Willian of Chelsea in action during his side's Premier League clash with Southampton at St Mary's on October 30, 2016
Willian shines as Chelsea thump Hull City in FA Cup fifth round
Willian scores a brace as Chelsea march into the sixth round of the FA Cup following a resounding 4-0 victory over visitors Hull City at Stamford Bridge.
Feb 16, 21:51
Chelsea winger Willian shoots at goal during his side's EFL Cup semi-final with Arsenal at the Emirates Stadium on January 24, 2018
Chelsea attacker Willian 'dreams of Real Madrid, Barcelona'
Chelsea attacker Willian admits that "everybody's dream" is to one day represent Real Madrid or Barcelona.
Feb 16, 19:54
Eden Hazard in action during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Leicester City on January 13, 2018
Team News: Eden Hazard absent from Chelsea squad for FA Cup tie
Eden Hazard is not included in Chelsea's squad to face Hull City in the FA Cup, as Antonio Conte makes six changes to his starting lineup.
Feb 16, 19:04
Olivier Giroud in action for Chelsea on February 5, 2018
Eden Hazard: 'Olivier Giroud a great target man for Chelsea'
Eden Hazard describes new teammate Olivier Giroud as a "great target man" who can bring the best out of Chelsea's other attacking talents.
Feb 14, 12:07
Olivier Giroud in action for Chelsea on February 5, 2018
Team News: Olivier Giroud starts for Chelsea, Alvaro Morata on bench
Olivier Giroud is given his first Chelsea start in the Premier League fixture with West Bromwich Albion, while Alvaro Morata is selected on the bench.
Feb 12, 19:02
Antonio Conte celebrates during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Newcastle United on December 2, 2017
Preview:Chelsea vs. West Bromwich Albion - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole provides predicted lineups, team news and a full match preview of West Bromwich Albion's trip to defending Premier League champions Chelsea.
Feb 9, 14:52
Troy Deeney of Watford scores a goal from the penalty spot against Chelsea on February 5, 2018
Ten-man Chelsea suffer heavy defeat at Watford
Champions Chelsea lose 4-1 away to Watford in the Premier League as the pressure on manager Antonio Conte continues to grow.
Feb 5, 21:57
New teammates Olivier Giroud and Alvaro Morata sit side by side during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Bournemouth on January 31, 2018
Team News: Olivier Giroud on bench for Chelsea
Chelsea head coach Antonio Conte names January signing Olivier Giroud on the bench for the Premier League fixture at Watford.
Feb 5, 19:02
Richarlison in action during the Premier League game between Southampton and Watford on September 9, 2017
Watford forward Richarlison: 'Chelsea midfielder Willian gives me advice'
Watford forward Richarlison says that Chelsea midfielder Willian gives him frequent advice on how to score more goals in the Premier League.
Feb 5, 16:41
Michy Batshuayi nabs the second during the EFL Cup game between Chelsea and Nottingham Forest on September 20, 2017
Antonio Conte plays down talk of imminent Michy Batshuayi exit
Antonio Conte suggests that Michy Batshuayi will not be leaving Chelsea on deadline day, potentially affecting Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang's proposed switch to Arsenal.
Jan 30, 14:47
Antonio Conte gives instructions during the Premier League game between Liverpool and Chelsea on November 25, 2017
Team News: Four changes for Chelsea against Newcastle United
Chelsea manager Antonio Conte makes four changes as the Blues take on Newcastle United in the FA Cup.
Jan 28, 12:33
Antonio Conte watches on intently during the Premier League game between Crystal Palace and Chelsea on October 14, 2017
Chelsea trio Thibaut Courtois, Willian, Alvaro Morata to miss FA Cup tie
Chelsea head coach Antonio Conte says that Thibaut Courtois, Willian and Alvaro Morata will all play no part of the FA Cup tie with Newcastle United.
Jan 26, 13:42
Chelsea midfielder Ross Barkley in action during his side's EFL Cup semi-final with Arsenal at the Emirates Stadium on January 24, 2018
Cesar Azpilicueta: 'Ross Barkley on right path at Chelsea'
Cesar Azpilicueta believes that Ross Barkley will grow into his role at Chelsea following a largely ineffective debut, and hopes to see more new recruits follow.
Jan 25, 17:59
Chelsea winger Willian shoots at goal during his side's EFL Cup semi-final with Arsenal at the Emirates Stadium on January 24, 2018
Chelsea boss Antonio Conte: "Willian injury was decisive"
Chelsea boss Antonio Conte says that the "forced" introduction of Ross Barkley played a big part in his side's 2-1 defeat to Arsenal at the Emirates Stadium.
Jan 25, 10:46
Arsenal midfielder Granit Xhaka scores the winner in his side's EFL Cup semi-final with Chelsea at the Emirates Stadium on January 24, 2018
Arsenal down Chelsea to reach EFL Cup final
Arsenal book their place in the final of the EFL Cup courtesy of a 2-1 win over Chelsea in their semi-final second leg at the Emirates Stadium.
Jan 24, 21:54
Willian celebrates scoring the Blues' first during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Sunderland on May 21, 2017
Willian: 'Chelsea don't like losing to Arsenal'
Chelsea midfielder Willian says that the Blues "don't like losing to Arsenal" ahead of the meeting between the clubs in the EFL Cup on Wednesday.
Jan 24, 13:40
Antonio Conte watches on intently during the Premier League game between Crystal Palace and Chelsea on October 14, 2017
Can Chelsea build on display against Barcelona?
Chelsea impressed against Barcelona in their Champions League clash on Tuesday, but can Antonio Conte's side build on that display against Manchester United?
Jan 22, 09:19
Eden Hazard in action during the Premier League game between West Ham United and Chelsea on December 9, 2017
Eden Hazard-inspired Chelsea blow away Brighton & Hove Albion
Man-of-the-match Eden Hazard scores twice as Chelsea beat Brighton & Hove Albion 4-0 at the Amex Stadium for their first Premier League win of 2018.
Jan 20, 14:24
Antonio Conte gives instructions during the Premier League game between Liverpool and Chelsea on November 25, 2017
Live Commentary: Brighton & Hove Albion 0-4 Chelsea - as it happened
Relive Chelsea's 4-0 victory over Brighton & Hove Albion as Eden Hazard starred at the Amex Stadium, courtesy of Sports Mole's minute-by-minute updates.
Jan 20, 11:30
Alvaro Morata complains during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Manchester United on November 5, 2017
Antonio Conte: Alvaro Morata will learn from "stupid" sending-off
Chelsea manager Antonio Conte says that Alvaro Morata must learn to avoid the "stupid problem" of disagreeing with refs after being shown a red card against Norwich City.
Jan 19, 18:22
Alvaro Morata celebrates with Pedro after scoring during the Premier League game between Stoke City and Chelsea on September 23, 2017
Chelsea boss Antonio Conte: 'Pedro dived against Norwich City'
Chelsea head coach Antonio Conte admits that Pedro 'dived' to try to win a penalty against Norwich City on Wednesday night.
Jan 19, 14:23
Antonio Conte watches on intently during the Premier League game between Crystal Palace and Chelsea on October 14, 2017
Preview:Brighton & Hove Albion vs. Chelsea – prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole provides the team news, lineups and a full preview of Saturday's Premier League clash between Brighton & Hove Albion and Chelsea.
Jan 18, 16:06
Antonio Conte shouts orders during the Premier League game between Bournemouth and Chelsea on October 28, 2017
Chelsea manager Antonio Conte: 'VAR must improve'
Antonio Conte is unhappy with the use of VAR in English football, claiming that it did not prevent a "big mistake" from being made in Chelsea's win over Norwich City.
Jan 18, 12:36
Antonio Conte celebrates during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Newcastle United on December 2, 2017
Chelsea through on pens after being pushed by Norwich City
Chelsea have two men sent off in extra time but battle away to a penalty shootout win over Norwich City, having been held 1-1 at Stamford Bridge.
Jan 17, 22:48
Thibaut Courtois makes a save during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Leicester City on January 13, 2018
Chelsea held again as Leicester City claim Stamford Bridge point
Chelsea drop further points in the Premier League title race as they are held to a 0-0 draw by Leicester City at Stamford Bridge.
Jan 13, 16:52
Antonio Conte celebrates during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Newcastle United on December 2, 2017
Preview:Chelsea vs. Leicester City – prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole provides the team news, lineups and a full preview of Saturday's Premier League clash between Chelsea and Leicester City.
Jan 11, 16:28
Eden Hazard scores from the spot past Petr Cech during the Premier League game between Arsenal and Chelsea on January 3, 2018
Team News: Alvaro Morata, Eden Hazard paired in attack for Chelsea
Alvaro Morata and Eden Hazard are paired in attack for Chelsea's EFL Cup semi-final first leg against Arsenal, as Antonio Conte makes nine changes in all.
Jan 10, 19:04
Chelsea manager Antonio Conte on the sidelines in the match against Burnley on February 12, 2017
Norwich City hold Chelsea in FA Cup
Norwich City hold Chelsea to a goalless draw in Saturday evening's third-round FA Cup tie at Carrow Road.
Jan 6, 19:27
Willian celebrates scoring the Blues' first during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Sunderland on May 21, 2017
Willian: 'I am very happy at Chelsea'
Midfielder Willian says that he is "very happy" at Chelsea, despite reports linking him with a move to either Manchester United or Palmeiras.
Jan 2, 16:21
Alvaro Morata holds off Laurent Koscielny during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Arsenal on September 17, 2017
Combined XI: Arsenal vs. Chelsea
Ahead of the London derby between Arsenal and Chelsea, Sports Mole selects the strongest combined XI from both squads.
Jan 2, 16:15
Mark Hughes reacts during the Premier League game between Stoke City and Bournemouth on October 21, 2017
Mark Hughes reflects on "difficult day"
Stoke City manager Mark Hughes laments "a difficult day" after his side are swept aside 5-0 by champions Chelsea at Stamford Bridge.
Dec 30, 19:01
Antonio Rudiger celebrates with teammates after scoring during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Stoke City on December 30, 2017
Chelsea put five past sorry Stoke City
Chelsea end 2017 in style with a 5-0 thrashing of hapless Stoke City at Stamford Bridge, with five different players on the scoresheet for the Blues.
Dec 30, 16:55
Antonio Conte celebrates during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Newcastle United on December 2, 2017
Team News: Three changes for Chelsea against Stoke City
Antonio Conte makes three changes to his Chelsea side as the Blues welcome Stoke City this afternoon.
Dec 30, 14:03
Danny Drinkwater celebrates with Willian after scoring the second during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Stoke City on December 30, 2017
Live Commentary: Chelsea 5-0 Stoke City - as it happened
Relive how Chelsea signed off 2017 with an emphatic 5-0 win over Stoke City, courtesy of Sports Mole's minute-by-minute updates from Stamford Bridge.
Dec 30, 14:00
Michy Batshuayi nabs the second during the EFL Cup game between Chelsea and Nottingham Forest on September 20, 2017
Antonio Conte: 'I do not have to explain Michy Batshuayi snub'
Antonio Conte is happy with the performance of his attacking players against Everton, as he defends his decision to again overlook recognised striker Michy Batshuayi.
Dec 23, 20:37
Everton manager Sam Allardyce at the Premier League match against Chelsea on December 23, 2017
Sam Allardyce satisfied with point in Chelsea stalemate
Sam Allardyce hails Everton's "hard-earned" goalless draw with Chelsea and declared himself satisfied with a point in Saturday's Premier League meeting at Goodison Park.
Dec 23, 14:54
Everton manager Sam Allardyce at the Premier League match against Chelsea on December 23, 2017
Chelsea frustrated by Everton in Goodison Park stalemate
Chelsea miss out on the chance to draw level on points with Manchester United in second, having being held to a goalless draw by Everton at Goodison Park.
Dec 23, 14:22
Everton striker Wayne Rooney celebrates scoring during his side's Europa League clash with Apollon Limassol at Goodison Park on September 28, 2017
Team News: Wayne Rooney misses out for Everton
Wayne Rooney is not named in Everton's 18-man squad for the Premier League fixture with Chelsea at Goodison Park.
Dec 23, 11:33
Jose Mourinho applauds during the Premier League game between Manchester United and Newcastle United on November 18, 2017
Manchester United target young Ajax striker Justin Kluivert?
Manchester United are reportedly contemplating an approach for Ajax striker Justin Kluivert, the son of legendary Dutch forward Patrick.
Dec 23, 10:11
Borussia Dortmund midfielder Christian Pulisic reacts to a missed chance during his side's Champions League Group H clash with Tottenham Hotspur at Wembley on September 13, 2017
Manchester United considering move for Borussia Dortmund's Christian Pulisic?
Manchester United reportedly identify Borussia Dortmund winger Christian Pulisic as a possible transfer target for the summer.
Dec 22, 10:59
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