Lucas Leiva
Lucas Leiva: 'I was close to quitting Liverpool under Roy Hodgson'
Lucas Leiva admits that he came close to leaving Liverpool under the leadership of now-England manager Roy Hodgson.
Mar 25, 09:05
Watford manager Gianfranco Zola shouts out to his players on December 1, 2012
Gianfranco Zola: 'No contact from Chelsea'
Watford manager Gianfranco Zola says that no-one from Chelsea has been in touch about him taking over as manager at Stamford Bridge.
Mar 24, 14:43
Chelsea's Juan Mata celebrates scoring the opener in the FA Cup 4th round replay against Brentford on February 17, 2013
Juan Mata reluctant to discuss Jose Mourinho return
Juan Mata dismisses talk of a potential return to Stamford Bridge for Jose Mourinho, insisting that the club should focus on the current campaign.
Mar 24, 10:02
Real Madrid boss Jose Mourinho on December 4, 2012
Jose Mourinho hints at return to former club
Jose Mourinho hints at a potential return to one of his former clubs when he finally leaves Real Madrid.
Mar 24, 09:33
Fabio Capello
Fabio Capello dismisses Chelsea rumours
Russia coach Fabio Capello dismisses rumours linking him with the manager's job at Chelsea.
Mar 21, 23:12
Chelsea interim manager Rafa Benitez smiles prior to kick-off against Sparta Prague on February 21, 2013
Report: Blackburn Rovers target Rafel Benitez as manager
Blackburn Rovers target Chelsea interim boss Rafael Benitez to replace the sacked Michael Appleton, according to a report.
Mar 19, 23:48
Chelsea's Frank Lampard celebrates scoring against West Ham in the Premier League match on March 17, 2013
Rafael Benitez "really pleased" for Frank Lampard
Frank Lampard receives high praise from Rafael Benitez after he scores his 200th goal for Chelsea.
Mar 17, 19:37
Chelsea's Frank Lampard celebrates scoring against West Ham in the Premier League match on March 17, 2013
Chelsea reclaim third spot
Two unanswered goals from Frank Lampard and Eden Hazard allow Chelsea to see off London rivals West Ham United.
Mar 17, 17:52
Chelsea interim manager Rafael Benitez gestures from the sideline during his side's match with West Brom on March 2, 2013
Rafael Benitez wary of Rubin Kazan
Chelsea interim manager Rafael Benitez insists that Rubin Kazan will pose a tough challenge for his side when they meet in the Europa League quarter-finals.
Mar 16, 01:39
Stamford Bridge
Preview:Chelsea vs. West Ham United
Sports Mole previews the London derby between Chelsea and West Ham United.
Mar 15, 13:27
Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson during his side's match against Norwich on March 2, 2013
Sir Alex Ferguson: 'I didn't reject Rafael Benitez handshake'
Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson says that it is "nonsense" that he rejected the opportunity to shake the hand of Chelsea boss Rafael Benitez.
Mar 15, 13:04
Ramires is congratulated by team mates Oscar and Juan Mata after scoring the equaliser against Manchester United in the FA Cup quarter final on March 10, 2013
Chelsea face Rubin Kazan in Europa League quarter-finals
Chelsea will take on Russian side Rubin Kazan in the Europa League quarter-finals, avoiding Tottenham Hotspur and Newcastle United.
Mar 15, 11:53
Chelsea's Fernando Torres sporting a new haircut in action during the match against Arsenal on January 20 , 2013
Rafael Benitez: 'Goal was important for Fernando Torres'
Chelsea interim boss Rafael Benitez is hopeful that Fernando Torres's strike against Steaua Bucuresti will bring him back to form.
Mar 15, 07:20
Chelsea interim manager Rafa Benitez smiles prior to kick-off against Sparta Prague on February 21, 2013
Rafael Benitez pleased with Chelsea progress
Chelsea interim manager Rafael Benitez claims that Thursday's Europa League triumph against Steaua Bucuresti is a "great victory" for his team.
Mar 15, 01:57
Chelsea's Juan Mata opens the scoring against Steaua Bucharest on March 14, 2013
Live Commentary: Chelsea 3-1 (3-2) Steaua Bucuresti - as it happened
Read how Chelsea overturned a 1-0 deficit from the first leg to beat Steaua 3-2 on aggregate and progress to the quarter-finals of the Europa League.
Mar 14, 19:00
Chelsea boss Rafa Benitez on the touchline during the FA Cup quarter final clash with Manchester United on March 10, 2013
Rafael Benitez: 'Everything seems to be my fault'
Chelsea interim boss Rafael Benitez jokes that he is blamed for everything that goes wrong at Stamford Bridge.
Mar 14, 09:33
Chelsea interim manager Rafa Benitez smiles prior to kick-off against Sparta Prague on February 21, 2013
Chelsea at near full strength to face Steaua Bucuresti
Chelsea will only be without Oriol Romeu and Demba Ba for tomorrow's European clash against Steaua Bucuresti.
Mar 13, 14:38
Fans hold up banners regarding Chelsea interim manager Rafael Benitez before their match with West Bromwich Albion on March 2, 2013
John Obi Mikel: 'Rafael Benitez taunts affecting players'
John Obi Mikel says that the abuse towards Rafael Benitez from the Chelsea fans is having a negative impact on the team's form.
Mar 12, 07:24
Manchester United's Rio Ferdinand battles for the ball with Chelsea's Fernando Torres on October 28, 2012
Rio Ferdinand could face FA action after Fernando Torres clash
Rio Ferdinand may face FA action after an altercation with Fernando Torres during Manchester United's FA Cup clash with Chelsea.
Mar 11, 08:09
Chelsea boss Rafa Benitez on the touchline during the FA Cup quarter final clash with Manchester United on March 10, 2013
Benitez: 'United tired? That is a joke'
Chelsea interim manager Rafael Benitez claims that suggestions that Manchester United were suffering from tiredness in their 2-2 draw in the FA Cup on Sunday are 'a joke'.
Mar 11, 02:14
Chelsea boss Rafa Benitez on the touchline during the FA Cup quarter final clash with Manchester United on March 10, 2013
Rafael Benitez claims Sir Alex Ferguson snubbed handshake
Chelsea interim manager Rafael Benitez claims that Sir Alex Ferguson snubbed a handshake with him before the FA Cup quarter-final at Old Trafford.
Mar 10, 20:57
Eden Hazard celebrates with team mate David Luiz after scoring against Manchester United in the FA Cup quarter final on March 10, 2013
Match Analysis: Manchester United 2-2 Chelsea
Sports Mole casts its eye over the thrilling FA Cup quarter-final between Manchester United and Chelsea.
Mar 10, 19:18
Chelsea boss Rafa Benitez on the touchline during the FA Cup quarter final clash with Manchester United on March 10, 2013
Rafael Benitez: 'Chelsea deserved win'
Chelsea interim manager Rafael Benitez believes that his side deserved to beat Manchester United after their 2-2 draw in the FA Cup quarter-finals.
Mar 10, 18:57
Eden Hazard celebrates with team mate David Luiz after scoring against Manchester United in the FA Cup quarter final on March 10, 2013
Live Commentary: Manchester United 2-2 Chelsea - as it happened
Read how Chelsea staged a second-half fightback to earn a FA Cup quarter-final replay against Manchester United.
Mar 10, 15:30
Chelsea interim manager Rafael Benitez gestures from the sideline during his side's match with West Brom on March 2, 2013
Rafael Benitez impressed by Manchester United attack
Chelsea interim manager Rafael Benitez admits that his side will struggle to stop Manchester United from scoring at Old Trafford tomorrow in the FA Cup.
Mar 9, 13:48
Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson prior to kick-off against Everton on February 10, 2013
Sir Alex Ferguson refuses to 'kick Benitez while he's down'
Sir Alex Ferguson says that it is 'not his style' to criticise Rafael Benitez following the Chelsea interim manager's outburst.
Mar 8, 17:33
Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson during his side's match against Norwich on March 2, 2013
Preview:Manchester United vs. Chelsea
Sports Mole looks ahead to the FA Cup quarter-final between Manchester United and Chelsea at Old Trafford this Sunday.
Mar 8, 15:34
Chelsea interim manager Rafa Benitez reacts on the touchline against Swansea on January 23, 2013
Rafael Benitez disappointed with Chelsea defeat
Chelsea interim manager Rafael Benitez reveals that he is disappointed with his side's Europa League defeat to Steaua Bucuresti on Thursday.
Mar 7, 20:19
Chelsea manager Rafa Benitez at the Stadium of Light on December 8, 2012
Live Commentary: Steaua Bucuresti 1-0 Chelsea - as it happened
Read how Chelsea went down in the Romanian capital to Steaua in the Europa League last 16.
Mar 7, 17:00
John Terry celebrates scoring the opener for Chelsea
Team News: John Terry returns to captain Chelsea side in Europe
John Terry returns to Chelsea's starting lineup to captain the side against Steaua Bucuresti, while Fernando Torres gets the nod up front.
Mar 7, 16:49
Juan Mata
Juan Mata: 'I like to play every few days'
Chelsea midfielder Juan Mata insists that he feels comfortable with his club's hectic fixture schedule.
Mar 7, 12:16
Chelsea interim manager Rafa Benitez smiles prior to kick-off against Sparta Prague on February 21, 2013
Rafael Benitez focused on Steaua Bucharesti clash
Rafael Benitez says that he is not yet thinking about Sunday's FA Cup clash with Manchester United.
Mar 7, 02:14
Chelsea interim manager Rafael Benitez gestures from the sideline during his side's match with West Brom on March 2, 2013
Rafael Benitez promises "competitive" Chelsea lineup
Chelsea interim manager Rafael Benitez insists that he will name a "competitive" starting lineup for Thursday's Europa League encounter with Steaua Bucharesti.
Mar 6, 18:07
Chelsea interim manager Rafael Benitez gestures wildly during his side's match with Middlesbrough on February 27, 2013
Video: Were Chelsea wrong to label Rafael Benitez as interim manager?
Did Chelsea make a mistake in naming Rafael Benitez as interim manager? This question and more are tackled by the ESPN experts in a Sports Mole exclusive!
Mar 6, 14:09
Chelsea interim manager Rafael Benitez during his side's match with Wigan on February 9, 2013
Chelsea's Ron Gourlay: 'We'll assess Rafael Benitez future in the summer'
Chelsea chief executive Ron Gourlay says that the club will assess interim manager Rafael Benitez's future in the summer.
Mar 6, 10:27
Chelsea's Nascimento Ramires celebrates after scoring his side's first goal in their match with Wigan on February 9, 2013
Ramires: 'Chelsea will prove critics wrong'
Chelsea midfielder Ramires insists that the club still have plenty to play for, despite them recently facing criticism.
Mar 5, 11:03
Real Madrid coach Jose Mourinho on the touchline before the start of the match against Atletico Madrid on December 1, 2012
Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich undecided on reappointing Jose Mourinho?
Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich is reportedly unsure of whether to reappoint Jose Mourinho considering the controversial history between the pair.
Mar 5, 09:07
Watford manager Gianfranco Zola during the match against Brighton on December 29, 2012
Gianfranco Zola not concerned with Chelsea links
Gianfranco Zola insists that he is focused on leading Watford to promotion to the Premier League and is not eyeing the Chelsea managerial job.
Mar 4, 18:10
Fabio Capello
Fabio Capello denies Chelsea link
Russia boss Fabio Capello distances himself from the managerial post at Chelsea.
Mar 4, 13:58
Kenwyne Jones attempt on goal is saved by Petr Cech on January 12, 2013
Petr Cech open to Jose Mourinho return
Chelsea goalkeeper Petr Cech admits that he would welcome Jose Mourinho back to the club.
Mar 4, 13:23