Edin Dzeko celebrates after scoring the opener against Norwich on December 29, 2012
Live Commentary: Chelsea 3-4 Manchester City - as it happened
Sports Mole's live coverage of the post-season friendly between Chelsea and Manchester City in St Louis, Missouri.
May 24, 00:00
Wigan Athletic players celebrate on the pitch after beating Manchester City to win the FA Cup on May 11, 2013
End-of-season report: Wigan Athletic
Sports Mole takes a look at a season for Wigan Athletic that has had its ups and downs.
May 21, 14:01
Real Madrid boss Jose Mourinho prior to kick-off against Borussia Dortmund in the Champions League on April 30, 2013
Eden Hazard wants Jose Mourinho at Chelsea
Eden Hazard hopes that Jose Mourinho takes charge of Chelsea next season.
May 16, 01:38
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
Benfica players celebrate a goal by Oscar Cardozo on February 14, 2013
Alan Smith: 'Chelsea must stop Oscar Cardozo to win Europa League'
Former Arsenal striker pinpoints Oscar Cardozo as Benfica's danger-man in tonight's Europa League final against Chelsea.
May 15, 13:55
John Terry is congratulated by team mate Oscar after scoring the equaliser against Southampton on March 30, 2013
John Terry will be allowed to lift Europa League
John Terry will be permitted to lift the Europa League trophy if Chelsea are successful this evening, despite missing the game through injury.
May 15, 11:48
Wayne Rooney celebrates
What next for Wayne Rooney?
Sports Mole assesses why Wayne Rooney could still be a Manchester United player next season.
May 14, 17:40
Chelsea's Eden Hazard slots home his team's fourth goal against Leeds on December 19, 2012
Eden Hazard out of Europa League final
A hamstring injury forces Eden Hazard to miss Chelsea's Europa League final against Benfica.
May 14, 17:22
John Terry celebrates scoring the opener for Chelsea
John Terry, Eden Hazard travel to Amsterdam
Fitness doubts John Terry and Eden Hazard both travel with the Chelsea squad to Amsterdam ahead of their Europa League final against Benfica.
May 14, 11:18
Chelsea's Frank Lampard celebrates scoring the equalising goal in the Premier League clash with Aston Villa on May 11, 2013
Chelsea's Frank Lampard 'to be given starting spot for Europa League final'
Rafael Benitez reportedly decides to hand Frank Lampard a starting spot in the Chelsea team for their Europa League final against Benfica.
May 14, 09:11
Chelsea's Juan Mata celebrates scoring the opener in the FA Cup 4th round replay against Brentford on February 17, 2013
Juan Mata ready for penalty duty
Chelsea midfielder Juan Mata vows to volunteer if tomorrow's Europa League final goes to penalties, despite missing his spot kick in last season's Champions League decider.
May 14, 01:10
Chelsea's Eden Hazard celebrates scoring the equaliser against Sparta Prague on February 21, 2013
John Terry, Eden Hazard doubts for Europa League final
Chelsea interim manager Rafael Benitez may reveal John Terry and Eden Hazard's respective availability for the Europa League final against Benfica.
May 13, 23:27
Benfica's Eduardo Salvio is mobbed by teammates after his equaliser against Newcastle on April 11, 2013
Preview:Benfica vs. Chelsea
Sports Mole previews Wednesday's Europa League final between Benfica and Chelsea in Amsterdam.
May 13, 13:26
Chelsea interim manager Rafael Benitez during the match against FC Basel on April 25, 2013
Rafael Benitez pleased to secure Champions League place
Chelsea interim manager Rafael Benitez is pleased to have secured a Champions League place for the club next season.
May 11, 14:41
Chelsea's Frank Lampard celebrates scoring the equalising goal in the Premier League clash with Aston Villa on May 11, 2013
Frank Lampard brace earns Chelsea crucial win
Frank Lampard's landmark goal earns Chelsea a 1-1 draw at Villa Park, with Christian Benteke and Ramires both dismissed either side of half time.
May 11, 13:41
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
Chelsea striker Fernando Torres celebrates a goal against Rubin Kazan on April 11, 2013
Team News: Fernando Torres returns for Chelsea
Chelsea make three changes to their starting lineup for tonight's Premier League clash with Tottenham Hotspur at Stamford Bridge.
May 8, 18:01
Chelsea's Ramires celebrates his goal against Spurs on May 8, 2013
Live Commentary: Chelsea 2-2 Tottenham Hotspur - Chelsea bias - as it happened
Read how Sports Mole described the match against Tottenham Hotspur from a Chelsea persective.
May 8, 17:43
Chelsea players congratulate Frank Lampard after a penalty against Swansea on April 28, 2013
Preview:Chelsea vs. Tottenham Hotspur
Sports Mole previews Wednesday's London derby between Chelsea and Tottenham Hotspur, with Champions League football up for grabs.
May 6, 15:55
United's Wayne Rooney celebrates a goal against Reading on March 16, 2013
Team News: Wayne Rooney, Fernando Torres start on bench
Wayne Rooney and Fernando Torres both start of the bench for Chelsea's visit to Manchester United this afternoon.
May 5, 14:41
Chelsea's Fernando Torres celebrates scoring against FC Basel on May 2, 2013
Match Analysis: Chelsea 3-1 Basel (5-2 agg.)
Sports Mole dissects Chelsea's pivotal Europa League tie against Basel at Stamford Bridge.
May 2, 21:32
Chelsea players congratulate Frank Lampard after a penalty against Swansea on April 28, 2013
Live Commentary: Chelsea 3-1 Basel (5-2 agg.) - as it happened
Sports Mole's live text commentary of Chelsea's passage into the Europa League final at the expense of a spirited Basel.
May 2, 18:00
Spurs' Gareth Bale holds his PFA Player of the year and Young player of the year awards on April 28, 2013
Gary Lineker lauds Gareth Bale achievement
Gary Lineker congratulates Gareth Bale on being named the the Professional Footballers' Association Player and Young Player of the Year.
Apr 29, 05:43
Spurs' Gareth Bale holds his PFA Player of the year and Young player of the year awards on April 28, 2013
Gareth Bale scoops double PFA awards
Tottenham Hotspur forward Gareth Bale is named the PFA Player of the Year and also claims the Young Player's award.
Apr 28, 22:46
United striker Robin Van Persie celebrates his opener against Sunderland on December 15, 2012
Premier League Team of the Year announced
The Premier League Team of the Year is announced at tonight's PFA awards evening.
Apr 28, 20:16
Chelsea's Frank Lampard celebrates scoring against West Ham in the Premier League match on March 17, 2013
Half-Time Report: Late double puts Chelsea in control
A classy Oscar strike and a Frank Lampard penalty kick late in the first half give Chelsea a comfortable lead over Swansea City at Stamford Bridge.
Apr 28, 14:57
Gareth Bale celebrates after scoring his second in the Europa League match against Lyon on February 14, 2013
Gareth Bale favourite to win PFA Player of the Year award?
Tottenham Hotspur winger Gareth Bale is reportedly the favourite to win the PFA Player of the Year award ahead of Robin van Persie.
Apr 28, 02:26
Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger shouts from the touchline during the FA Cup 5th round against Blackburn Rovers on February 16, 2013
Arsene Wenger "afraid" of Chelsea spending
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger admits that he is "afraid" of Chelsea's potential investment in the summer transfer market.
Apr 26, 00:51
Chelsea's Victor Moses celebrates scoring against FC Basel on April 25, 2013
Match Analysis: Basel 1-2 Chelsea
Sports Mole dissects a 2-1 win for Chelsea in their Europa League semi-final first leg after a thrilling finale at St Jakob-Park.
Apr 25, 21:33
Chelsea's Victor Moses celebrates scoring against FC Basel on April 25, 2013
Chelsea earn late win against Basel
A late goal from David Luiz gives Chelsea a 2-1 win over Basel in the first leg of their Europa League semi-final in Switzerland.
Apr 25, 20:59
Chelsea's Frank Lampard celebrates scoring against West Ham in the Premier League match on March 17, 2013
Team News: Four changes for Chelsea
Chelsea make four changes for tonight's Europa League semi-final first leg against Basel in Switzerland.
Apr 25, 18:03
Chelsea's Victor Moses celebrates scoring against FC Basel on April 25, 2013
Live Commentary: Basel 1-2 Chelsea - as it happened
Sports Mole's live text commentary of the Europa League tie between Basel and Chelsea at St Jakob-Park.
Apr 25, 18:00
Juan Mata and Eden Hazard celebrate a Chelsea goal on December 5, 2012
Eden Hazard: 'Juan Mata has been Chelsea's best player'
Chelsea winger Eden Hazard believes that teammate Juan Mata is more deserving of the PFA Player of the Year award.
Apr 25, 11:12
Chelsea's Fernando Torres sporting a new haircut in action during the match against Arsenal on January 20 , 2013
Fernando Torres: Chelsea "depend too much on individuality"
Chelsea striker Fernando Torres says that his side rely on individual players rather than tactics.
Apr 24, 11:41
John Aldridge
John Aldridge: "Fernando Torres was in Jamie Carragher's pocket"
Liverpool legend John Aldridge feels that Jamie Carragher performed superbly to keep Chelsea striker Fernando Torres quiet in Sunday's 2-2 draw between the two sides.
Apr 24, 01:15
Julio Cesar
QPR goalkeeper Julio Cesar wears Chelsea shirt for David Luiz's birthday
Queens Park Rangers goalkeeper Julio Cesar wears a Chelsea shirt to defender David Luiz's 26th birthday celebrations.
Apr 23, 12:40
Liverpool's Daniel Sturridge scores in the Premier League clash with Chelsea on April 21, 2013
Match Analysis: Liverpool 2-2 Chelsea
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at a highly controversial match between Liverpool and Chelsea that finished 2-2.
Apr 21, 17:40
Luis Suarez scores the equaliser for Liverpool
Liverpool bite back to earn late draw
Luis Suarez bites Branislav Ivanovic but remains on the pitch to net an equaliser in the seventh minute of stoppage time, as Liverpool draw 2-2 with Chelsea at Anfield.
Apr 21, 17:08
Goalscorer Oscar celebrates with his Chelsea teammates after giving his side the lead in the match against Liverpool on April 21, 2013
Live Commentary: Liverpool 2-2 Chelsea - as it happened
Sports Mole's live text coverage of Rafael Benitez's return to Anfield as his Chelsea side took on Liverpool and drew 2-2.
Apr 21, 14:00
Spurs winger Gareth Bale celebrates his equaliser against Norwich on January 30, 2013
Gareth Bale, Eden Hazard nominated for both PFA awards
Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Gareth Bale is in contention to win both the PFA player of the year and young player of the year awards.
Apr 19, 11:15
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