3-4-3 formation, with the Blues now having won six games in a row without conceding.Nov 25, 19:05
John Obi Mikel coy on Chelsea future
Nigerian midfielder John Obi Mikel hints that he will leave Chelsea in January if he continues to be overlooked by Blues boss Antonio Conte.Nov 25, 18:46
Antonio Conte: 'Willian important for Chelsea'
Chelsea boss Antonio Conte pays tribute to Willian amid suggestions that Manchester United will move for the Brazilian in the January transfer window.Nov 25, 17:33
Gianfranco Zola backs Chelsea for Premier League glory
Chelsea legend Gianfranco Zola praises the impact of manager Antonio Conte and backs his former club to win the Premier League title.Nov 25, 15:40
Chelsea captain John Terry ruled out of Tottenham Hotspur clash
Chelsea manager Antonio Conte confirms that captain John Terry will miss two to three weeks with a muscular injury.Nov 25, 13:46
Antonio Conte wary of Tottenham Hotspur threat
Chelsea manager Antonio Conte backs Tottenham Hotspur to be amongst the title challengers this season ahead of Saturday's London derby between the two sides.Nov 25, 13:37
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F44%2Fwillian.JPG "Willian of Chelsea in action during his side's Premier League clash with Southampton at St Mary's on October 30, 2016")
Report: Manchester United consider £40m Willian bid
A report claims that Manchester United are considering a £40m bid for Chelsea attacker Willian, who has lost his place in Antonio Conte's starting XI.Nov 25, 10:28
Diego Costa, Thibaut Courtois to sign new Chelsea deals?
Chelsea duo Diego Costa and Thibaut Courtois are reportedly keen to sign new contracts at the club despite having been linked with a move away during the summer.Nov 24, 13:58
Antonio Conte takes swipe at Jose Mourinho for 'underestimating' Victor Moses
Chelsea manager Antonio Conte takes aim at Jose Mourinho for 'underestimating' Victor Moses.Nov 22, 15:17
Antonio Conte: 'My priority is to repay faith Roman Abramovich showed in me'
Chelsea manager Antonio Conte says that he prioritises repaying the faith shown in him by club owner Roman Abramovich over winning trophies.Nov 22, 13:51
John Terry, Cesc Fabregas and Michy Batshuayi all feature for Chelsea reserves
John Terry, Cesc Fabregas and Michy Batshuayi all feature in a Chelsea development side which beat Southampton on Monday afternoon.Nov 21, 16:14
West Brom boss Tony Pulis takes a dig at "sexy" Jurgen Klopp and foreign managers
West Bromwich Albion boss Tony Pulis takes a dig at Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp, as well as Pep Guardiola and Antonio Conte.Nov 21, 15:30
Federico Bernardeschi 'to push for January Chelsea move'
Chelsea manager Antonio Conte reportedly earmarks Fiorentina winger Federico Bernardeschi as a target during the January transfer window.Nov 20, 22:43
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F46%2Fdiego-costa.jpg "Diego Costa celebrates scoring during the Premier League game between Middlesbrough and Chelsea on November 20, 2016")
Antonio Conte hails "fantastic" Diego Costa
Chelsea manager Antonio Conte describes Diego Costa as a "fantastic striker" following his match-winning display against Middlesbrough at the Riverside.Nov 20, 21:51
Antonio Conte happy with "very important" Chelsea win
Chelsea manager Antonio Conte hails his side's 1-0 win over Middlesbrough as a "very important" victory as the Blues climb to the top of the table.Nov 20, 21:39
Antonio Conte plays down Chelsea title favourites tag
Chelsea manager Antonio Conte plays down suggestions that his side are now title favourites after they moved top of the table with victory over Middlesbrough.Nov 20, 20:18
Diego Costa fires Chelsea top of the table
Diego Costa's 10th goal of the season fires Chelsea to a sixth consecutive clean sheet and victory, with their 1-0 win over Middlesbrough taking them top of the table.Nov 20, 17:55
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