France's Olivier Giroud celebrates scoring their first goal against Iceland on October 11, 2019
Didier Deschamps hints at January Chelsea exit for Olivier Giroud
The veteran striker came off the bench to score in a 1-1 draw with Turkey.
Oct 15, 09:53
France's Olivier Giroud celebrates scoring their first goal against Iceland on October 11, 2019
Turkey hold world champions France in Paris
The hosts were held to a 1-1 draw in Paris.
Oct 14, 21:40
Olivier Giroud celebrates with Pedro and N'Golo Kante after giving Chelsea the lead against Arsenal in the 2019 Europa League final on May 29, 2019
Olivier Giroud: 'No regrets over leaving Arsenal'
Olivier Giroud insists that he has no regrets about leaving Arsenal because moving to Chelsea resembled joining a bigger club.
Oct 13, 08:48
France boss Didier Deschamps pictured on October 10, 2019
France boss Didier Deschamps admits beating Iceland "wasn't simple"
Olivier Giroud's goal was enough to fire Les Bleus to victory in Reykjavik.
Oct 12, 09:23
France's Wissam Ben Yedder celebrates scoring their third goal with Antoine Griezmann and team mates on September 10, 2019
Preview:France vs. Turkey - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Monday's Euro 2020 qualifier between France and Turkey, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Oct 12, 09:21
France's Olivier Giroud celebrates scoring their first goal against Iceland on October 11, 2019
Olivier Giroud fires France to victory over Iceland
The world champions kept pace with Turkey at the top of Group H.
Oct 11, 21:16
France's Wissam Ben Yedder celebrates scoring their third goal with Antoine Griezmann and team mates on September 10, 2019
Preview:Iceland vs. France - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Friday's European Championship qualifier between Iceland and France, including predictions, team news and lineups.
Oct 9, 22:03
Christian Pulisic celebrates scoring for Chelsea on July 31, 2019
Frank Lampard: 'Christian Pulisic must prove himself'
The American has not featured in the Premier League since August.
Oct 5, 22:30
Callum Hudson-Odoi in action for Chelsea on April 3, 2019
How Chelsea could line up against Southampton
Ahead of Saturday's Premier League game between Southampton and Chelsea, Sports Mole looks at how the Blues could line up at St Mary's.
Oct 4, 15:00
Chelsea celebrate N'Golo Kante's goal against Liverpool in the Premier League on September 22, 2019.
Didier Deschamps aims dig at Frank Lampard over N'Golo Kante injury
France manager Didier Deschamps aims a dig at Frank Lampard for asking him not to pick N'Golo Kante over the international break.
Oct 3, 17:34
Olivier Giroud in action for Chelsea on July 28, 2019
Olivier Giroud admits Chelsea situation is 'not ideal'
Olivier Giroud praises the recent form of Chelsea teammate Tammy Abraham, despite acknowledging that remaining out of the starting lineup is 'not ideal'.
Oct 3, 12:05
Chelsea midfielder N'Golo Kante scores the opening goal in his side's EFL Cup semi-final second leg with Tottenham Hotspur on January 24, 2019
Preview:How Chelsea could line up against Lille
Sports Mole looks at how Chelsea could line up for Wednesday's Champions League Group H showdown with Lille at the Stade Pierre-Mauroy.
Sep 30, 18:49
Chelsea midfielder N'Golo Kante scores the opening goal in his side's EFL Cup semi-final second leg with Tottenham Hotspur on January 24, 2019
Chelsea team news: Injury, suspension list vs. Lille
Sports Mole rounds up Chelsea's latest injury and suspension news ahead of Wednesday night's Champions League Group H clash with Lille
Sep 29, 15:32
Chelsea boss Frank Lampard on August 31, 2019
Frank Lampard focused on first home league win as Chelsea boss
Frank has nothing to say about former club ahead of Stamford Bridge clash against Brighton.
Sep 27, 15:11
Andreas Christensen in action for Chelsea on May 5, 2019
Andreas Christensen likely to be fit for Chelsea
A much-changed Chelsea side thrashed Grimsby in the Carabao Cup.
Sep 27, 14:47
Andreas Christensen in action for Chelsea on May 5, 2019
Chelsea team news: Injury, suspension list vs. Brighton & Hove Albion
Sports Mole rounds up Chelsea's latest injury and suspension news ahead of their meeting with Brighton & Hove Albion in the Premier League on Saturday.
Sep 26, 15:55
Chelsea manager Frank Lampard on the touchline for the pre-season clash with Reading on July 28, 2019
Preview:Chelsea vs. Brighton & Hove Albion - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole provides team news, predicted lineups and a full preview of Saturday's Premier League fixture between Chelsea and Brighton & Hove Albion.
Sep 26, 13:30
Chelsea's Tammy Abraham celebrates scoring against Wolverhampton Wanderers in the Premier League on September 14, 2019.
AC Milan 'turned down chance to sign Tammy Abraham'
AC Milan turned down the chance to sign Chelsea striker Tammy Abraham during the summer, according to a report.
Sep 25, 17:56
Billy Gilmour in action for Chelsea on August 31, 2019
How Chelsea could line up against Grimsby Town
Ahead of Wednesday's EFL Cup tie between Chelsea and Grimsby Town, Sports Mole looks at how the Premier League outfit could line up at Stamford Bridge.
Sep 23, 13:30
Chelsea boss Frank Lampard on August 31, 2019
Preview:Chelsea vs. Grimsby Town - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole provides team news, predicted lineups and a full preview of Sunday's Premier League fixture between Crystal Palace and Wolverhampton Wanderers.
Sep 23, 13:00
Mason Mount in action for Chelsea on August 31, 2019
How Chelsea could line up against Liverpool
Ahead of Sunday's Premier League fixture between Chelsea and Liverpool, Sports Mole looks at how the Blues could line up at Stamford Bridge.
Sep 20, 16:30
Luka Jovic at his Real Madrid unveiling on June 12, 2019
Inter Milan 'consider January loan offer for Luka Jovic'
Inter Milan could attempt to sign Real Madrid forward Luka Jovic on loan in January, according to a report.
Sep 18, 20:37
Olivier Giroud celebrates scoring for France on September 7, 2019
Inter Milan 'eye January swoop for Olivier Giroud'
Inter Milan are considering a January swoop for Chelsea striker Olivier Giroud, according to a report.
Sep 18, 19:13
Chelsea's Tammy Abraham celebrates scoring against Wolverhampton Wanderers in the Premier League on September 14, 2019.
Chelsea 'start Tammy Abraham contract talks'
Chelsea open contract talks with England international Tammy Abraham, according to a report.
Sep 18, 17:57
Unai Emery salutes the action during the Premier League game between Watford and Arsenal on September 15, 2019
Preview:Eintracht Frankfurt vs. Arsenal - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Thursday's Europa League clash between Eintracht Frankfurt and Arsenal, including predictions and team news.
Sep 17, 16:09
Olivier Giroud in action for Chelsea on April 3, 2019
Olivier Giroud unhappy with current Chelsea role
Olivier Giroud admits that he does not want to be regarded as Chelsea's backup forward throughout this season.
Sep 9, 11:44
Kingsley Coman celebrates scoring for France on September 7, 2019
Kingsley Coman bags a brace as France put four past Albania
Their superior goal difference - four better than Turkey's and nine better than Iceland's - is what is keeping the world champions in first place.
Sep 7, 21:08
Paulo Dybala in action for Juventus on May 12, 2019
Friday's papers: Paulo Dybala, Christian Eriksen, Paul Pogba
Dybala, Eriksen and Giroud are being talked about in Friday's papers.
Sep 6, 05:40
France boss Didier Deschamps pictured on March 22, 2019
Preview:France vs. Albania - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Euro 2020 qualifier between world champions France and Albania, including predictions and team news.
Sep 5, 19:49
Olivier Giroud in action for Chelsea on July 28, 2019
Chelsea forward Olivier Giroud hints at future MLS transfer
Chelsea forward Olivier Giroud reveals that he is interested in a future transfer to a club playing in the United States.
Sep 5, 11:10
Crystal Palace's Michy Batshuayi celebrates scoring their second goal with Aaron Wan-Bissaka on May 12, 2019
Chelsea 'offer Napoli Michy Batshuayi loan deal'
Chelsea reportedly offer Napoli the chance to take striker Michy Batshuayi on loan, with the deal including an option to buy at the end of the season.
Aug 29, 23:29
Ross Barkley celebrates scoring for Chelsea on July 23, 2019
How Chelsea could line up against Sheffield United
Ahead of Saturday's Premier League game between Chelsea and Sheffield United, Sports Mole looks at how the Blues could line up at Stamford Bridge.
Aug 29, 15:00
Mason Mount celebrates scoring during the Premier League game between Norwich City and Chelsea on August 24, 2019
Preview:Chelsea vs. Sheffield United - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Premier League clash between Chelsea and Sheffield United, including predictions, team news and head-to-head records.
Aug 29, 13:03
Tammy Abraham celebrates with teammates after scoring during the Premier League game between Norwich City and Chelsea on August 24, 2019
Tammy Abraham brace helps Frank Lampard to first Chelsea win
Tammy Abraham scores twice as Chelsea beat Norwich City 3-2 at Carrow Road to hand Frank Lampard his first win in charge of the club.
Aug 24, 13:26
Chelsea manager Frank Lampard reacts during his side's Premier League match with Leicester on August 18, 2019
How Chelsea could line up against Norwich City
Sports Mole looks at how Chelsea could line up for Saturday's Premier League clash with Norwich City at Carrow Road.
Aug 22, 17:32
Chelsea manager Frank Lampard reacts during his side's Premier League match with Leicester on August 18, 2019
Preview:Norwich City vs. Chelsea - predictions, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Premier League game between Norwich City and Chelsea, including predictions, team news and head-to-head records.
Aug 22, 13:30
Michy Batshuayi makes his debut for Crystal Palace on February 2, 2019
Michy Batshuayi 'wants to stay and fight for place' at Chelsea this season
Striker Michy Batshuayi reportedly wants to stay and compete for a place in Frank Lampard's starting XI at Chelsea after spending recent seasons out on loan.
Aug 20, 11:52
Chelsea manager Frank Lampard reacts during his side's Premier League match with Leicester on August 18, 2019
Frank Lampard still waiting for first Chelsea win after Leicester draw
Frank Lampard is made to wait for his first win as Chelsea manager as his side are held to a 1-1 draw by Leicester City in their opening home game of the season.
Aug 18, 17:22
Chelsea's Mason Mount celebrates scoring their first goal against Leicester on August 18, 2019
Live Commentary: Chelsea 1-1 Leicester City - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live coverage as Chelsea hold on for a 1-1 draw against Leicester City in Sunday's Premier League fixture at Stamford Bridge.
Aug 18, 15:25
Chelsea forward Olivier Giroud celebrates scoring against Liverpool in the UEFA Super Cup on August 14, 2019
Olivier Giroud backs Chelsea to challenge for trophies under Frank Lampard
Lampard replaced Maurizio Sarri in the summer.
Aug 17, 13:30
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