Callum Hudson-Odoi pictured for Chelsea on August 11, 2021
How Chelsea could line up against Aston Villa
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Chelsea could line up for Wednesday's EFL Cup third-round clash with Aston Villa.
Sep 20, 22:06
Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel looks on on September 11, 2021
Preview:Chelsea vs. Aston Villa - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Wednesday's EFL Cup clash between Chelsea and Aston Villa, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Sep 20, 13:28
Real Madrid forward Vinicius Junior pictured in December 2020
Three young stars who have started the season on fire
Sports Mole takes a look at three young stars who have started the new season in style in Europe's top leagues.
Sep 20, 12:24
Chelsea's Thiago Silva celebrates scoring against Tottenham Hotspur on September 19, 2021
Chelsea changes pay second-half dividends as Blues brush aside Tottenham
Thiago Silva, N'Golo Ngolo Kante and Antonio Rudiger all scored after the break in the 3-0 win.
Sep 19, 17:43
Inter Milan's Lautaro Martinez celebrates scoring their second goal with teammates on September 12, 2021
Arsenal, Tottenham Hotspur 'dealt Lautaro Martinez contract blow'
Lautaro Martinez is reportedly poised to pen a new deal with Inter Milan until the summer of 2025, and the contract does not include a release clause.
Sep 18, 22:58
Inter Milan's Milan Skriniar celebrates scoring against Genoa on August 21, 2021
Chelsea 'dealt major blow in Milan Skriniar pursuit'
Chelsea-linked defender Milan Skriniar is reportedly set to put pen to paper on a new deal with Inter Milan until the summer of 2025.
Sep 18, 22:33
England's Harry Kane celebrates scoring against Poland on September 8, 2021
Thomas Tuchel confirms Harry Kane Chelsea talks
Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel reveals that talks were held over a possible move for Harry Kane, but the Tottenham Hotspur man was "never that close" to joining.
Sep 17, 22:20
Chelsea's Romelu Lukaku celebrates scoring their first goal on September 14, 2021
How Chelsea could line up against Tottenham Hotspur
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Chelsea could line up for Sunday's Premier League clash with Tottenham Hotspur.
Sep 17, 09:24
Chelsea's Romelu Lukaku celebrates scoring their first goal on September 14, 2021
Preview:Tottenham Hotspur vs. Chelsea - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Sunday's Premier League clash between Tottenham Hotspur and Chelsea, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Sep 17, 09:05
Borussia Dortmund's Erling Braut Haaland celebrates after scoring their second goal on September 11, 2021
Football rumours: Timo Werner eyed as possible replacement for Erling Haaland
There is mounting speculation Erling Braut Haaland will leave Borussia Dortmund next summer.
Sep 17, 06:27
Inter Milan's Lautaro Martinez celebrates scoring their second goal with teammates on September 12, 2021
Preview:Inter Milan vs. Bologna - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Serie A clash between Inter Milan and Bologna, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Sep 16, 18:10
Everton's Dominic Calvert-Lewin celebrates scoring their second goal with teammates on August 28, 2021
Preview:Aston Villa vs. Everton - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Premier League clash between Aston Villa and Everton, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Sep 16, 14:59
Chelsea's Timo Werner celebrates scoring against West Ham United in the Premier League on April 24, 2021
Borussia Dortmund considering Timo Werner as Erling Haaland replacement?
Borussia Dortmund are reportedly considering making a move for Chelsea striker Timo Werner if Erling Haaland leaves the club next summer.
Sep 16, 12:22
Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel on September 14, 2021
'Super humble' Romelu Lukaku offers more than just goals, says Thomas Tuchel
Romelu Lukaku netted the winner against Zenit St Petersburg on Tuesday.
Sep 15, 11:27
Chelsea midfielder N'Golo Kante lifts the Champions League trophy on May 29, 2021
Chelsea team news: Injury, suspension list vs. Tottenham Hotspur
Sports Mole rounds up Chelsea's injury and suspension news ahead of Sunday's Premier League clash with Tottenham Hotspur.
Sep 15, 07:45
Inter Milan's Lautaro Martinez celebrates scoring their second goal with teammates on September 12, 2021
Arsenal, Spurs 'failed with summer bids for Inter Milan's Lautaro Martinez'
Arsenal, Atletico Madrid and Tottenham Hotspur reportedly all failed with bids for Inter Milan's Lautaro Martinez this summer.
Sep 14, 22:45
Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel on September 14, 2021
Thomas Tuchel praises 'world-class' Romelu Lukaku after narrow Chelsea victory
The striker hit the only goal in the 1-0 win in the Champions League at Stamford Bridge.
Sep 14, 22:07
Young Boys players celebrate after the match on September 14, 2021
Young Boys stun 10-man Manchester United with late victory
United full-back Aaron Wan-Bissaka was sent off in the 35th minute.
Sep 14, 21:14
Chelsea's Romelu Lukaku celebrates scoring their first goal on September 14, 2021
Romelu Lukaku breaks the deadlock as champions Chelsea open up defence with win
The Belgian striker scored the only goal in a 1-0 victory at Stamford Bridge.
Sep 14, 21:02
Chelsea's Romelu Lukaku celebrates scoring their first goal on September 11, 2021
Joe Cole tips Romelu Lukaku to lead Chelsea to Champions League title
Joe Cole believes summer signing Romelu Lukaku could fire his former side Chelsea to a second successive Champions League title this season.
Sep 14, 18:29
Newcastle United's Callum Wilson after being substituted due to injury in February 2021
Newcastle United games Callum Wilson could miss through injury
Sports Mole takes a look at the games Newcastle United forward Callum Wilson could miss through his quad injury.
Sep 14, 12:45
Chelsea's Timo Werner celebrates scoring against West Ham United in the Premier League on April 24, 2021
Bayern Munich set to make January transfer bid for Chelsea's Timo Werner?
Bayern Munich are reportedly interested in signing Chelsea forward Timo Werner as they look to provide some cover for Robert Lewandowski.
Sep 14, 10:32
Manchester United's Cristiano Ronaldo celebrates scoring against Newcastle United on September 11, 2021
Premier League Team of the Week - Cristiano Ronaldo, Wilfried Zaha, Paul Pogba
Sports Mole selects its Premier League Team of the Week for gameweek four, including Cristiano Ronaldo, Wilfried Zaha and Paul Pogba.
Sep 14, 09:29
Inter Milan's Milan Skriniar celebrates scoring against Genoa on August 21, 2021
Romelu Lukaku 'recommends Inter Milan duo to Chelsea'
Romelu Lukaku reportedly recommends Chelsea to sign two of his former Inter Milan teammates Alessandro Bastoni and Milan Skriniar.
Sep 13, 17:45
Spain attacker Dani Olmo pictured at Euro 2020 on July 6, 2021
Football rumours: Manchester United to throw hat in the ring for Dani Olmo
Meanwhile, Chelsea are reportedly gearing up to potentially trade Timo Werner to Bayern Munich for Leroy Sane.
Sep 13, 06:16
Chelsea midfielder Jorginho pictured on August 22, 2021
How Chelsea could line up against Zenit St Petersburg
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Chelsea could line up for Tuesday's Champions League clash with Zenit St Petersburg.
Sep 12, 18:58
Chelsea's Saul Niguez on September 11, 2021
Saul Niguez reacts to 'unexpected' Chelsea debut against Aston Villa
Chelsea midfielder Saul Niguez takes to social media to react to his 'unexpected' debut for the Blues against Aston Villa after a poor opening 45 minutes.
Sep 12, 17:38
Chelsea's Romelu Lukaku on August 28, 2021
Preview:Chelsea vs. Zenit St Petersburg - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Tuesday's Champions League clash between Chelsea and Zenit St Petersburg, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Sep 12, 14:42
Everton manager Rafael Benitez on August 28, 2021
Rafael Benitez pleased with Everton start but believes best is still to come
The Toffees have picked up seven points from their opening three matches.
Sep 12, 08:00
Chelsea's Romelu Lukaku celebrates scoring their first goal on September 11, 2021
Graeme Souness: 'Man United could live to regret Lukaku decision'
Graeme Souness believes that Manchester United may end up regretting their decision to sell Romelu Lukaku to Inter Milan two years ago.
Sep 11, 22:45
Chelsea's Romelu Lukaku celebrates scoring their first goal on September 11, 2021
Thomas Tuchel hails Romelu Lukaku as the difference as Chelsea beat Aston Villa
Belgium hitman Romelu Lukaku fired a fine double for his first Stamford Bridge goals, as the Blues swept past Aston Villa 3-0 in west London.
Sep 11, 19:51
Chelsea's Romelu Lukaku celebrates scoring their first goal on September 11, 2021
Romelu Lukaku nets first Stamford Bridge goals as Chelsea see off Aston Villa
Mateo Kovacic teed up Romelu Lukaku's opener then later punished Tyrone Mings' loose back-pass for a goal of his own.
Sep 11, 18:39
Manchester United's Cristiano Ronaldo celebrates scoring against Newcastle United on September 11, 2021
Ronaldo and Lukaku on target, Crouch has leg issues - Saturday's sporting social
We look at some of the best examples from social on September 11.
Sep 11, 17:04
Chelsea's Romelu Lukaku on August 28, 2021
Romelu Lukaku out to end Stamford Bridge duck for Chelsea
Romelu Lukaku could score his first-ever Stamford Bridge goal at the 15th attempt when Chelsea play host to Aston Villa on Saturday evening.
Sep 11, 11:32
Chelsea's Timo Werner celebrates scoring against West Ham United in the Premier League on April 24, 2021
Chelsea 'open to Leroy Sane, Timo Werner swap deal with Bayern Munich'
Chelsea are reportedly lining up a swap deal with Bayern Munich next summer, which would see Timo Werner head back to Germany and Leroy Sane return to England.
Sep 11, 09:27
Jules Kounde pictured in March 2021
Thomas Tuchel confirms Chelsea's failed move for Jules Kounde
Thomas Tuchel admits that Chelsea attempted a failed move to sign Sevilla centre-back Jules Kounde in the transfer window.
Sep 10, 22:41
Chelsea's Romelu Lukaku celebrates scoring against Arsenal in the Premier League on August 22, 2021
Team News: Chelsea vs. Aston Villa injury, suspension list, predicted XIs
Sports Mole rounds up all of the latest injury and suspension news ahead of Saturday's Premier League clash between Chelsea and Aston Villa.
Sep 10, 16:30
A distraught Timo Werner on June 29, 2021
Thomas Tuchel: 'Timo Werner must fight for starting role at Chelsea'
Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel challenges Timo Werner to fight for a starting role at Stamford Bridge.
Sep 10, 13:53
Chelsea's Romelu Lukaku on August 28, 2021
Thomas Tuchel provides Romelu Lukaku fitness update ahead of Aston Villa clash
Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel says that Romelu Lukaku will be available for Saturday's Premier League clash with Aston Villa.
Sep 10, 12:54
Chelsea's Romelu Lukaku on August 28, 2021
How Chelsea could line up against Aston Villa
Sports Mole looks at how Chelsea could line up in Saturday's Premier League clash with Aston Villa.
Sep 9, 14:21
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