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/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")
Cesar Azpilicueta: 'Chelsea are in control'
Chelsea defender Cesar Azpilicueta admits that the Premier League title is "in their hands" ahead of matches with Middlesbrough and West Bromwich Albion.May 8, 11:26
Barcelona consider move for Chelsea defender Cesar Azpilicueta?
Barcelona are reportedly considering making a big-money move for versatile Chelsea defender Cesar Azpilicueta.May 3, 09:58
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F17%2Fdiego-costa.jpg "Diego Costa celebrates scoring during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Southampton on April 25, 2017")
Diego Costa brace helps Chelsea move seven points clear
Diego Costa ends a five-match goal drought to score twice as Chelsea climb seven points clear at the top of the table with a 4-2 win over Southampton.Apr 25, 20:42
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F05%2Feden-hazard.jpg "Eden Hazard in action during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Arsenal on February 4, 2017")
Eden Hazard not ready to take over as permanent Chelsea captain
Eden Hazard does not believe that he has the right attributes to succeed John Terry as Chelsea captain next season, despite skippering national side Belgium in the past.Apr 25, 17:09
Team News: Eden Hazard, Diego Costa on Chelsea bench
Diego Costa and Eden Hazard start on the bench for Chelsea as they face Tottenham Hotspur in the semi-finals of the FA Cup.Apr 22, 15:18
Manchester United end Chelsea hoodoo to close on top four in Premier League
Ander Herrera scores one and sets up another to help Manchester United to a 2-0 win over Chelsea at Old Trafford.Apr 16, 16:52
Team News: Nemanja Matic, Victor Moses back for Chelsea
Nemanja Matic and Victor Moses return for Chelsea's trip to Bournemouth.Apr 8, 15:32
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F07%2Fantonio-conte-cheslea.jpg "Chelsea manager Antonio Conte on the sidelines in the match against Burnley on February 12, 2017")
Antonio Conte explains half-time change as Chelsea beat Manchester City
Chelsea head coach Antonio Conte says that it was a "tactical" decision to introduce Nemanja Matic for Kurt Zouma during his side's 2-1 win over Manchester City.Apr 6, 08:26
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F44%2Feden-hazard_1.JPG "Chelsea midfielder Eden Hazard in action during his side's Premier League clash with Southampton at St Mary's Stadium on October 30, 2016")
Eden Hazard keeps Chelsea seven points clear at top of Premier League
Chelsea beat Manchester City 2-1 at Stamford Bridge to remain seven points clear at the summit, courtesy of two goals from Eden Hazard.Apr 5, 20:51
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F41%2Fvincent-kompany_1.jpg "Manchester City captain Vincent Kompany warms up before his side's Premier League match against Everton at the Etihad Stadium on October 15, 2016")
Team News: Vincent Kompany, Fabian Delph start for Manchester City
Vincent Kompany and Fabian Delph start for Manchester City's trip to Chelsea.Apr 5, 18:04
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F45%2Feden-hazard.JPG "Chelsea winger Eden Hazard in action during his side's Premier League clash with Everton at Stamford Bridge on November 5, 2016")
Team News: Diego Costa, Eden Hazard, Cesc Fabregas start for Chelsea
Antonio Conte names a strong starting XI as Chelsea welcome Crystal Palace to Stamford Bridge.Apr 1, 13:05
Cesar Azpilicueta 'flattered' by Barcelona link
Chelsea defender Cesar Azpilicueta says that it is "flattering" to be linked with a move to Barcelona, but insists that he is "very happy" at Stamford Bridge.Mar 31, 17:49
Defender Kurt Zouma to consider Chelsea future in summer
Chelsea defender Kurt Zouma hints that he may consider leaving Stamford Bridge during the summer.Mar 27, 11:10
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F52%2Fvirgil-van-dijk.JPG "Southampton defender Virgil van Dijk in action during the Premier League clash with West Bromwich Albion at St Mary's on December 31, 2016")
Report: Liverpool, Chelsea both want Southampton defender Virgil van Dijk
Southampton defender Virgil van Dijk is on the radar of both Liverpool and Chelsea, according to reports.Mar 24, 15:52
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F43%2Fjose-mourinho-antonio-conte.jpg "Jose Mourinho borrows old pal Wenger's coat to attend the Premier League game between Chelsea and Manchester United on October 23, 2016")
Preview:Chelsea vs. Manchester United
Sports Mole previews Monday evening's FA Cup quarter-final tie between Chelsea and Manchester United at Stamford Bridge.Mar 10, 18:19
Barcelona scout Chelsea trio?
Barcelona's sporting director reportedly watches Chelsea trio Cesar Azpilicueta, Marcos Alonso and Nemanja Matic in action.Mar 9, 14:48
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F10%2Fdiego-costa-chelsea.jpg "Chelsea players celebrate Diego Costa's goal against West Ham United on March 6, 2017")
Chelsea march on with win over West Ham United
Chelsea restore their 10-point lead at the top of the Premier League table courtesy of a 2-1 win over West Ham United at the London Stadium.Mar 6, 21:57
Paul Clement rues missed handball call
Swansea City manager Paul Clement admits that Chelsea deserved their 3-1 win, but believes that it could have been different had his side been given a penalty.Feb 25, 18:28
Chelsea move 11 points clear at top of Premier League
Chelsea move 11 points clear at the top of the Premier League table courtesy of a 3-1 win over Swansea City at Stamford Bridge.Feb 25, 16:53
Preview:Chelsea vs. Swansea City
Sports Mole previews the Premier League encounter at Stamford Bridge between Chelsea and Swansea City.Feb 23, 11:20
Team News: Chelsea make seven changes at Wolverhampton Wanderers
Chelsea boss Antonio Conte makes seven changes to his side ahead of their FA Cup fifth-round trip to Wolverhampton Wanderers, while Paul Lambert switches round five players.Feb 18, 16:42
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F01%2Fsean-dyche.jpg "Sean Dyche shouts orders during the Premier League game between Manchester City and Burnley on January 2, 2017")
Robbie Brady stunner earns Burnley draw with Chelsea
Robbie Brady marks his first start in a Burnley shirt with a 25-yard free kick which earns his side a 1-1 draw with Premier League leaders Chelsea.Feb 12, 15:23
Branislav Ivanovic completes move to Zenit St Petersburg from Chelsea
Branislav Ivanovic finalises his move to Zenit St Petersburg from Chelsea on a two-and-a-half-year deal.Feb 1, 12:57
/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")
Chelsea captain John Terry: 'I hope I don't play again this season'
Chelsea captain John Terry says that he hopes that Antonio Conte does not play him again this season because of the team's impressive campaign.Jan 31, 10:08
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F52%2Fjurgen-klopp_2.jpg "Jurgen Klopp shouts orders during the Premier League game between Liverpool and Manchester City on December 31, 2016")
Preview:Liverpool vs. Chelsea
Sports Mole previews the Premier League showdown between Liverpool and Chelsea at Anfield.Jan 30, 14:04
West Brom boss Tony Pulis confirms club never wanted Branislav Ivanovic
West Bromwich Albion boss Tony Pulis rules out making a late move for Chelsea defender Branislav Ivanovic.Jan 30, 10:57
Frank Lampard: 'Cesar Azpilicueta has been Chelsea's best player this season'
Chelsea legend Frank Lampard says that defender Cesar Azpilicueta has been the best player for the Premier League leaders this season.Jan 28, 09:36
Everton eyeing Chelsea's Branislav Ivanovic as Phil Jagielka replacement?
Everton are reportedly considering a move for Chelsea defender Branislav Ivanovic amid rumours that Phil Jagielka could leave this month.Jan 23, 10:57
Team News: Diego Costa back for Chelsea
Diego Costa returns to the Chelsea starting XI for the visit of Hull City.Jan 22, 15:33
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F47%2Fmarcos-alonso.jpg "Marcos Alonso in action for Chelsea on October 30, 2016")
Chelsea thrash Leicester City to edge seven points clear at Premier League summit
Chelsea extend their lead at the top of the Premier League table to seven points after claiming a comprehensive 3-0 win away at champions Leicester City.Jan 14, 19:22
/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")
John Terry 'to reject Bournemouth interest to stay at Chelsea'
John Terry reportedly tells Chelsea that he wants to stay at the club amid rumours that Bournemouth are keen to take the defender on loan.Jan 11, 12:34
Antonio Conte unsure if John Terry will be offered new Chelsea contract
Antonio Conte suggests that John Terry could leave Chelsea when his contract expires at the end of the season.Jan 9, 09:28
Chelsea beat Arsenal to signing of defender Ricardo Rodriguez?
Premier League leaders Chelsea are ready to pounce for £21m-rated Wolfsburg full-back Ricardo Rodriguez, according to a report.Jan 3, 09:37
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F52%2Fwillian-diego-costa.jpg "Willian celebrates scoring (apparently) with Diego Costa during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Stoke City on December 31, 2016")
Chelsea work hard to equal top-flight record with victory over Stoke City
Chelsea battle to a 4-2 victory over Stoke City at Stamford Bridge to make it a record-equalling 13 wins in succession in the top flight.Dec 31, 16:50
/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")
Team News: Diego Costa, N'Golo Kante back for Chelsea
Diego Costa and N'Golo Kante return to the fold as Chelsea welcome Stoke City.Dec 31, 14:07
/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")
Chelsea cruise to 12th consecutive Premier League win by downing Bournemouth
Chelsea establish a nine-point lead at the top of the Premier League after a 3-0 victory over Bournemouth at Stamford Bridge.Dec 26, 17:01
Chelsea march on with win over Crystal Palace
Chelsea move nine points clear at the top of the Premier League table with a 1-0 win away at Crystal Palace.Dec 17, 14:25
Cesar Azpilicueta signs new Chelsea deal
Chelsea announce that Cesar Azpilicueta has signed a new three-and-a-half year contract with the club.Dec 13, 12:37
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F40%2Fdavid-luiz.jpg "David Luiz in action for Chelsea on September 16, 2016")
Antonio Conte: 'David Luiz deserves more respect'
Chelsea boss Antonio Conte insists that Brazilian defender David Luiz "deserves respect" for his impressive form this season.Dec 9, 16:46
/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
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