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Detailed coverage of Chelsea football club and its players, including match reports, transfers, transfer rumours, kits and general football news.

We also have sections on Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho (including a dedicated Jose Mourinho quotes page), Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich and Chelsea players Andriy Shevchenko and Frank Lampard.

Football’s Greatest War Heroes

Football’s Greatest War Heroes

With Remembrance Sunday having just occurred a few days ago, we reflect on the men who gave their lives to their countries as well as giving their all on the football pitch. Their bravery on the field of play has been superseded by their courage and character on the field of battle even though some…

England: John Terry no longer needed

England: John Terry no longer needed

England face Sweden at Wembley on Tuesday as Fabio Capello looks to sign off 2011 in a flourish. On Saturday England claimed a deserved 1-0 victory against, World Champions Spain, which will be remembered as one of the highlights of a successful year for the Three Lions. At the weekend England faced the daunting prospect…

The beautiful game in black and white; the stats behind 2011-12 campaign

The beautiful game in black and white; the stats behind 2011-12 campaign

In any game of football luck is a key issue in the outcome; refereeing decisions, the bounce of the ball and a lick of paint all have the ability to make or break your team’s fortunes in a split second. However it is no coincidence that Manchester City are top of the English Premier League…

Man City the odds-on EPL title favorite, but watch out for Spurs

Man City the odds-on EPL title favorite, but watch out for Spurs

Manchester United have been a dominant force in the English Premier League era, winning an amazing 12 titles in 19 seasons. Four of those titles have come in the last five seasons, including last season, when they beat out Manchester City and Chelsea by nine points. So, it was no surprise that coming into this…

Liverpool Agony – The Ineffective £71 Million Talent

Liverpool Agony – The Ineffective £71 Million Talent

A strong finish last season under the legend Kenny Dalglish and the injection of money by the owners to add talent in Liverpool’s squad reignited hope amongst the supporters that the club is back to winning ways. Nevertheless four draws at Anfield in six games and Liverpool are struggling to beat the promoted sides when…

Wigan Woes Continue in ’6-Pointer’ Clash

Wigan Woes Continue in ’6-Pointer’ Clash

Halloween may have come and gone, but Wigan Athletic’s form remains scary. After the Latics’ 3-1 away loss to fellow strugglers Wolverhampton Wanderers, the losing streak has stretched to eight Premier League games. With a potentially brutal Christmas period (Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool and Manchester United), Wigan will certainly be hoping for early gifts against Blackburn…

Premier League Weekend Preview: Easy games for Arsenal, Chelsea, Man Utd & Liverpool

Premier League Weekend Preview: Easy games for Arsenal, Chelsea, Man Utd & Liverpool

The big clubs of England play the minnows this weekend with odds largely in favor of the giants formerly known as the ‘top 4′. Here’s a look at the betting situation heading into the Matchday 11 of the English Premier League. Arsenal v West Brom Arsenal are on a roll and the bookmakers have taken…

Arsenal speeds into fifth gear

What a start to the season for Arsenal's number 10. (Getty Images.)

The Arsene Wenger philosophy has been much criticised and maligned this season. Some will so say rightly so, and others will defend the Arsenal manager. Yet Saturday’s result against Chelsea has shown that Arsenal and their manager have grown a new skin. Wenger was bold at Stamford Bridge, and did not hesitate to dismantle the attacking chemistry…

Premier League Weekend Preview: London derby at Stamford Bridge & United to visit Everton

Premier League Weekend Preview: London derby at Stamford Bridge & United to visit Everton

Two terrific big clashes to look forward on Saturday, with Everton playing host to Manchester United and Chelsea and Arsenal going head-to-head in the London derby. Everton v Manchester United First to kick-off at midday will the the game at Goodison, where in the words of Sir Alex Ferguson United must “kick-on” following last week’s…

The Top Footballing Feuds

The Top Footballing Feuds

It seems that footballers have been at each other throats for the past 10 days. We have had handbags, abusive comments, slaps and theatrics up and down the country.  These tête à têtes however will have to go some way to match: Roy Keane v Patrick Viera Very few feuds can match the rivalry between…