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Manchester United’s Lisandro Martínez Career at Old Trafford Now Effectively Over After Shameless Chelsea Collapse
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Manchester United’s Lisandro Martínez Career at Old Trafford Now Effectively Over After Shameless Chelsea Collapse

Lisandro Martínez’s red card and catastrophic defending in Manchester United’s 2-0 defeat to Chelsea has sealed his fate at Old Trafford. Former Chelsea star Joe Cole has declared his United career ‘done,’ while Peter Schmeichel insists the Argentine’s behaviour and performance make him ‘unsuitable’ for the club. With his contract expiring next summer and no extension in sight, Martínez’s future now lies elsewhere—likely in Spain—after a season of self-inflicted misery.

31 Oct 2026
Breaking NewsChelseaEnglish Premier League
Chelsea vs Manchester United Preview: A Clash of Desperation and Dominance at Stamford Bridge
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Chelsea vs Manchester United Preview: A Clash of Desperation and Dominance at Stamford Bridge

Chelsea enter this weekend’s Premier League clash with Manchester United as the clear favourites, backed by Opta’s simulations and a United side teetering on the brink of historical misfortune. With Carrick’s men on the verge of a three-goal defeat in consecutive matches—a feat not seen since 1961—this could be the moment they either dig themselves deeper or find a spark. Meanwhile, Chelsea’s defensive shape and Xabi Alonso’s tactical adjustments will be scrutinised as they seek to extend their...

30 Oct 2026
ChelseaEnglish Premier LeagueManchester United
Alonso: Carabao Cup ‘Least Important’ for Chelsea as Blues Exit Liverpool in Penalty Drama
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Alonso: Carabao Cup ‘Least Important’ for Chelsea as Blues Exit Liverpool in Penalty Drama

Xabi Alonso has dismissed the Carabao Cup as a low-priority competition for Chelsea, calling it a ‘small setback’ after a dramatic fourth-round exit at Liverpool. The Blues’ focus now shifts entirely to the Premier League, where stakes are far higher.

29 Oct 2026
ChelseaEnglish Premier Leagueliverpool
Liverpool’s Carabao Cup triumph hinges on Wesley Fofana’s penalty miss as Chelsea fall to penalties
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Liverpool’s Carabao Cup triumph hinges on Wesley Fofana’s penalty miss as Chelsea fall to penalties

A dramatic penalty shootout decided Liverpool’s Carabao Cup fourth-round clash against Chelsea, with Wesley Fofana’s missed spot kick sealing Andoni Iraola’s side’s quarter-final progress. The match saw two penalties in regulation before a tense shootout delivered the result.

28 Oct 2026
Andoni IraolaCarabao CupChelsea
Liverpool’s penalty mastery seals Carabao Cup quarter-final spot as Chelsea’s defensive crisis deepens
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Liverpool’s penalty mastery seals Carabao Cup quarter-final spot as Chelsea’s defensive crisis deepens

Liverpool’s dramatic 6-5 penalty shootout victory over Chelsea in the Carabao Cup has sent the Blues into a defensive identity crisis, with Malo Gusto and Wesley Fofana’s struggles now under intense scrutiny. The match’s climax—Cody Gakpo’s decisive spot-kick after Fofana’s handling—exposed Chelsea’s vulnerabilities at a critical juncture.

28 Oct 2026
ChelseaEnglish Premier Leagueliverpool
Liverpool’s Carabao Cup triumph over Chelsea: another penalty shootout defeat for Xabi Alonso
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Liverpool’s Carabao Cup triumph over Chelsea: another penalty shootout defeat for Xabi Alonso

Liverpool secured a dramatic 6-5 Carabao Cup victory over Chelsea in a penalty shootout, marking Xabi Alonso’s third defeat as Chelsea manager at Anfield. The match, notable for two avoidable penalties and a lack of attacking flair, underscored the challenges facing both sides in this season’s cup campaign.

28 Oct 2026
ChelseaEnglish Premier Leagueliverpool
Chelsea’s Bournemouth Showdown: Seven Key Absences and Tactical Dilemmas Ahead of Saturday’s Premier League Clash
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Chelsea’s Bournemouth Showdown: Seven Key Absences and Tactical Dilemmas Ahead of Saturday’s Premier League Clash

With João Pedro, Cole Palmer, and Moises Caicedo among the potential absences, Xabi Alonso faces a tactical puzzle as Chelsea prepare to break their three-game draw streak against AFC Bournemouth. The Blues’ midfield depth, defensive structure, and attacking options hang in the balance as fitness concerns mount ahead of the London derby.

9 Oct 2026
ChelseaEnglish Premier League
Chelsea’s New Signings Edge Closer to Debuts as Alonso Tests Palestra and Emegha in Cobham Training
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Chelsea’s New Signings Edge Closer to Debuts as Alonso Tests Palestra and Emegha in Cobham Training

Marco Palestra and Emmanuel Emegha have been spotted training with Xabi Alonso at Cobham, raising hopes they could make their competitive debuts for Chelsea against Bournemouth. The international break has become a crucial period for fitness and integration as the Blues prepare for another west London showdown.

30 Sept 2026
ChelseaEnglish Premier League
Chelsea and Liverpool Target £70m Inter Defender Alessandro Bastoni in Transfer Tug-of-War
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Chelsea and Liverpool Target £70m Inter Defender Alessandro Bastoni in Transfer Tug-of-War

Chelsea and Liverpool are monitoring elite Inter centre-back Alessandro Bastoni, valued at £70m. However, enticing the defender away from the Serie A side will require far more than just a lucrative transfer fee.

26 Sept 2026
Alessandro BastoniChelseaEnglish Premier League
Chelsea Goalkeeper Hannah Hampton Sidelined as Blues Manage Widespread Injury Concerns
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Chelsea Goalkeeper Hannah Hampton Sidelined as Blues Manage Widespread Injury Concerns

Chelsea goalkeeper Hannah Hampton faces an extended spell on the sidelines after sustaining a quad injury, leaving her doubtful for the remainder of 2026 and ruling her out of upcoming international d

24 Sept 2026
Breaking NewsChelseaCole Palmer
Zinedine Zidane Names First France Squad Featuring Liverpool’s Jacquet and Five Uncapped Stars
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Zinedine Zidane Names First France Squad Featuring Liverpool’s Jacquet and Five Uncapped Stars

New France head coach Zinedine Zidane has selected five debutants, including Liverpool centre-back Jérémy Jacquet, in his inaugural 23-man squad. Kylian Mbappé remains captain as Les Bleus prepare for Nations League action.

18 Sept 2026
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Chelsea Predicted Lineup vs. Brentford: Welbeck Prepares to Lead Forward Line
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Chelsea Predicted Lineup vs. Brentford: Welbeck Prepares to Lead Forward Line

Chelsea travel to Brentford on Friday night looking to end a two-match winless Premier League run, with Danny Welbeck set to lead the line in the absence of João Pedro. The Blues drew 2–2 with H

17 Sept 2026
BrentfordChelseaDanny Welbeck
Romeo Lavia Driven to ‘Change Narrative’ at Chelsea After Injury Setbacks
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Romeo Lavia Driven to ‘Change Narrative’ at Chelsea After Injury Setbacks

Romeo Lavia is finally reaping the rewards of his grueling road back to fitness as he locks down a regular spot in Chelsea’s midfield. The 22-year-old Belgian is aiming to cement his longest run in the team against Brentford after overcoming persistent physical hurdles.

17 Sept 2026
ChelseaEnglish Premier LeagueFootball
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English Premier League
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Rodri, Bruno Guimarães and Diomande Headline a Summer of High-Stakes Reinvention

The 2026 summer transfer window is closing with a bang. Rodri’s move to Barcelona, Bruno Guimarães’ switch to Arsenal and Yan Diomande’s Real Madrid arrival headline a period of aggressive squad building ahead of the new European season.

20 Aug 2026
ArsenalBarcelonaBruno Guimarães

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