Chelsea's Branislav Ivanovic is mobbed by team mates after scoring the late winner against Benfica on May 15, 2013
Chelsea's Branislav Ivanovic: 'We have to start well'
Chelsea defender Branislav Ivanovic believes that it is "very important" to make a strong start to the new Premier League season.
Jul 24, 14:28
Chelsea's David Luiz celebrates his free-kick against Aston Villa on December 23, 2012
Chelsea's Jose Mourinho: 'David Luiz has incredible potential'
Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho describes David Luiz as a player with "incredible potential", but only as a central defender under his regime.
Jul 20, 00:48
Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho at his first press conference on June 10, 2013
Jose Mourinho gets off to winning start
A penalty from Romelu Lukaku seals a 1-0 win for Chelsea in Jose Mourinho's first match in charge since his return.
Jul 17, 14:55
Liverpool's Luis Suarez holds his head in his hands after a missed chance during the match against Reading on April 13, 2013
Footballers 'named rudest people in Britain in poll'
A poll places footballers at the top of a list of the rudest people in Britain.
Jul 17, 11:58
Chelsea's Juan Mata celebrates scoring the opener in the FA Cup 4th round replay against Brentford on February 17, 2013
Juan Mata's top five Chelsea moments
With reports linking him with a move to Manchester United, we take a look at Juan Mata's best five moments in a Chelsea shirt.
Jul 17, 11:22
Mansfield players protest Luis Suarez's controversial goal for Liverpool on January 6, 2013
Liverpool expect Suarez bid from Real Madrid this week?
Liverpool are reportedly expecting Real Madrid to make a bid for Luis Suarez this week.
Jul 17, 01:45
Branislav Ivanovic
Jose Mourinho: 'No chance of Branislav Ivanovic leaving Chelsea'
Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho insists that Branislav Ivanovic will not leave Stamford Bridge this summer, despite reported interest from Paris Saint-Germain.
Jul 16, 18:23
Chelsea's Branislav Ivanovic celebrates scoring his team's second goal on December 19, 2012
Chelsea's Branislav Ivanovic open to playing alongside Luis Suarez
Chelsea defender Branislav Ivanovic insists that he would be happy to play alongside Luis Suarez, despite being bitten by the Liverpool forward last season.
Jul 16, 09:21
Chelsea's Branislav Ivanovic celebrates scoring his team's second goal on December 19, 2012
Paris Saint-Germain want Chelsea's Branislav Ivanovic
Paris Saint-Germain coach Laurent Blanc wants Branislav Ivanovic and is prepared to offer Chelsea £8m plus add-ons for the versatile defender.
Jul 14, 22:09
Branislav Ivanovic
Branislav Ivanovic: 'Jose Mourinho management has been impressive'
Chelsea defender Branislav Ivanovic admits that he has been impressed with what he has seen so far from new manager Jose Mourinho and his team.
Jul 13, 15:18
Liverpool's Luis Suarez scores from a free kick against Wigan on March 2, 2013
Liverpool's Luis Suarez 'laughs' at Chelsea rumours
Liverpool centre-forward Luis Suarez laughs off reports that he could join Chelsea this summer.
Jul 9, 14:46
Chelsea's Branislav Ivanovic celebrates scoring his team's second goal on December 19, 2012
Chelsea's Branislav Ivanovic impressed by Jose Mourinho
Chelsea defender Branislav Ivanovic admits that he is already impressed with manager Jose Mourinho as the team return to pre-season training.
Jul 9, 14:34
Roman Abramovich
Roman Abramovich's top 10 Chelsea signings
As Roman Abramovich chalks up a decade as Chelsea owner, Sports Mole selects 10 of the best signings during the Russian's regime.
Jul 1, 11:47
Mario Gomez
Five players Chelsea should sign
Sports Mole selects five players that could improve Chelsea's chances of success under Jose Mourinho next season.
Jun 18, 11:39
Liverpool's Luis Suarez holds his head in his hands after a missed chance during the match against Reading on April 13, 2013
Luis Suarez admits he needs to improve his behaviour
Luis Suarez admits that he needs to channel his frustrations on the football pitch in a more productive manner in the future.
Jun 16, 13:01
Luis Suarez gives the thumbs up after scoring his second goal against QPR on December 30, 2012
Luis Suarez "not thinking" about forcing through Liverpool exit
Luis Suarez insists that he is "not thinking" about trying to "benefit" a move away from Liverpool while at the Confederations Cup with Uruguay.
Jun 14, 14:06
Ian Ayre
Liverpool: 'Luis Suarez email is a complete fake'
An email signed by Ian Ayre discussing the sale of Luis Suarez is "a complete fake", says a spokesman for Liverpool.
Jun 12, 21:45
Liverpool's Luis Suarez holds his head in his hands after a missed chance during the match against Reading on April 13, 2013
Luis Suarez: 'I completely lost it before biting Branislav Ivanovic'
Liverpool striker Luis Suarez admits that the red mist descended during the incident which saw him bite Branislav Ivanovic last season.
Jun 11, 02:13
Chelsea's Branislav Ivanovic celebrates scoring his team's second goal on December 19, 2012
Branislav Ivanovic excited by Jose Mourinho return
Chelsea defender Branislav Ivanovic reveals that he is excited by the return of manager Jose Mourinho.
Jun 8, 10:17
Belgium's Kevin De Bruyne celebrates after he scored against Serbia during their World Cup qualifying match on June 7, 2013
Belgium earn crucial Group A win over Serbia
Belgium move three points clear of second place Croatia in Group A as they beat Serbia 2-1 thanks to goals from Kevin de Bruyne and Marouane Fellaini.
Jun 7, 21:02
Real Madrid boss Jose Mourinho in the stands at Old Trafford to watch his team's Champions League opponents Manchester United play against Everton on February 10, 2013
Jose Mourinho's transfer plans for the summer ahead
Sports Mole looks at the work that lies ahead for Jose Mourinho following his return as manager of Chelsea.
Jun 3, 16:13
Liverpool's Luis Suarez holds his head in his hands after a missed chance during the match against Reading on April 13, 2013
Luis Suarez critical of David Cameron
Liverpool striker Luis Suarez is critical of British Prime Minister David Cameron for comments attributed to him over the Uruguayan's 10-match ban.
Jun 2, 05:31
Liverpool's Luis Suarez holds his head in his hands after a missed chance during the match against Reading on April 13, 2013
Graeme Souness: 'Liverpool will struggle to make Champions League without Luis Suarez'
Former Liverpool manager Graeme Souness believes that the club will find it difficult to make the Champions League next season if Luis Suarez leaves.
Jun 2, 01:53
Dietmar Hamann
Dietmar Hamann slams Liverpool's Luis Suarez for exit claims
Dietmar Hamann criticises Luis Suarez's controversial conduct following the striker's claims that he wants to leave Liverpool this summer.
May 31, 15:48
Liverpool's Luis Suarez holds his head in his hands after a missed chance during the match against Reading on April 13, 2013
Jose Enrique: 'Liverpool must keep Luis Suarez'
Liverpool defender Jose Enrique believes that it is vital that the club avoids selling Luis Suarez this summer.
May 24, 19:33
Robin Van Persie celebrates scoring the winner against Manchester City on December 9, 2012
Sports Mole readers' Premier League Team of the Season
The votes are in! Here is who the readers of Sports Mole voted to be in their Premier League Team of the Season.
May 22, 13:40
Liverpool's Luis Suarez holds his head in his hands after a missed chance during the match against Reading on April 13, 2013
Brendan Rodgers: Luis Suarez is "not for sale"
Liverpool manager Brendan Rodgers insists that star striker Luis Suarez is "not for sale" this summer.
May 22, 00:51
Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson and his players celebrate with the Premier League trophy during the winners parade on May 13, 2013
End-of-season report: Manchester United
Sports Mole looks back over Sir Alex Ferguson's last campaign as manager of Manchester United.
May 21, 14:02
Benfica goalkeeper Artur in action on March 27, 2012
Artur "cannot explain" defeat
Artur is unable to see how Benfica managed to lose against Chelsea in the Europa League final.
May 16, 09:55
Benfica manager Jorge Jesus on the touchline on March 17, 2013
Jorge Jesus: 'Benfica deserved to win'
Jorge Jesus says that Benfica did not deserve to lose last night's Europa League final against Chelsea.
May 15, 23:15
Frank Lampard celebrates scoring his team's third goal after converting a penalty against Stoke on January 12, 2013
Frank Lampard: 'Branislav Ivanovic deserves this'
Frank Lampard says that Branislav Ivanovic deserves tonight's Europa League success.
May 15, 21:22
Chelsea's Branislav Ivanovic heads in the winning goal against Benfica on May 15, 2013
Match Analysis: Benfica 1-2 Chelsea
Sports Mole casts an eye over Chelsea's Europa League success at the expense of Benfica in Amsterdam.
May 15, 21:17
Chelsea's Fernando Torres celebrates moments after scoring the opening goal against Benfica on May 15, 2013
Fernando Torres: "It was a very tough game"
Fernando Torres says that this could be the only chance Chelsea will have to win the Europa League.
May 15, 21:06
Chelsea interim manager Rafael Benitez during the match against FC Basel on April 25, 2013
Rafael Benitez proud of Chelsea triumph
Chelsea interim manager Rafael Benitez admits his pride following Thursday's victory over Benfica in the Europa League final.
May 15, 21:05
Chelsea's Branislav Ivanovic is mobbed by team mates after scoring the late winner against Benfica on May 15, 2013
Branislav Ivanovic: 'Chelsea deserve Europa League glory'
Branislav Ivanovic insists that Chelsea are worthy winners following their Europa League final triumph over Benfica.
May 15, 20:56
Chelsea's Branislav Ivanovic heads in the winning goal against Benfica on May 15, 2013
Chelsea crowned Europa League champions
An injury-time goal from Branislav Ivanovic sees Chelsea beat Benfica 2-1 in Amsterdam to win the Europa League.
May 15, 20:39
Frank Lampard, John Terry
Team News: Frank Lampard captains Chelsea, John Terry misses out
Frank Lampard is named as Chelsea captain for tonight's Europa League final against Benfica in Amsterdam.
May 15, 17:42
Chelsea's Branislav Ivanovic is mobbed by team mates after scoring the late winner against Benfica on May 15, 2013
Live Commentary: Europa League final - Benfica 1-2 Chelsea - as it happened
Find out how Chelsea won the Europa League title at the expense of Benfica with Sports Mole's text updates.
May 15, 17:31
Chelsea's Branislav Ivanovic celebrates scoring his team's second goal on December 19, 2012
Branislav Ivanovic hopes for happy ending to the season
Branislav Ivanovic hopes that Chelsea can finish the season on a high and win the Europa League on Wednesday evening.
May 12, 17:37
Eric Lichaj
Team News: Paul Lambert forced into one Aston Villa change against Chelsea
Eric Lichaj comes in for the injured Matthew Lowton for Aston Villa's Premier League match against Chelsea this lunchtime.
May 11, 10:54
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