Frank Lampard
Rafael Benitez: Frank Lampard is "fully committed" to Chelsea
Chelsea manager Rafael Benitez insists that Frank Lampard remains fully committed to the club, as the midfielder prepares to make his 500th Premier League start this weekend.
Dec 22, 02:41
John Terry
John Terry to miss festive fixtures?
John Terry could miss Chelsea's entire festive fixtures after Rafael Benitez revealed that the player's knee injury is more complicated than first thought.
Dec 21, 15:06
Rafa Benitez instructs his Chelsea boys on December 1, 2012
Chelsea's Rafael Benitez coy on future
Chelsea interim manager Rafael Benitez refuses to comment on whether he will take charge of Real Madrid next season.
Dec 21, 11:29
Alexander Buttner and Daniel Sturridge
Rafael Benitez not sure of Daniel Sturridge move
Chelsea interim manager Rafael Benitez admits that he is unsure whether Daniel Sturridge will be sold in January.
Dec 20, 19:36
Chelsea players celebrate in their Club World Cup semi-final against Monterrey on December 13, 2012
Chelsea draw Sparta Prague in Europa League
Chelsea will play Sparta Prague in the first knockout stage of the Europa League, while Tottenham Hotspur draw Lyon.
Dec 20, 13:35
John Terry lies in agony on the ground
Chelsea boss Rafael Benitez unsure of John Terry return
Chelsea interim boss Rafael Benitez reveals that he is still unsure over when captain John Terry will make a full recovery from a knee injury.
Dec 20, 09:06
Chelsea interim manager Rafa Benitez on the touchline during the match against Leeds on December 19, 2012
Rafael Benitez: 'Chelsea are getting stronger'
Rafael Benitez says that Chelsea are getting "a little bit stronger" with every passing game following their 5-1 win at Leeds United on Wednesday.
Dec 20, 03:26
Rafa Benitez instructs his Chelsea boys on December 1, 2012
Chelsea's Rafael Benitez: 'Swansea City are a good team'
Rafael Benitez is determined to win the League Cup but admits that defeating Swansea City in the semi-finals will not be easy.
Dec 20, 02:54
Chelsea interim manager Rafa Benitez on the touchline during the match against Leeds on December 19, 2012
Rafael Benitez pleased with Chelsea comeback
Chelsea interim manager Rafael Benitez is delighted with his side's second-half comeback as they beat Leeds United 5-1 in the Capital One Cup quarter-finals.
Dec 19, 23:12
Leeds United manager Neil Warnock on the touchline during the match against Chelsea on December 19, 2012
Neil Warnock: 'It was a great cup tie'
Leeds United manager Neil Warnock draws some positives from his side's 5-1 defeat to Chelsea.
Dec 19, 22:31
Chelsea's Fernando Torres is congratulated by team mates after scoring his team's fifth goal against Leeds on December 19, 2012
Match Analysis: Leeds United 1-5 Chelsea
Sports Mole looks back over Chelsea's 5-1 victory over Leeds United in the quarter-finals of the Capital One Cup.
Dec 19, 21:59
Chelsea striker Fernando Torres celebrates a goal against Nordsjaelland on December 5, 2012
Team News: Frank Lampard, Fernando Torres start for Chelsea
Frank Lampard and Fernando Torres start for Chelsea in tonight's Capital One Cup quarter-final against Leeds United at Elland Road.
Dec 19, 19:09
Rafa Benitez instructs his Chelsea boys on December 1, 2012
Live Commentary: Leeds United 1-5 Chelsea
Sports Mole brings you live text coverage as Chelsea look to bounce back from their Club World Cup disappointment against Leeds United.
Dec 19, 18:45
Oscar in action for Chelsea on November 17, 2012
Rafael Benitez denies Oscar issues
Rafael Benitez says that it is "fantastic" that Oscar was disappointed at being left out of the Chelsea starting lineup against Corinthians.
Dec 19, 08:25
Chelsea manager Rafa Benitez at the Stadium of Light on December 8, 2012
Rafael Benitez: 'Players aware of Leeds United importance'
Rafael Benitez says that his foreign Chelsea players know about the club's long-standing rivalry with Leeds United.
Dec 19, 06:52
Chelsea manager Rafa Benitez at the Stadium of Light on December 8, 2012
Lee Peltier backs Rafael Benitez for Chelsea success
Former Liverpool defender Lee Peltier believes that Rafael Benitez will not let Chelsea fans' hostility affect him.
Dec 19, 05:54
Chelsea striker Fernando Torres celebrates a goal against Nordsjaelland on December 5, 2012
Lee Peltier: 'I do not fear Fernando Torres'
Lee Peltier is looking forward to facing Fernando Torres when Leeds United host Chelsea in the quarter-final of the League Cup on Wednesday.
Dec 19, 03:42
Frank Lampard
Rafael Benitez refuses to confirm Frank Lampard stay
Rafael Benitez declines to reveal if Frank Lampard will stay at Chelsea beyond the upcoming January transfer window.
Dec 18, 16:04
Rafa Benitez instructs his Chelsea boys on December 1, 2012
Rafael Benitez will shake Neil Warnock's hand
Rafael Benitez says that he will shake Neil Warnock's hand prior to Chelsea's League Cup tie against Leeds United tomorrow night.
Dec 18, 14:16
Neil Warnock
Neil Warnock plays down past problems with Rafael Benitez
Neil Warnock insists that he bears Rafael Benitez no grudges for sending him an email threatening legal action back in 2007.
Dec 18, 04:56
Frank Lampard
Report: Claudio Ranieri wants Frank Lampard at Monaco
Monaco coach Claudio Ranieri wants to sign Chelsea midfielder Frank Lampard, according to a report.
Dec 18, 03:50
Neil Warnock
Neil Warnock realistic about League Cup chances
Neil Warnock is hoping that Chelsea have an off day when they travel to Leeds United in the League Cup on Wednesday.
Dec 17, 16:44
Elland Road
Preview:Leeds United vs. Chelsea
Sports Mole previews the Capital One Cup clash between Leeds United and Chelsea at Elland Road.
Dec 17, 12:24
Rafa Benitez instructs his Chelsea boys on December 1, 2012
Rafael Benitez bemoans missed chances
Rafael Benitez criticises his Chelsea players for not making more of the chances that they created during today's Club World Cup final.
Dec 16, 15:59
Chelsea manager Rafa Benitez at the Stadium of Light on December 8, 2012
Marco Materazzi blasts Rafael Benitez
Marco Materazzi lays the blame for Chelsea's defeat to Corinthians on coach Rafael Benitez.
Dec 16, 14:28
Rafa Benitez looks at his watch on December 1, 2012
Match Analysis: Chelsea 0-1 Corinthians
Sports Mole analyses Chelsea's 1-0 defeat to Corinthians in today's FIFA World Club Cup final.
Dec 16, 13:01
Rafa Benitez instructs his Chelsea boys on December 1, 2012
Live Commentary: Chelsea 0-1 Corinthians - as it happened
Sports Mole brings you live text commentary from Chelsea's inagurual Club World Cup final against Corinthians.
Dec 16, 10:00
Rafa Benitez instructs his Chelsea boys on December 1, 2012
Rafael Benitez: 'Chelsea can win the title'
Chelsea manager Rafael Benitez claims that his side are capable of winning the Premier League this season.
Dec 15, 12:54
Oscar and David Luiz
David Luiz open to midfield return
David Luiz admits that he enjoyed a rare match in central midfield against Monterrey and is open to making the change permanent.
Dec 15, 05:57
Chelsea manager Rafa Benitez at the Stadium of Light on December 8, 2012
Rafael Benitez impressed by strength in depth
Rafael Benitez believes that the quality in all areas of Chelsea's squad will help them overcome Corinthians in Sunday's World Club Cup final in Japan.
Dec 15, 04:54
Pep Guardiola
Rafael Benitez happy to make way for Pep Guardiola at Chelsea
Rafael Benitez would be happy for Pep Guardiola to succeed him as Chelsea boss in the summer if he wins trophies with the Blues this season.
Dec 14, 13:21
Chelsea striker Fernando Torres celebrates his second goal against Sunderland on December 8, 2012
Fernando Torres: 'We've shown determination under Rafael Benitez'
Fernando Torres believes that Chelsea interim manager Rafael Benitez has improved the 'unity' of the team.
Dec 14, 12:00
Theo Walcott scores for Arsenal on November 17, 2012
Chelsea join Theo Walcott race?
Chelsea believe that they can offer Theo Walcott a central striking role and entice the England man to swap Arsenal for Stamford Bridge, according to reports.
Dec 14, 03:11
Frank Lampard, Fernando Torres, Ryan Bertrand
Frank Lampard hints at Chelsea departure
Frank Lampard suggests that he could be leaving Chelsea in the near future.
Dec 14, 00:35
Chelsea players celebrate in their Club World Cup semi-final against Monterrey on December 13, 2012
Live Commentary: Monterrey 1-3 Chelsea - as it happened
Sports Mole brings you live updates from Chelsea's semi-final against Monterrey in the Club World Cup in Japan.
Dec 13, 10:00
Chelsea's David Luiz takes a penalty on December 5, 2012
Team News: Rafael Benitez names strong Chelsea lineup with David Luiz in midfield
David Luiz moves into midfield for Chelsea's Club World Cup semi-final against Monterrey in Japan as manager Rafael Benitez fields a strong side.
Dec 13, 09:36
Gary Cahill celebrates scoring Chelsea's second
Gary Cahill reveals Rafael Benitez changes
Gary Cahill admits that adjusting to Rafael Benitez's focus on defensive awareness and tactics in training has been a culture shock to Chelsea players.
Dec 13, 04:43
Watford manager Gianfranco Zola shouts out to his players on December 1, 2012
Gianfranco Zola rejects Chelsea speculation
Watford boss Gianfranco Zola denies reports linking him with a move back to former club Chelsea.
Dec 12, 20:05
Rafa Benitez instructs his Chelsea boys on December 1, 2012
Rafael Benitez planning strong lineup for Club World Cup match
Rafael Benitez insists that he will name the strongest Chelsea team possible to take on Monterrey tomorrow.
Dec 12, 15:52
Gary Cahill celebrates scoring Chelsea's second
Chelsea's Gary Cahill: 'Wins will change fans' opinions of Rafael Benitez'
Chelsea defender Gary Cahill believes that racking up victories will help interim boss Rafael Benitez win over the supporters.
Dec 12, 11:57
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