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
Craig Shakespeare watches on during the Premier League game between West Ham United and Leicester City on March 18, 2017
Craig Shakespeare unconcerned by summer exits
Leicester City manager Craig Shakespeare insists that his side's star players remain happy at the club and expects the majority of them to stay beyond the summer.
Apr 25, 14:51
N'Golo Kante in action during the Premier League game between Stoke City and Chelsea on March 18, 2017
Eden Hazard: 'N'Golo Kante deserved PFA Player of the Year award'
Chelsea winger Eden Hazard believes that teammate N'Golo Kante "fully deserved" to win the PFA Player of the Year award this season.
Apr 25, 14:41
Ander Herrera receives his marching orders during the FA Cup quarter-final between Chelsea and Manchester United on March 13, 2017
Ander Herrera: 'Eden Hazard has been best player this season'
Manchester United midfielder Ander Herrera names Chelsea's Eden Hazard ahead of teammate Zlatan Ibrahimovic as his Premier League player of the season.
Apr 25, 12:40
Chelsea manager Antonio Conte celebrates victory over West Ham United on March 6, 2017
Preview:Chelsea vs. Southampton
Sports Mole previews Tuesday evening's Premier League meeting between Chelsea and Southampton at Stamford Bridge.
Apr 24, 15:17
Southampton's Oriol Romeu in action against Watford on March 4, 2017
Claude Puel: 'Oriol Romeu is not far off N'Golo Kante'
Southampton manager Claude Puel claims that Oriol Romeu is "not far off" the quality of Chelsea's newly-crowned PFA Player of the Year N'Golo Kante.
Apr 24, 12:08
N'Golo Kante in action for Chelsea on August 15, 2016
Chelsea midfielder N'Golo Kante named PFA Player of the Year for 2016-17
Chelsea midfielder N'Golo Kante is named the Professional Footballers' Association (PFA) Player of the Year for the 2016-17 season.
Apr 23, 21:49
Eden Hazard in action during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Arsenal on February 4, 2017
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 striker Marcus Rashford in action during his side's FA Cup third round clash with Reading at Old Trafford on January 7, 2017
Paul Scholes: 'Marcus Rashford could emulate Neymar'
Manchester United legend Paul Scholes claims that Marcus Rashford has the ability to be as good as Barcelona superstar Neymar.
Apr 21, 21:30
David Luiz shouts during the Premier League game between Stoke City and Chelsea on March 18, 2017
David Luiz: 'I love Tottenham Hotspur team'
Chelsea defender David Luiz admits that he is full of admiration for Tottenham Hotspur ahead of Saturday's FA Cup semi-final between the two sides.
Apr 21, 19:53
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
Chelsea, Tottenham Hotspur dominate PFA Premier League Team of the Year
Premier League title rivals Chelsea and Tottenham Hotspur contribute four players apiece to the 2016-17 PFA Premier League Team of the Year.
Apr 20, 08:29
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
AC Milan renew interest in Cesc Fabregas?
Serie A side AC Milan are reportedly lining up a fresh bid for Chelsea midfielder Cesc Fabregas this summer.
Apr 18, 12:50
Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Dele Alli in action during the Premier League clash with Watford at Vicarage Road on January 1, 2017
Frank Lampard: 'Dele Alli deserves PFA nomination above Alexis Sanchez'
Former Chelsea midfielder Frank Lampard believes that Tottenham Hotspur's Dele Alli deserves to be nominated for the PFA Player of the Year award ahead of Alexis Sanchez.
Apr 16, 21:13
N'Golo Kante celebrates scoring as Paul Pogba watches on during the FA Cup quarter-final between Chelsea and Manchester United on March 13, 2017
Paul Pogba: 'I am judged on goals while N'Golo Kante is not'
Manchester United midfielder Paul Pogba is bemused with how he is judged on scoring goals, while Chelsea's N'Golo Kante is not.
Apr 16, 11:07
Mike Jones stands between Jose Mourinho and Antonio Conte during the FA Cup quarter-final between Chelsea and Manchester United on March 13, 2017
Preview:Manchester United vs. Chelsea
Sports Mole previews Sunday afternoon's Premier League meeting between Manchester United and Chelsea at Old Trafford.
Apr 14, 15:47
Chelsea manager Antonio Conte on the sidelines in the match against Burnley on February 12, 2017
Antonio Conte delighted with Eden Hazard, N'Golo Kante PFA award nominations
Antonio Conte says that he is pleased to see Eden Hazard and N'Golo Kante nominated for the PFA Player of the Year award, but refuses to pick between the two.
Apr 14, 15:43
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
Arsene Wenger: 'Alexis Sanchez deserves Players' Player of the Year nomination'
Chile striker Alexis Sanchez deserves to be among the nominees for the PFA Players' Player of the Year award, according to Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger.
Apr 14, 12:12
Sadio Mane celebrates scoring during the Premier League game between Liverpool and Everton on April 1, 2017
Jurgen Klopp surprised by Sadio Mane's PFA Player of the Year omission
Jurgen Klopp is unsure why Sadio Mane was not included on the shortlist for the PFA Player of the Year Award, but admits that those who made the cut "are all good".
Apr 13, 11:42
Eden Hazard in action for Chelsea on December 3, 2016
Eden Hazard, N'Golo Kante among PFA Player of the Year award nominees
Eden Hazard and N'Golo Kante are among the six nominees for the PFA Player of the Year award, while Dele Alli leads the way in the Young Player of the Year category.
Apr 13, 08:04
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
Marcel Desailly: 'Chelsea have been amazing'
Chelsea legend Marcel Desailly says that his former side have enjoyed an "amazing season", but must be "careful" during their upcoming fixtures.
Apr 11, 14:56
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
Claudio Ranieri: 'I had to pick between N'Golo Kante and Jordy Clasie'
Claudio Ranieri reveals how he had to pick between N'Golo Kante and Jordy Clasie, now at Southampton, when looking to replace Esteban Cambiasso at Leicester City.
Apr 10, 20:31
N'Golo Kante in action for Chelsea on August 15, 2016
Report: Real Madrid looking to bid for Chelsea star N'Golo Kante
Real Madrid are reportedly looking to launch a £51m bid for Chelsea and France defensive midfielder N'Golo Kante.
Apr 9, 18:46
Eden Hazard celebrates scoring during the Premier League game between Bournemouth and Chelsea on April 8, 2017
Chelsea see off Bournemouth to move seven points clear
Chelsea secure maximum points at Bournemouth to move seven points clear at the top of the league.
Apr 8, 18:22
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
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
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
Players fight after Sergio Aguero is sent off during the Premier League game between Manchester City and Chelsea on December 3, 2016
Preview:Chelsea vs. Manchester City
Sports Mole previews Wednesday's Premier League clash between title favourites Chelsea and top-four rivals Manchester City at Stamford Bridge.
Apr 4, 14:50
Idrissa Gueye in action for Everton on September 30, 2016
Arsenal lining up summer move for Idrissa Gueye?
Arsenal are reportedly lining up a summer move for Everton midfielder Idrissa Gueye in an attempt to shore up their defensive frailties.
Apr 2, 12:29
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
N'Golo Kante in action during the Premier League game between Stoke City and Chelsea on March 18, 2017
Frank Leboeuf: 'N'Golo Kante is not a leader'
Frank Leboeuf describes N'Golo Kante as "the engine but not the driver", claiming that the Chelsea midfielder lacks leadership abilities but makes up for it elsewhere.
Mar 24, 11:38
Robbie Brady and Joey Barton in the Premier League match between Burnley and Chelsea on February 12, 2017
Joey Barton not buying N'Golo Kante hype
Burnley midfielder Joey Barton says that Chelsea's N'Golo Kante is simply 'in fashion' and doubts the Frenchman's ability to produce over a long-term basis.
Mar 20, 16:39
Is it a bird? Is it a plane? No, it's N'Golo Kante during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Manchester United on October 23, 2016
N'Golo Kante: 'I don't feel like best player in Premier League'
Chelsea midfielder N'Golo Kante claims that a number of his teammates would be worthy of the PFA Player of the Year award despite being widely tipped to win it himself.
Mar 19, 22:27
N'Golo Kante in action for Chelsea on August 15, 2016
Antonio Conte: 'N'Golo Kante can improve a lot'
Chelsea manager Antonio Conte warns that midfielder N'Golo Kante "can improve a lot".
Mar 17, 14:09
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
Cesc Fabregas: 'More to N'Golo Kante's game than just tackling'
Chelsea midfielder Cesc Fabregas believes that N'Golo Kante's all-round attributes are at risk of being overlooked, as supporters only focus on his tackling abilities.
Mar 15, 21:02
Chelsea manager Antonio Conte celebrates victory over West Ham United on March 6, 2017
Chelsea boss Antonio Conte hits out at Manchester United for targeting Eden Hazard
Chelsea manager Antonio Conte slams Manchester United for targeting Eden Hazard in Monday night's FA Cup quarter-final.
Mar 14, 10:25
N'Golo Kante in action for Chelsea on August 15, 2016
N'Golo Kante happy with "beautiful win" over Manchester United
Chelsea midfielder N'Golo Kante describes his side's 1-0 FA Cup victory over Manchester United as a "beautiful win" having scored the only goal of the game.
Mar 13, 22:25
Ander Herrera receives his marching orders during the FA Cup quarter-final between Chelsea and Manchester United on March 13, 2017
Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho tight-lipped on Ander Herrera's sending-off
Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho refuses to discuss Ander Herrera's sending-off against Chelsea in Monday's FA Cup quarter-final.
Mar 13, 22:22
Chelsea manager Antonio Conte celebrates victory over West Ham United on March 6, 2017
Antonio Conte "pleased" with FA Cup win over Manchester United
Chelsea manager Antonio Conte says that he is "pleased" to have made it into the semi-finals of the FA Cup courtesy of a 1-0 win over Manchester United.
Mar 13, 22:18
Is it a bird? Is it a plane? No, it's N'Golo Kante during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Manchester United on October 23, 2016
Gary Cahill hails "fantastic" N'Golo Kante
Chelsea defender Gary Cahill praises the "fantastic" N'Golo Kante following his man-of-the-match performance during the 1-0 FA Cup win over Manchester United.
Mar 13, 22:10
N'Golo Kante celebrates scoring as Paul Pogba watches on during the FA Cup quarter-final between Chelsea and Manchester United on March 13, 2017
Chelsea down 10-man Manchester United to reach FA Cup semi-finals
N'Golo Kante scores the only goal of the game as Chelsea beat 10-man Manchester United to reach the semi-finals of the FA Cup.
Mar 13, 21:42
N'Golo Kante celebrates scoring as Paul Pogba watches on during the FA Cup quarter-final between Chelsea and Manchester United on March 13, 2017
Live Commentary: Chelsea 1-0 Manchester United - as it happened
Relive Chelsea's 1-0 win over Manchester United as N'Golo Kante's goal fires Antonio Conte's side into the semi-finals of the FA Cup.
Mar 13, 18:15
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