United striker Robin Van Persie in action against Chelsea on May 5, 2013
Juan Mata strike downs 10-man Manchester United
Chelsea beat Manchester United 1-0 at Old Trafford thanks to a late strike from Juan Mata.
May 5, 16:52
 United's Wayne Rooney celebrates a goal against Reading on March 16, 2013
Team News: Wayne Rooney, Fernando Torres start on bench
Wayne Rooney and Fernando Torres both start of the bench for Chelsea's visit to Manchester United this afternoon.
May 5, 14:41
 Real Madrid boss Jose Mourinho during the match against Valladolid on May 4, 2013
Peter Kenyon backs Jose Mourinho's Chelsea return
Peter Kenyon believes that Chelsea should re-hire Jose Mourinho as their manager at the end of the season.
May 5, 12:07
 Chelsea interim manager Rafa Benitez on the touchline during the match against Leeds on December 19, 2012
Rafael Benitez ready to "fight" Sir Alex Ferguson
Chelsea interim manager Rafael Benitez says that he is ready to "fight" Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson if necessary.
May 5, 07:23
 Chelsea boss Rafa Benitez on the touchline during the FA Cup quarter final clash with Manchester United on March 10, 2013
Schalke target Rafael Benitez as next coach?
Rafael Benitez has emerged as a target for German side Schalke 04, according to a report.
May 5, 06:14
 Chelsea interim manager Rafa Benitez prior to kick-off against Southampton on March 30, 2013
Graeme Le Saux: Europa League win would be "amazing"
Former Chelsea defender Graeme Le Saux feels that it would be a "amazing achievement" for Rafael Benitez and the club to win the Europa League this season.
May 5, 04:14
 Chelsea's Juan Mata celebrates scoring the opener in the FA Cup 4th round replay against Brentford on February 17, 2013
Juan Mata: 'Next two games are must win'
Chelsea midfielder Juan Mata believes that his side need to beat Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur if they want to qualify for the Champions League next season.
May 5, 02:42
 Chelsea's David Luiz celebrates scoring the third goal against FC Basel on May 2, 2013
David Luiz: 'Rafael Benitez has given us confidence'
Chelsea defender David Luiz reveals that his side have adapted to the playing style of interim manager Rafael Benitez.
May 4, 07:39
 Old Trafford
Preview:Manchester United vs. Chelsea
Sports Mole looks ahead to Sunday's Premier League clash between Manchester United and Chelsea at Old Trafford.
May 3, 15:18
 Man Utd striker Robin Van Persie celebrates his goal against Wigan on January 1, 2013
Robin van Persie, Rafael Benitez win Premier League monthly awards
Robin van Persie and Rafael Benitez win the Premier League monthly awards for April.
May 3, 13:04
 Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson prior to kick-off against West Ham on April 17, 2013
Sir Alex Ferguson: 'Rafael Benitez has done a good job'
Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson admits that Rafael Benitez has performed well in his role as interim manager at Stamford Bridge.
May 3, 10:20
 Chelsea's Fernando Torres celebrates scoring against FC Basel on May 2, 2013
Match Analysis: Chelsea 3-1 Basel (5-2 agg.)
Sports Mole dissects Chelsea's pivotal Europa League tie against Basel at Stamford Bridge.
May 2, 21:32
 Chelsea interim manager Rafa Benitez smiles prior to kick-off against Sparta Prague on February 21, 2013
Rafael Benitez pleased with Chelsea reaction
Rafael Benitez says that he is pleased with the reaction of his Chelsea team as they came from behind to beat Basel 3-1 to reach the Europa League semi-final.
May 2, 21:19
 Chelsea players congratulate Frank Lampard after a penalty against Swansea on April 28, 2013
Live Commentary: Chelsea 3-1 Basel (5-2 agg.) - as it happened
Sports Mole's live text commentary of Chelsea's passage into the Europa League final at the expense of a spirited Basel.
May 2, 18:00
 Chelsea interim manager Rafa Benitez prior to kick-off against Southampton on March 30, 2013
Rafael Benitez: 'Europa League is important'
Rafael Benitez says that winning the Europa League is important to Chelsea.
May 2, 05:11
 Fenerbahce's Dirk Kuyt in action on March 14, 2013
Dirk Kuyt wants "special" Rafael Benitez reunion
Dirk Kuyt says that facing Rafael Benitez in the Europa League final would be "very special".
May 2, 03:14
 Chelsea interim manager Rafael Benitez during the match against FC Basel on April 25, 2013
Rafael Benitez "concerned" by Basel
Chelsea interim manager Rafael Benitez admits that he is concerned by Basel ahead of Thursday's Europa League semi-final second leg at Stamford Bridge.
May 1, 19:16
 Chelsea interim manager Rafael Benitez gestures from the sideline during his side's match with West Brom on March 2, 2013
Rafael Benitez refuses to discuss Jose Mourinho's Chelsea return
Rafael Benitez opts against voicing his opinion regarding Jose Mourinho's reported return to Chelsea.
May 1, 17:47
 Chelsea's Victor Moses celebrates scoring against FC Basel on April 25, 2013
Preview:Chelsea vs. Basel
Sports Mole looks ahead to Chelsea's Europa League semi-final against Swiss side Basel.
Apr 30, 15:53
 Frank Lampard celebrates scoring his team's third goal after converting a penalty against Stoke on January 12, 2013
Frank Lampard: 'Tottenham Hotspur game will be decisive'
Chelsea veteran Frank Lampard sees next week's clash with Tottenham Hotspur as decisive in the race to secure Champions League qualification.
Apr 30, 02:11
 John Terry celebrates scoring the opener for Chelsea
Rafael Benitez not concerned with John Terry's England future
Rafael Benitez refuses to be drawn on speculation that Chelsea captain John Terry could come out of international retirement.
Apr 29, 08:06
 Chelsea interim manager Rafa Benitez prior to kick-off against Southampton on March 30, 2013
Rafael Benitez: 'Chelsea in driving seat for Champions League spot'
Rafael Benitez says that Chelsea's match with Tottenham Hotspur next month will be crucial in deciding the outcome of the Champions League spots.
Apr 29, 07:57
 Chelsea's Frank Lampard celebrates scoring against West Ham in the Premier League match on March 17, 2013
Rafael Benitez wants five Frank Lampard goals
Rafael Benitez hails Frank Lampard after the midfielder scored his 201st Chelsea goal against Swansea City on Sunday.
Apr 29, 06:45
 Chelsea's Frank Lampard celebrates scoring against West Ham in the Premier League match on March 17, 2013
Frank Lampard vows to keep focus
Chelsea midfielder Frank Lampard insists that he will not let his desire to become the club's all-time record goalscorer become a distraction.
Apr 28, 22:13
 Chelsea's Frank Lampard celebrates scoring against West Ham in the Premier League match on March 17, 2013
Half-Time Report: Late double puts Chelsea in control
A classy Oscar strike and a Frank Lampard penalty kick late in the first half give Chelsea a comfortable lead over Swansea City at Stamford Bridge.
Apr 28, 14:57
 John Terry is congratulated by team mate Oscar after scoring the equaliser against Southampton on March 30, 2013
Team News: John Terry captains Chelsea
John Terry will start in the Chelsea defence against Swansea City at Stamford Bridge.
Apr 28, 13:18
 Stamford Bridge
Preview:Chelsea vs. Swansea City
Sports Mole previews Sunday's Premier League meeting between Chelsea and Swansea City.
Apr 26, 15:56
 Chelsea striker Fernando Torres celebrates a goal against Rubin Kazan on April 11, 2013
Pablo Hernandez: 'Rafael Benitez has helped Fernando Torres'
Swansea City winger Pablo Hernandez believes that Chelsea manager Rafael Benitez has helped improve the form of Fernando Torres.
Apr 26, 05:51
 Utd manager Sir Alex Ferguson celebrates his teams 2-0 win over Stoke on April 14, 2013
Manchester United's Sir Alex Ferguson remains wealthiest manager in football
Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson tops the Sunday Times's richest football managers list of 2013.
Apr 25, 23:01
 Chelsea interim manager Rafael Benitez during the match against FC Basel on April 25, 2013
Rafael Benitez questions penalty decision
Chelsea interim manager Rafael Benitez reacts to his side's 2-1 victory over Basel in the first leg of their Europa League semi-final.
Apr 25, 21:34
 Chelsea's Victor Moses celebrates scoring against FC Basel on April 25, 2013
Match Analysis: Basel 1-2 Chelsea
Sports Mole dissects a 2-1 win for Chelsea in their Europa League semi-final first leg after a thrilling finale at St Jakob-Park.
Apr 25, 21:33
 Chelsea's Victor Moses celebrates scoring against FC Basel on April 25, 2013
Live Commentary: Basel 1-2 Chelsea - as it happened
Sports Mole's live text commentary of the Europa League tie between Basel and Chelsea at St Jakob-Park.
Apr 25, 18:00
 Basel boss Murat Yakin during a press conference on April 3, 2013
Murat Yakin: "We are very close to the final"
Murat Yakin says that Basel are "very close" to the final of the Europa League.
Apr 25, 02:00
 Chelsea boss Rafa Benitez on the touchline during the FA Cup quarter final clash with Manchester United on March 10, 2013
Rafael Benitez wary of Basel
Chelsea interim manager Rafael Benitez believes that Basel will provide a threat for his side when they meet in the Europa League semi-finals.
Apr 24, 23:05
 Chelsea's Fernando Torres sporting a new haircut in action during the match against Arsenal on January 20 , 2013
Fernando Torres: Chelsea "depend too much on individuality"
Chelsea striker Fernando Torres says that his side rely on individual players rather than tactics.
Apr 24, 11:41
 John Terry returns to action as a substitute for Juan Mata against Stoke on January 12, 2013
John Terry relaxed over new deal
Chelsea defender John Terry calms speculation regarding his long-term future at the club.
Apr 23, 16:30
 Chelsea interim manager Rafa Benitez prior to kick-off against Southampton on March 30, 2013
Preview:Basel vs. Chelsea
Sports Mole previews the first leg of the Europa League semi-final between Basel and Chelsea.
Apr 23, 14:20
 Manchester United players celebrate winning the Premier League title on April 22, 2013
Manchester United win the Premier League title: Six defining matches
Sports Mole selects six of the most important matches in Manchester United's run to the Premier League title.
Apr 23, 12:25
 Yossi Benayoun
Yossi Benayoun: 'Chelsea fans are crossing the limit'
Chelsea midfielder Yossi Benayoun feels that a section of fans have "crossed the limit" after targeting him in recent weeks.
Apr 23, 01:28
 Chelsea interim manager Rafa Benitez prior to kick-off against Southampton on March 30, 2013
Rafael Benitez lays flowers at Anfield as Hillsborough tribute
Chelsea interim manager Rafael Benitez lays flowers outside Anfield as a tribute to the victims of the Hillsborough disaster.
Apr 22, 11:13
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