Chelsea duo Jamie Gittens and Tyrique George on England Under-21s duty in October 2025.
Chelsea players over October international break: Just one negative as Enzo Maresca enjoys near-perfect break from action
With the October international break having ended, Sports Mole assess the positives and negatives from a Chelsea perspective ahead of the return of the Premier League.
Oct 14, 11:46
Chelsea head coach Enzo Maresca in September 2025.
Chelsea injury news: Enzo Fernandez withdraws from Argentina duty with potential fitness issue
Chelsea suffer a potential injury blow as Enzo Fernandez withdraws from international duty with Argentina.
Oct 11, 17:38
Chelsea duo Marc Guiu and Tyrique George in December 2024.
Enzo Maresca 'lacks trust' in 19-year-old Chelsea forward after summer transfer decision
Chelsea head coach Enzo Maresca allegedly has no trust in a fledgling Blues forward, hence his reluctance to use him in the early weeks of the 2025-26 season.
Oct 7, 08:05
Chelsea's Reece James pictured on May 11, 2024
Chelsea injury news: Reece James withdraws from England squad with issue sustained against Liverpool
Chelsea announce that defender Reece James has been forced to withdraw from the England squad due to an injury sustained against Liverpool on Saturday.
Oct 6, 12:31
Chelsea winger Estevao Willian in August 2025.
Estevao Willian, Cole Palmer comparison made by Chelsea head coach Enzo Maresca ahead of Liverpool showdown
Chelsea head coach Enzo Maresca makes a comparison between Estevao Willian and Cole Palmer ahead of Saturday's Premier League showdown with Liverpool.
Oct 3, 11:22
Chelsea's Marc Guiu pictured on January 11, 2025
Marc Guiu Chelsea game time addressed by Enzo Maresca, head coach hints at reason behind no minutes
Chelsea head coach Enzo Maresca hints why he has opted against handing Marc Guiu a single minute of game time since he was recalled from his loan spell with Sunderland.
Oct 3, 11:01
Chelsea's Joao Pedro in action against AC Milan on August 10, 2025
Joao Pedro: Chelsea handed surprise boost over Brazilian forward by former manager Carlo Ancelotti
Chelsea forward Joao Pedro is omitted from Carlo Ancelotti’s Brazil squad ahead of two international friendlies in Asia against South Korea and Japan this month.
Oct 2, 12:40
Chelsea's Reece James and Enzo Fernandez celebrate on September 27, 2025
Preview:Chelsea vs Liverpool - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Premier League clash between Chelsea and Liverpool, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Oct 2, 11:49
Who is the referee for Chelsea vs. Liverpool?
Who are the referee and VAR for Chelsea vs. Liverpool? Controversies and records between Premier League giants and officials
Ahead of Saturday's Premier League clash between Chelsea and Liverpool, Sports Mole covers what you need to know about the referee, VAR and their records with both clubs.
Oct 1, 18:37
Chelsea's Andrey Santos on August 8, 2025
Chelsea injury, suspension list and return dates for Liverpool: Romeo Lavia, Andrey Santos updates
Sports Mole rounds up Chelsea’s injury and suspension list ahead of Saturday's Premier League fixture against Liverpool at Stamford Bridge.
Oct 1, 10:24
Chelsea head coach Enzo Maresca in September 2025.
Chelsea 1-0 Benfica: Enzo Maresca content with narrow Champions League win, reveals one player out injured for weeks
Chelsea head coach Enzo Maresca suggests that he was left content with his side's 1-0 victory over Benfica in the Champions League on Tuesday night.
Sep 30, 22:48
Jose Mourinho reacts to his player getting a yellow card during the Champions League on September 30, 2025
Chelsea 1-0 Benfica: Highlights, man of the match, stats as Jose Mourinho's return ends in Champions League disappointment
Jose Mourinho's return to Stamford Bridge ends in disappointment as Enzo Maresca's Chelsea beat Benfica 1-0 in the Champions League on Tuesday.
Sep 30, 19:57
Chelsea midfielder Moises Caicedo in January 2025.
Chelsea vs. Benfica team news: Moises Caicedo, Joao Pedro decisions made for Champions League fixture
Chelsea and Benfica announce their starting lineups for Tuesday's Champions League fixture at Stamford Bridge.
Sep 30, 18:41
Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk with the Premier League trophy, on May 26, 2025
Premier League 2025-26: How many points does it take to win the title?
Sports Mole takes a closer look at how many points could be required to win the Premier League title, taking into account data from previous campaigns.
Sep 29, 14:35
Chelsea head coach Enzo Maresca in September 2025.
Chelsea injury news: Enzo Maresca reveals three new doubts ahead of Benfica Champions League game
Chelsea head coach Enzo Maresca reveals three new injury doubts ahead of Tuesday's Champions League fixture against Benfica.
Sep 29, 12:09
Juventus' Kenan Yildiz celebrates with Dusan Vlahovic and Weston McKennie on September 13, 2025
Manchester United and Chelsea to explore transfer opportunity after 'huge boost’
Amid uncertainty in Italy, Manchester United and Chelsea reportedly target a Serie A forward ahead of January's transfer window.
Sep 27, 16:57
Chelsea head coach Enzo Maresca in September 2025.
Team News: Chelsea vs. Brighton & Hove Albion team news: Starting lineups confirmed as Enzo Maresca selects Cole Palmer replacement
Chelsea and Brighton & Hove Albion announce their starting lineups for Saturday's Premier League fixture at Stamford Bridge.
Sep 27, 13:41
Brighton & Hove Albion head coach Fabian Hurzeler on November 9, 2024
Brighton injury news: Quadruple boost confirmed by Fabian Hurzeler before Chelsea clash in Premier League
Brighton & Hove Albion head coach Fabian Hurzeler delivers the latest update on the fitness of his squad ahead of Saturday’s Premier League clash with Chelsea at Stamford Bridge.
Sep 26, 16:45
Chelsea head coach Enzo Maresca
Lincoln City vs. Chelsea: Blues in embarrassing mix-up ahead of EFL Cup tie after being left 'unaware' of rule change
Chelsea allegedly find themselves having been left unaware of an important EFL Cup rule change ahead of Tuesday's third-round tie at Lincoln City.
Sep 23, 18:09
Chelsea midfielder Cole Palmer in August 2025.
Chelsea injury news: Enzo Maresca provides Cole Palmer update, comments on Marc Guiu playing time ahead of Manchester United showdown
Chelsea head coach Enzo Maresca provides an injury update on Cole Palmer and playing-time revelation on Marc Guiu ahead of Saturday's Premier League fixture at Manchester United.
Sep 19, 11:38
Chelsea midfielder Cole Palmer in August 2025.
Chelsea injury, suspension list vs. Man United: Cole Palmer scare, Liam Delap latest
Sports Mole rounds up Chelsea’s injury and suspension list ahead of their Premier League clash with Manchester United.
Sep 18, 22:24
Chelsea's Alejandro Garnacho on September 17, 2025
Chelsea lineup vs. Man United: Predicted XI for Premier League clash with Alejandro Garnacho decision to be made
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Chelsea could line up for Saturday’s Premier League clash against Manchester United.
Sep 18, 17:45
Manchester United head coach Ruben Amorim on September 14, 2025
Preview:Manchester United vs Chelsea - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Premier League clash between Manchester United and Chelsea, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Sep 18, 17:30
Bayern Munich defender Jonathan Tah and Chelsea forward Joao Pedro during a Champions League fixture in September 2025.
Bayern Munich 3-1 Chelsea: Enzo Maresca, Vincent Kompany, Jonathan Tah react to possible red card call in Champions League game
Enzo Maresca, Vincent Kompany and Jonathan Tah all react to claims that the latter could have been sent off for Bayern Munich against Chelsea on Wednesday night.
Sep 18, 10:25
Chelsea winger Estevao Willian in August 2025.
Bayern Munich vs. Chelsea: Estevao Willian looking to join Messi, South American greats in Champions League opener
Chelsea winger Estevao Willian will be looking to join Lionel Messi and other South American greats when the Blues face Bayern Munich in the Champions League on Wednesday night.
Sep 17, 15:26
Chelsea's Cole Palmer pictured on September 13, 2025
Chelsea lineup vs. Bayern Munich: Predicted XI for Champions League clash as Cole Palmer among four changes
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Chelsea could line up for Wednesday's Champions League clash with Bayern Munich.
Sep 15, 13:25
Chelsea's Joao Pedro pictured on September 13, 2025
Chelsea injury, suspension list and return dates for Bayern Munich: Jaoa Pedro latest
Sports Mole takes a look at Chelsea's injury and suspension situation ahead of their Champions League opener against Bayern Munich.
Sep 14, 21:10
Chelsea's Joao Pedro pictured on September 13, 2025
Chelsea injury news: Enzo Maresca makes Joao Pedro fitness admission before Bayern Munich Champions League clash
Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca makes a slightly worrying admission over the fitness of Joao Pedro ahead of Wednesday's Champions League meeting with Bayern Munich.
Sep 14, 11:25
Chelsea's Marc Guiu pictured on January 11, 2025
Chelsea: Enzo Maresca explains Marc Guiu absence from Brentford draw as Pedro comes close to Hazard record
Enzo Maresca explains why striker Marc Guiu was missing from the Chelsea squad for Saturday's 2-2 Premier League draw with West London rivals Brentford.
Sep 14, 08:12
Juventus' Kenan Yildiz celebrates with Dusan Vlahovic and Weston McKennie on September 13, 2025
Chelsea transfer news: Blues 'enter race' for transfer of high-volume dribbler
Chelsea reportedly monitor the transfer situation of a Serie A star who has impressive dribbling and ball-striking skills.
Sep 14, 00:15
Chelsea striker David Datro Fofana pictured on February 3, 2023
Chelsea transfer news: David Datro Fofana loan exit confirmed as permanent clause decision revealed
Chelsea striker David Datro Fofana joins Turkish Super Lig side Fatih Karagumruk on a season-long loan, and the Blues' decision over an option or obligation for a permanent move is also confirmed.
Sep 13, 14:42
Everton's Jack Grealish on August 24, 2025
Jack Grealish: Everton record-breaker named Premier League Player of the Month for August
Jack Grealish is named the Premier League Player of the Month for August following a record-breaking start to his Everton career.
Sep 12, 14:25
Emanuel Emegha celebrates scoring for Strasbourg on January 25, 2025
Chelsea transfer news: Blues announce shock deal for Dutch striker on pre-agreement
Chelsea make the surprise announcement that they have agreed to sign a Dutch striker on a long-term contract in 2026.
Sep 12, 13:51
Estevao and Joao Pedro celebrating a goal with Brazil, pictured in September 2025
Brentford vs. Chelsea: Enzo Maresca reveals he is yet to see one of Blues' South American contingent after World Cup qualifiers
Chelsea head coach Enzo Maresca suggests that he may have to consider resting some of the club's South American contingent for Saturday's Premier League fixture against Brentford.
Sep 12, 10:50
Chelsea midfielder Cole Palmer in August 2025.
Chelsea injury news: Enzo Maresca provides Cole Palmer update ahead of Brentford Premier League fixture
Chelsea head coach Enzo Maresca provides an injury update on Cole Palmer ahead of Saturday's Premier League fixture against Brentford.
Sep 12, 10:29
Manchester United's Alejandro Garnacho on May 21, 2025
Chelsea lineup vs Brentford: Predicted XI for Saturday's Premier League clash at the Gtech
Sports Mole looks at how Chelsea could line up away to Brentford at the Gtech in the Premier League on Saturday.
Sep 11, 21:36
Estevao and Joao Pedro celebrating a goal with Brazil, pictured in September 2025
Chelsea receive timely boosts from Brazil, Ecuador World Cup qualifiers ahead of Brentford Premier League fixture
Chelsea receive four timely boosts from Brazil's and Ecuador's World Cup qualifiers ahead of their Premier League fixture against Brentford.
Sep 10, 12:27
Chelsea's Liam Delap pictured on July 4, 2025
Chelsea injury news: Blues 'learn' whether Liam Delap requires hamstring surgery, recovery time predicted
Chelsea reportedly learn whether Liam Delap will require hamstring surgery and when the summer signing could return to action.
Sep 9, 13:09
Brazil's Lucas Paqueta celebrates after scoring on September 4, 2025
Brazil lineup vs. Bolivia: Predicted XI for 2026 World Cup qualifier with Paqueta, Richarlison hoping for starting opportunities
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Brazil could line up for Tuesday's 2026 World Cup qualifier against Bolivia.
Sep 7, 21:45
Estevao and Joao Pedro celebrating a goal with Brazil, pictured in September 2025
Brazil 3-0 Chile: Estevao shines but Chelsea teammate Joao Pedro fails World Cup audition
A comfortable win for Brazil over Chile sees Estevao shine, but Joao Pedro fails to make the most of his audition to be the Selecao's number nine at the World Cup.
Sep 5, 07:03
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