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Thibaut Courtois – 3 ways Real Madrid is better than Chelsea

Thibaut Courtois - Real Madrid is better than Chelsea in these three ways Belgium international and Chelsea turn Real Madrid goalkeeper, Thibaut Courtois forced his move away from Stamford Bridge in the summer transfer window as he refused to resume for training. The Blues had to accede to the transfer since he was keen on leaving Chelsea. Courtois move to Real Madrid saw Matteo Kovacic leaving Spain for Chelsea, where he has been spectacular. Well, ever since joining Real Madrid, last weekend was Thibaut Courtois first debut for the Los … [Read more...]

Maurizio Sarri releases Chelsea 25 man list for the 2018/19 EPL season 

Coach Sarri Maurizio releases Chelsea 25 man list for the 2018/19 EPL season Chelsea have undergone a change in the system under former Napoli coach, Sarri Maurizio, who joined the Blues after the sack of Antonio Conte. And so far this season, Chelsea have been able to maintain a 100 percent win in four games already and closing in on Liverpool as one of the contenders for the 2018 world cup. Well, new report have made it known that Sarri has submitted his 25 man list for the 2018/2019 EPL season. The list is usually presented every … [Read more...]

Drogba announces return to Chelsea

40-year-old Chelsea legend, Didier Drogba has announced his return to Chelsea football club as an ambassador for shirt sponsors Yokohama Tyres. The deal with Yokohama is part of their new 'Drive for More' initiative and the campaign will run across India, France, Malaysia, Spain, Vietnam and Portugal. The ex Chelsea point man will also have a forum with Chelsea supporters as well as Yokohama customers who he will rub minds with. Speaking on this latest collaboration, he said: 'Chelsea has been a huge part of my life and career, and I am so … [Read more...]

‘Behind the scene video’ – How Chelsea celebrated win against Bournemouth 

Video: How Chelsea celebrated forth win over Bournemouth Like the saying goes, there is time for everything on earth, a time to be serious and a time to have fun. In fact, all work and no play will make Chelsea players dull. Well, the Blues have taken their fourth win celebrations over Bournemouth to another dimension. Taking a look at the video, we can't help but wonder what will happen at Stamford Bridge should Chelsea lift the English Premier League this season. This is a behind the scenes celebration and it is nice to see excitement … [Read more...]

‘I am ready’ – Star player ready to fight for his position under Sarri 

Oliver Giroud ready to fight for his position and an extension at Chelsea under Sarri Chelsea striker and France international, Oliver Giroud in a latest statement made it known that he is ready to fight for his position under new coach, Sarri Maurizio. Oliver Giroud, who joined Chelsea from Arsenal under Ex coach Antonio Conte to serve as a replacement for Michy Batshuayi and Álvaro Morata’s backup, had been a regular last season for the Blues. The ex-Arsenal striker was highly favoured over Morata under Conte as the Italian coach saw Morata … [Read more...]

Arsenal legend – Chelsea will struggle without this player

Paul Merson says Chelsea will struggle without Eden Hazard So far in the new EPL season, Chelsea FC have maintained a 100 percent win having defeated the likes of Huddersfield, Arsenal, Newcastle and recently Bournemouth. The Blues are now closing in on the likes of Liverpool and Man City as they become one of the major contenders for the EPL trophy this season. However, Arsenal legend, Paul Merson in a statement disclosed that there is one major player making the Blues achieve all of these. Paul Merson stressed that the Blues will … [Read more...]

Star player confirms he would have left Chelsea if Antonio Conte had remain coach, read why he stayed 

David Luiz confirms he would have left Chelsea if Antonio Conte had remain coach, see why he stayed It seems ex Chelsea coach, Antonio Conte didn't only have issues with the club board but also with the players especially senior players. Most of the players have indicated that, had the Italian remain as the Blues coach they would have left. Some of the senior players who would have moved away from Stamford Bridge include, Willian, Alvaro Morata, Eden Hazard and Kante. But recently Brazil international and Chelsea defender, David Luiz … [Read more...]

Eden Hazard! These two Chelsea players are different 

Eden Hazard says these two Chelsea midfielders are different Chelsea top rated striker and Belgium international, Eden Hazard is happy at Stamford Bridge especially after he secured his second goal over the weekend in a match against Bournemouth at Stamford Bridge. The Belgium international was close to leaving Chelsea for Spanish, Real Madrid in the summer transfer window that closed in August. Eden Hazard, who led his home country, Belgium to a third place in the 2018 World Cup tournament hosted by Russia had said he will leave … [Read more...]

‘Forget about starting for Chelsea this season’ – Legend advises 22-year-old star

Alan Smith advises 23-year-old star to forget about starting for the Blues this season New coach, Sarri Maurizio has maintained a 100% win for the Blues this season. With the look of things at Stamford Bridge, Sarri is already getting his acts together and very soon will understand and choose the players that will make up the Blues first eleven. Chelsea midfielders especially the trio of N'Golo Kante, new signing Jorginho and Real Madrid loanee, Matteo Kovacic are one of the best in the EPL currently. And if they continue to play … [Read more...]

Sarri Maurizio: ‘Cesc Fabregas injury is a bit strange but nothing serious’

Injury Update: Coach Sarri Maurizio says 31-year-old midfielder injury is a bit strange but nothing serious The Blues under Sarri Maurizio so far have not seen much players on injury except for one senior team midfielder, Cesc Fabregas. Fabregas has been out of form for Chelsea since the beginning of the new 2018/19 season. The 31-year-old Spain international only played for the Blues during the preseason tour which lead to his sustained a knee injury. Why Mourinho is Pogba's problem, France legend And since then he is yet to return … [Read more...]

Record Broken! What Antonio Conte failed at, but Sarri has achieved 

See what Antonio Conte failed a, but Sarri has achieved Chelsea FC are really different altogether this season especially with the arrival of new coach, Sarri Maurizio at the club. The Blues, who had finished fifth on the EPL table last season are moving in a new direction that will see them as one of the strongest club in England. Ex Napoli coach brought his Tiki Taka also known as Sarri Ball style to Stamford Bridge and so far it has been yielding good results. Chelsea fans are not the only one happy with their God sent coach as the … [Read more...]

Watch Callum Hudson Odoi play like Frank Lampard

Video: Do you miss Frank Lampard? You need to see this Chelsea youngster play like him The same way Man United fans can never forget their ex-star player, Cristiano Ronaldo, the same can be said of Chelsea when it comes to one of the best player ever to play at Stamford Bridge - This ex-star player is no other person than Frank Lampard. Frank Lampard during his stay at Chelsea broke some great records and won various trophies before he left Stamford Bridge. Well,  Lampard has retired from playing football but he is into coaching and he is the … [Read more...]

Eden Hazard shades Jose Mourinho, says he’s enjoying football under Sarri but remains coy over his future at Stamford Bridge 

Eden Hazard shades Jose Mourinho says he is enjoying football under Sarri but remains coy over his future at Stamford Bridge Chelsea striker and Belgium international, Eden Hazard is having the best of the moment in the English Premier League. Hazard disclosed in a statement that he is happy with the new style of play under new coach Sarri Maurizio. The Belgium international hinted that he gets more ball at the club now. Chelsea new coach, Sarri Maurizio has changed the playing pattern of the Blues so far this season. 'I prefer … [Read more...]

Hazard leaves Chelsea on loan alongside another Belgium international 

23-year-old star leaves Chelsea on loan for Belgium league alongside another Belgium international New report have made it known that Chelsea 23 year old forward, Kylian Hazard, have once again left Stamford Bridge on loan. The 23-year-old attacking striker has made a return to his home country, Belgium league, where he will now play for Brugge football club. Kylian Hazard is a younger brother of Chelsea top forward and Belgium international, Eden Hazard. £200,000-weekly star offers to teach Chelsea midfielder how to score … [Read more...]

Video: Ross Barkley shows off skills during training ahead Bournemouth match 

Video: Chelsea midfielder, Ross Barkley shows off skills during training ahead of match against Bournemouth Chelsea midfielder and England international, Ross Barkley, was only recently being praised by fellow teammate and retired Nigeria star, Victor Moses. Moses in a statement acknowledged the performance of the English midfielder since the commencement of the new season. Done deal! Liverpool confirm move for Chelsea star Good News - Club Agree To Sell £70M Manchester United Target However, it looks as if there are more Ross Barkley … [Read more...]

Injury Update: When will Cesc Fabregas and Marco van Ginkel resume at Stamford Bridge?

Injury Update: When will Cesc Fabregas and Marco van Ginkel resume at Stamford Bridge? Chelsea so far have been doing excellently since the arrival of new coach, Sarri Maurizio at Stamford Bridge. The Blues, who had suffered a 2 - 1 defeat in the hands of EPL toppers, Manchester City in the Community Shield games have dusted it off. Since the commencement of the 2018/19  EPL season, Chelsea had defeated Huddersfield, Arsenal and recently, Newcastle with 9 points already to their name. The Blues will also be hoping to add another 3 … [Read more...]

Europa League: See the clubs Chelsea will play in Group L, an easy win? 

Europa League: See the clubs with Chelsea in Group L, an easy win? Chelsea football club will be participating in the Europa League once again having last participated in 2012/2013 football season under coach Rafa Benitez (Now Newcastle coach.) The Blues last won the second-rated league in Europe in 2013. Legend - The departure of Abramovich will be more problematic for the Blues than keeping Hazard Well, they are participating in the league this season after they failed to qualify for the foremost league in Europe, the UEFA Champions … [Read more...]

What Chelsea 23-year-old loan player said about returning to Stamford Bridge 

What Kurt Zouma said about returning to Stamford Bridge France international and Chelsea loanee player, Kurt Zouma in a recent statement have made it known that he will return to Chelsea at the end of the ongoing season in June 2019. Kurt Zouma, who currently plays at Everton disclosed he wants to return to Chelsea and fight for his place in the senior team. Blues to adapt completely to 'Sarri Ball' by October The 23-year-old centre-half despite his injury had been a regular for the senior team under former coach Antonio Conte, with 71 … [Read more...]

Carabao match fixtures released, Liverpool vs Chelsea is the biggest game

Carabao match fixtures released, Liverpool vs Chelsea is the biggest game A week after the International holiday, Chelsea will be going to Anfield, where they will be playing against Liverpool in the Carabao League. Chelsea under a new coach Sarri Maurizio will be facing a tougher opponent, Liverpool under Jurgen Klopp. Unai Emery wins first Premier League game as Arsenal Manager The match between the two football clubs will be a must watch in September as the match is expected to take place on 25th or 26th of next month. The amazing … [Read more...]

Chelsea vs Bournemouth: United and Liverpool legend predicts the winner

Chelsea vs Bournemouth: Micheal Owen predicts the winner Micheal Owen chelsea vs Bournemouth The EPL games continue this weekend as Chelsea will be hosting Bournemouth at Stamford Bridge. Chelsea under new coach, Sarri Maurizio have had 3 straight wins with 9 points already to their name. The Blues defeated Huddersfield, Arsenal and last weekend a defensive Newcastle were defeated. Come Saturday, the Blues will play against a lesser known English club, Bournemouth and we believe it is going to be an easy win for the Blues once … [Read more...]

4 – 3 – 3 formation, Willian to start in Chelsea probable lineup vs Bournemouth

4 - 3 - 3 formation, Willian to start in Chelsea probable lineup vs Bournemouth Chelsea vs Bournemouth lineup Chelsea vs Bournemouth formation The Blues will be welcoming Bournemouth at Stamford Bridge on Saturday in the English Premier League. Chelsea so far have won their first three matches and hope to add a fourth win through Bournemouth on Saturday. Sport Analyst predicts the teams that will make it to the top four in the EPL Arsenal CEO Makes Contact With 36-year-old Manager Following Emery's Loss To Man City Why Sarri … [Read more...]

Why Chelsea passed the opportunity to sign Liverpool target Nabil Fekir

Facts from Lyon president Jean-Michel Aulas have emerged that Chelsea passed on a chance to sign the Ligue 1 side's 25-year-old attacking midfielder Nabil Fekir after the deal with Liverpool for the player's signature collapsed. The French international midfielder who was highly sought after by Liverpool before the beginning of the new season saw his dreams of moving to Anfield crash after the Merseyside club tried to restructure their previously agreed deal with Lyon following concerns about his medicals. This obviously did not go down well with … [Read more...]

Video: Marcos Alonso attempts to curl ball from 200 meters away during training 

Video: Chelsea defender, Marcos Alonso attempts to curl ball from 200 meters away during training Chelsea under new Coach Sarri Maurizio has undergone tremendous changes and it is visible in the way most of Chelsea players are now playing. The ex Napoli coach is out to turn a majority of the players into goal scoring machines. Captain! He's going nowhere, interested club should stay clear  How the return of Salah and Mane changes record for Liverpool as they... Unai Emery wins first Premier League game as Arsenal Manager Earlier … [Read more...]

Angry star player and Chelsea Football club on warpath

22-year-old Ruben Loftus-Cheek, a Chelsea football club youth prodigy is irate that his loan move for this season has been blocked by the London club despite interests from French Ligue 1 giants AS Monaco and German Bundesliga outfit Shalke 04 who instead opted for Bayern Munich's Sebastian Rudy . Despite being assured by the Blues that he is in new manager Maurizio Sarri's plans this season, the midfielder has only garnered 22 minutes of football and the young man fears that his place in Gareth Southgate's squad for the upcoming Nations League … [Read more...]

Eden Hazard claims he was tired after win over Newcastle

Eden Hazard claims he was tired after win over Newcastle as he says he is still working on his fitness The Blues defeated Newcastle on Sunday despite the huge defense from the Magpies. According to the match highlights, the game was full of controversial goals and a dubious decision from the officiating referee. Chelsea had gone ahead to win the match by 2 goals to one as they now have a total of 9 points pushing them up the EPL table. Video show Man United midfielder performance during match and why the captaincy band should be taken … [Read more...]