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Jose Mourinho responds to young Aston Villa fan asking him to be manager
A six-year-old Aston Villa fan receives a signed photo from Jose Mourinho after he wrote a letter to the Chelsea boss asking him to take over the Midlands club.Feb 13, 13:24
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On this day: Manchester United battle past Manchester City
On this day in 2005, Wayne Rooney and an own goal from Richard Dunne earned Manchester United a 2-0 victory over Manchester City.Feb 13, 07:37
Samir Nasri "not impressed" by Chelsea
Manchester City midfielder Samir Nasri says that he has not been impressed by title rivals Chelsea this season despite Jose Mourinho's side being seven points clear.Feb 12, 22:49
Eden Hazard hails Jose Mourinho relationship
Chelsea winger Eden Hazard talks up the relationship between himself and manager Jose Mourinho following his decision to sign a new contract with the club.Feb 12, 22:04
Chelsea, Everton charged by FA, Branislav Ivanovic escapes further action
Chelsea and Everton are charged by the FA for failing to control their players, but Branislav Ivanovic will not face further action.Feb 12, 17:10
Jose Mourinho "very happy" to see Eden Hazard commit to Chelsea
Jose Mourinho backs Eden Hazard to "become the best" after agreeing a new long-term deal at Chelsea this afternoon.Feb 12, 13:58
Jose Mourinho suggests Thibaut Courtois dropped after 'losing focus'
Jose Mourinho suggests that Thibaut Courtois was dropped from the team against Everton because he has 'lost focus'.Feb 12, 09:23
Jose Mourinho threatens to walk out of press conference over 'headbutt' claims
Jose Mourinho claims that he is "tired of stories" surrounding his side following suggestions that Branislav Ivanovic headbutted an opponent.Feb 12, 06:48
Match Analysis: Chelsea 1-0 Everton
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at Chelsea's late 1-0 victory over Everton at Stamford Bridge as the Premier League leaders maintain their seven-point gap at the top.Feb 11, 22:27
Jose Mourinho elated with Chelsea last-minute win
Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho admits that he is delighted that his side managed to beat Everton 1-0 in their Premier League clash courtesy of a late goal from Willian.Feb 11, 22:14
Manuel Pellegrini hails "big victory" over Stoke City
Manchester City boss Manuel Pellegrini hails their 4-1 win over Stoke City as a "big, big victory".Feb 11, 22:04
Live Commentary: Chelsea 1-0 Everton - as it happened
Relive Chelsea's 1-0 victory over 10-man Everton as the Premier League leaders strike late to claim the points at Stamford Bridge.Feb 11, 18:44
Jose Mourinho relaxed over Eden Hazard contract
Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho remains confident that Eden Hazard will pen a new long-term deal with the Blues.Feb 11, 16:57
Lothar Matthaus tips Jose Mourinho to succeed Pep Guardiola at Bayern Munich
Lothar Matthaus believes that Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho should be at the top of Bayern Munich's wishlist if Pep Guardiola leaves.Feb 11, 14:48
Jose Mourinho critical of FA chiefs in wake of Nigel Pearson 'choke'
Jose Mourinho claims that he would be in "serious, serious trouble" had he grappled an opposing player in the same manner as Nigel Pearson.Feb 11, 08:59
Chelsea planning summer move for Mauro Icardi?
Chelsea are considering making a summer move for Inter Milan forward Mauro Icardi, according to reports.Feb 11, 03:39
Felipe Melo reveals fondness for Liverpool and Chelsea
Galatasaray midfielder Felipe Melo reveals a fondness for both Liverpool and Chelsea and says that he would be open to a move to the Premier League.Feb 10, 22:58
Report: Filipe Luis wants Atletico Madrid return
A report claims that Chelsea defender Filipe Luis wants to return to Atletico Madrid.Feb 10, 13:49
Preview:Chelsea vs. Everton
Sports Mole sizes up the Premier League clash between Chelsea and Everton at Stamford Bridge.Feb 9, 20:07
Paul Lambert: 'Easy decision to leave out Christian Benteke'
Aston Villa boss Paul Lambert admits that it was a simple decision to drop Christian Benteke against Chelsea.Feb 9, 13:05
Chelsea's Cesc Fabregas to return to action against Everton
Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho claims that he expects Cesc Fabregas to return from injury on Wednesday at home to Everton after missing Saturday's win over Aston Villa.Feb 9, 08:08
Chelsea's Nemanja Matic wary of Manchester City's Premier League title threat
Chelsea midfielder Nemanja Matic refuses to rule out Manchester City from the Premier League title race.Feb 9, 06:34
Jose Mourinho: 'Branislav Ivanovic is one of Chelsea's best ever signings'
Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho hails Branislav Ivanovic as one of the best signings that the club has ever made.Feb 9, 00:07
Chelsea 'plot summer bid for Enner Valencia'
Chelsea reportedly target a summer swoop for West Ham United forward Enner Valencia.Feb 7, 22:59
Jose Mourinho: 'Seven points is nothing'
Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho dismisses suggestions that his side are closing in on the title, claiming that the seven-point gap to Man City is "nothing".Feb 7, 19:12
Jose Mourinho: 'Many more hurdles in title race'
Jose Mourinho warns that there could still be several more twists in the title race after seeing Chelsea go seven points clear at the top with victory at Aston Villa.Feb 7, 17:32
Jose Mourinho claims Aston Villa are "difficult to beat" after Chelsea win
Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho is full of praise for struggling Aston Villa after his side battled to a 2-1 win at Villa Park.Feb 7, 17:32
Branislav Ivanovic strike gives Chelsea win over Aston Villa
A memorable strike from Branislav Ivanovic gives Chelsea a slender 2-1 victory over home side Aston Villa in the Premier League.Feb 7, 16:56
Team News: Didier Drogba leads Chelsea line at Aston Villa
Chelsea decide to start with Didier Drogba as a lone striker as Jose Mourinho's side travel to face Aston Villa in the Premier League.Feb 7, 14:12
Jose Mourinho: 'Financial Fair Play breaches should warrant points deduction'
Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho feels that teams that break the regulations of Financial Fair Play should have points deducted.Feb 7, 03:17
Damien Duff: 'Jose Mourinho is a genius when it comes to motivation'
Former Chelsea winger Damien Duff suggests that Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho is a genius when it comes to motivating his players.Feb 6, 19:52
Mohamed Salah: 'I don't intend to return to Chelsea'
Mohamed Salah admits that he doesn't intend to return to Chelsea when his loan spell at Fiorentina comes to an end in the summer.Feb 6, 18:57
Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho frosty towards media at press conference
Jose Mourinho suggests that he is disappointed in the media's coverage of Diego Costa and admits that he has only broken his 10-day silence because he is required to.Feb 6, 15:58
Jose Mourinho happy with Andre Schurrle contribution
Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho reveals that he is happy with Andre Schurrle's contribution to the team during his 18 months at Stamford Bridge.Feb 6, 14:58
Jose Mourinho: 'Juan Cuadrado will need time to settle'
Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho insists that winger Juan Cuadrado will need time to adapt to the pace of English football.Feb 6, 14:42
Live Coverage: Jose Mourinho's weekly Chelsea press conference
Follow Sports Mole's live coverage of Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho's pre-match press conference ahead of his side's match against Aston Villa.Feb 6, 14:15
Chelsea 'keen to re-sign Kevin De Bruyne from Wolfsburg'
Chelsea are allegedly planning to launch a bid to re-sign Kevin De Bruyne from Wolfsburg this summer.Feb 6, 01:58
Preview:Aston Villa vs. Chelsea
Sports Mole previews Chelsea's Premier League trip to Aston Villa, who face the title favourites having not scored in over 600 minutes of top-flight football.Feb 6, 00:25
Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho 'faces Premier League fine for keeping quiet'
Jose Mourinho could reportedly be fined by the Premier League for refusing to speak to the media following Diego Costa's violent conduct charge.Feb 5, 09:07
Jorge Mendes: 'It's impossible to find another Sir Alex Ferguson'
Football agent Jorge Mendes believes that Manchester United will never find as manager as good as Sir Alex Ferguson.Feb 4, 10:43
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