Chelsea's Pedro celebrates scoring against Bournemouth during their Premier League clash on September 1, 2018
Pedro, Eden Hazard net as Chelsea defeat Bournemouth
Chelsea register their fourth successive win of the new Premier League campaign with a 2-0 victory over Bournemouth in Saturday's clash at Stamford Bridge.
Sep 1, 15:55
Barcelona defender Jordi Alba in action during his side's La Liga clash with Eibar on February 17, 2018
Barcelona full-back Jordi Alba omitted from Spain squad
Barcelona left-back Jordi Alba is absent from Luis Enrique's first Spain squad ahead of the UEFA Nations League fixtures against England and Croatia.
Aug 31, 21:36
Marcos Alonso in action for Chelsea on August 18, 2018
Chelsea want £54m for Marcos Alonso?
Chelsea reportedly tell Real Madrid that it will cost at least £54m for the club to entertain the sale of Marcos Alonso.
Aug 30, 08:46
Tottenham Hotspur winger Lucas Moura wheels away in celebration after scoring during his side's Premier League match against Manchester United on August 27, 2018
Premier League Team of the Week - Lucas Moura, Toby Alderweireld, Alisson Becker
Sports Mole selects its team of the week for matchday three of the Premier League season, with Tottenham dominating the selection following their win at Man Utd.
Aug 28, 12:12
Newcastle United manager Rafael Benitez is a little teapot on August 26, 2018
Rafael Benitez unhappy with "soft" refereeing decisions
Newcastle United manager Rafael Benitez claims that his side were on the wrong end of two "soft" refereeing decisions during their 2-1 defeat to Chelsea.
Aug 26, 19:14
Maurizio Sarri watches on during the pre-season friendly between Chelsea and Arsenal on August 1, 2018
Maurizio Sarri: 'Chelsea match against Newcastle United very difficult'
Maurizio Sarri admits that his Chelsea side had a "very difficult" time playing their game and breaking down the opposition in Sunday's 2-1 win at Newcastle United.
Aug 26, 18:03
Rafael Benitez in charge of Newcastle United on May 13, 2018
Newcastle United boss Rafael Benitez defends conservative tactics in Chelsea loss
Rafael Benitez explains his defensive tactics following Newcastle United's narrow 2-1 Premier League defeat at the hands of Chelsea on Sunday afternoon.
Aug 26, 17:44
Eden Hazard in action for Chelsea on August 20, 2018
Eden Hazard: 'Chelsea never give up'
Eden Hazard admits that he and his Chelsea teammates were left feeling tired by their late 2-1 win at Newcastle United but insists that the Blues "never give up".
Aug 26, 17:31
Chelsea manager Maurizio Sarri celebrates after watching his side beat Huddersfield Town on August 11, 2018
Chelsea edge out Newcastle United after DeAndre Yedlin own goal
Chelsea register a 2-1 victory over Newcastle United in Sunday's Premier League fixture at St James' Park to record their third successive win in the top flight.
Aug 26, 16:55
Marcos Alonso in action for Chelsea on August 18, 2018
Chelsea 'take firm stance on Real Madrid linked Marcos Alonso'
Chelsea intend to rebuff any approach made by Real Madrid and Atletico Madrid for full-back Marcos Alonso, according to a report.
Aug 22, 13:45
Sergio Aguero celebrates scoring for Manchester City in the Community Shield on August 5, 2018
Premier League Team of the Week - Sergio Aguero, David Silva, Sadio Mane
Sports Mole selects its Premier League team of the week for matchday two, including three Manchester City players and two from Liverpool.
Aug 21, 16:03
Marcos Alonso in action for Chelsea in the FA Cup on January 28, 2018
Real Madrid, Atletico Madrid 'want Marcos Alonso'
Real Madrid and Atletico Madrid both want to sign Chelsea wing-back Marcos Alonso before the end of the month, according to a report.
Aug 21, 13:59
Chelsea manager Maurizio Sarri celebrates after watching his side beat Huddersfield Town on August 11, 2018
Maurizio Sarri: 'Chelsea not yet Premier League title contenders'
Maurizio Sarri admits that he does not see Chelsea as potential Premier League title contenders yet following their narrow 3-2 win over Arsenal on Saturday.
Aug 19, 08:12
Unai Emery points a finger during the Premier League game between Arsenal and Manchester City on August 12, 2018
Alex Iwobi: 'Arsenal players fought hard for Unai Emery'
Arsenal attacker Alex Iwobi insists that he and his teammates "fought hard" for new manager Unai Emery in their 3-2 loss to London rivals Chelsea.
Aug 18, 20:19
Chelsea winger Eden Hazard in action during the FA Cup final with Manchester United on May 19, 2018
Chelsea forward Eden Hazard: 'Maurizio Sarri is a great manager'
Chelsea ace Eden Hazard hails "great manager" Maurizio Sarri and says that he is a fan of the Italian's playing style.
Aug 18, 20:08
Maurizio Sarri watches on during the pre-season friendly between Chelsea and Arsenal on August 1, 2018
Maurizio Sarri: 'Chelsea experienced horrible 15-minute spell against Arsenal'
Maurizio Sarri admits that Chelsea endured a "horrible" 15-minute spell in their 3-2 win over Arsenal on Saturday as the Blues relinquished a two-goal lead.
Aug 18, 19:27
Unai Emery gives his instructions during the pre-season friendly between Arsenal and Atletico Madrid on July 26, 2018
Arsenal boss Unai Emery "happy" despite loss at Chelsea
Unai Emery insists that he is "happy" with Arsenal's performance at Chelsea despite seeing his side fall to a 3-2 defeat in West London on Saturday.
Aug 18, 19:00
Marcos Alonso celebrates scoring Chelsea's late winner against Arsenal on August 18, 2018
Late Marcos Alonso strike wins thrilling London derby for Chelsea
Marcos Alonso scores in the final 10 minutes as Chelsea earn a 3-2 win against London rivals Arsenal at Stamford Bridge.
Aug 18, 18:22
Pedro in action for Chelsea on December 30, 2017
Live Commentary: Chelsea 3-2 Arsenal - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live text coverage of Chelsea's 3-2 win against Arsenal, as a late Marcos Alonso goal earned the Blues all three points.
Aug 18, 15:30
Chelsea's Kepa Arrizabalaga strikes a pose on August 11, 2018
Combined XI: Chelsea vs. Arsenal
Sports Mole selects a combined XI from those expected to be available for Saturday's Premier League meeting between Chelsea and Arsenal.
Aug 16, 10:56
Marcos Alonso in action for Chelsea in the FA Cup on January 28, 2018
Report: Real Madrid target Chelsea full-back Marcos Alonso
A report suggests that Chelsea's Marcos Alonso is wanted by former club Real Madrid, eight years after leaving the Spanish capital.
Aug 16, 08:46
Chelsea midfielder Jorginho celebrates scoring during his side's Premier League clash with Huddersfield Town on August 11, 2018
Maurizio Sarri off to winning start as Chelsea manager
Chelsea get their Premier League campaign off to a winning start under new manager Maurizio Sarri courtesy of a 3-0 victory over Huddersfield Town.
Aug 11, 15:50
Kepa Arrizabalaga is unveiled at a Chelsea press conference on August 9, 2018
Team News: Kepa Arrizabalaga begins in goal for Chelsea
New Chelsea goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga starts in goal for the clash against Huddersfield Town.
Aug 11, 13:13
Maurizio Sarri watches on during the pre-season friendly between Chelsea and Arsenal on August 1, 2018
How Chelsea could line up in 2018-19
Ahead of their Premier League opener against Huddersfield Town, Sports Mole looks at how Chelsea could line up during the 2018-19 season.
Aug 10, 13:04
Sergio Aguero celebrates scoring for Manchester City in the Community Shield on August 5, 2018
Sergio Aguero brace wins Community Shield for Manchester City
Sergio Aguero scores in either half as Manchester City beat Chelsea 2-0 in the 2018 Community Shield at Wembley Stadium.
Aug 5, 15:56
Antonio Rudiger celebrates scoring during the pre-season friendly between Chelsea and Arsenal on August 1, 2018
How Chelsea could line up against Manchester City
Sports Mole predicts the starting lineup that Maurizio Sarri could name for Chelsea's meeting with Manchester City in the Community Shield.
Aug 3, 06:45
Alvaro Morata celebrates scoring for Chelsea on September 23, 2017
Combined XI: Manchester City vs. Chelsea
Sports Mole picks a combined XI from those expected to be available for this weekend's Community Shield clash between Manchester City and Chelsea.
Aug 3, 06:00
Marcos Alonso in action for Chelsea in the FA Cup on January 28, 2018
Marcos Alonso encouraged by Maurizio Sarri's style of play at Chelsea
Defender Marcos Alonso suggests that he has been left encouraged by the system which head coach Maurizio Sarri plans to use at Chelsea this season.
Jul 24, 10:26
Pedro in action for Chelsea on December 30, 2017
Chelsea boss Maurizio Sarri: "We have to improve very quickly"
Chelsea manager Maurizio Sarri hopes to see his players step things up as pre-season goes on after claiming a narrow 1-0 win over Perth Glory.
Jul 23, 15:29
Pedro in action for Chelsea on December 30, 2017
Pedro goal earns Chelsea win over Perth Glory
An early goal from Pedro earns Chelsea a 1-0 victory over Perth Glory to give Maurizio Sarri a win in his first game in charge of the Premier League side.
Jul 23, 13:34
Jorginho in action for Napoli on October 21, 2017
Team News: Jorginho handed Chelsea debut in Perth Glory friendly
Jorginho is named in Chelsea's starting lineup to face Perth Glory in the Blues' first pre-season outing of the summer.
Jul 23, 10:47
Chelsea boss Antonio Conte poses with the FA Cup on May 19, 2018
Antonio Conte returns to take Chelsea training
Chelsea manager Antonio Conte returns to the club to take charge of pre-season training amid ongoing speculation over his future at Stamford Bridge.
Jul 9, 17:19
Porto full-back Alex Telles in action during a Champions League clash with Monaco in 2018
Liverpool, Chelsea 'to battle for Alex Telles'
Liverpool and Chelsea are reportedly involved in a three-way battle with Paris Saint-Germain to sign Porto full-back Alex Telles this summer.
Jun 15, 09:24
Jordi Alba leaves the field injured in the Champions League match between Barcelona and Manchester City on October 19, 2016
Manchester United, Chelsea 'want Jordi Alba'
Manchester United and Chelsea are reportedly monitoring the situation of Barcelona full-back Jordi Alba ahead of a potential summer move.
May 30, 08:53
Marcos Alonso celebrates during the Premier League game between Tottenham Hotspur and Chelsea on August 20, 2017
Lionel Messi wants Chelsea defender Marcos Alonso at Barcelona?
Barcelona forward Lionel Messi reportedly wants to see Chelsea defender Marcos Alonso make the switch to Camp Nou during the summer transfer window.
May 26, 12:18
Gareth Bale after Real Madrid's Champions League final victory over Juventus on June 6, 2017
Marcos Alonso: 'Champions League is Real Madrid's competition'
Marcos Alonso predicts a "good final" between Real Madrid and Liverpool, but can only see one winner from the Kiev showdown.
May 23, 16:41
Alvaro Morata complains during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Manchester United on November 5, 2017
Premier League quartet miss out on Spain squad
Four Premier League stars - including Alvaro Morata - miss out on inclusion in Spain's squad for the World Cup.
May 21, 11:29
Antonio Conte celebrates during the Premier League game between Tottenham Hotspur and Chelsea on August 20, 2017
Eden Hazard penalty wins FA Cup for Chelsea
Chelsea beat Manchester United 1-0 in the FA Cup final through a first-half penalty from Eden Hazard to lift the trophy for an eighth time.
May 19, 18:08
Romelu Lukaku in action during the Champions League round-of-16 game between Manchester United and Sevilla on March 13, 2018
Team News: Romelu Lukaku, Anthony Martial on bench as Manchester United face Chelsea in FA Cup final
Romelu Lukaku and Anthony Martial are on the bench ahead of Manchester United's FA Cup final encounter with Chelsea at Wembley Stadium.
May 19, 15:20
N'Golo Kante and Nemanja Matic in action during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Manchester United on November 5, 2017
Combined XI: Chelsea vs. Manchester United
Sports Mole picks a combined XI from those expected to be available for this weekend's FA Cup final between Chelsea and Manchester United.
May 19, 08:24
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