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Victor Moses’s arrival at Chelsea from Wigan Athletic marks a significant staging post in his quest to reach the game’s summit. o Moses, the images have a dream-like quality. The Nigerian winger had prayed since the beginning of July for … read more »
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Chelsea will host Newcastle on Saturday in what is shaping up to be one of the matches of the round. Chelsea will be looking to continue their solid early season form which has seen them defeat Wigan and Reading, while … read more »
Chelsea manager Roberto Di Matteo has confirmed that the European champions are close to signing Nigeria forward Victor Moses from Wigan. Di Matteo’s team had an improved offer, reported to be worth £9 million ($14 million), accepted for Moses on … read more »
Liverpool could be set to reignite their interest in Chelsea striker Daniel Sturridge, but the Reds’ lack of transfer funds could prove to be a major obstacle. Sturridge began last season in fine form under former boss Andre Villas-Boas, but … read more »
Last season’s Premier League champions Manchester City have identified Chelsea centre-back David Luiz as their latest transfer target and have bid £30million for the 25-year-old according to reports in England. With Micah Richard injured for up to ten weeks, Manchester … read more »
Chelsea enjoyed a huge let-off on Wednesday night as Fernando Torres’ highly-controversial goal helped send them top of the Premier League and denied Reading a famous result at Stamford Bridge. Torres appeared a yard in front of play when he … read more »
Roberto Di Matteo feels Manchester City are favourites to win the Premier League title this season as Chelsea try to close a big gap to the champions. City edged out local rivals Manchester United on goal difference last term and … read more »
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Chelsea striker Fernando Torres has been warned he cannot relax after the departure of Didier Drogba. Di Matteo made it clear ahead of Sunday’s Community Shield clash with Manchester City that he is still in the market for front men. … read more »
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Roberto Di Matteo has vowed there would be no Chelsea revolution this season as he questioned the wisdom of trying to play like Barcelona. Andre Villas-Boas had been tasked by billionaire owner Roman Abramovich with transforming the way Chelsea played, … read more »
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Roberto Di Matteo has insisted that Chelsea are more determined than ever to enjoy a successful season and he is hoping to kick things off with victory in Sunday’s Community Shield. The Blues finally ended their agonising wait for UEFA … read more »
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English Premier League champions Manchester City meet FA Cup winners Chelsea in the Community Shield at Villa Park on Sunday. The traditional curtain-raiser to the English domestic season, the fixture has been shifted from Wembley Stadium, London, to the home … read more »
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Chelsea are within touching distance of the signing of Victor Moses from Wigan, with the Blues looking to tie up a deal in time for this Sunday’s Community Shield clash with Manchester City. ESPN can disclose that Chelsea chief executive … read more »
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Following chief executive Ron Gourley’s admission that Chelsea have yet to complete their business in the transfer market this summer, the Stamford Bridge club are ready to step-up their interest in several players as they take their summer spending beyond … read more »
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Chelsea kicked off their pre season tour of America with a 4-2 win over the Seattle Sounders in front of 53,000 people. With two goals from Romelu Lukaku, one from Eden Hazard and another from Marko Marin, Chelsea got “everything … read more »
It was back to business for Chelsea’s stars on Sunday as the European champions began preparations for their tour of America with a training session in Seattle. The Blues, who kick-start their four-match tour with a friendly against Seattle Sounders … read more »
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News emerged last night that Inter Milan’s Brazilian right-back Maicon was a step nearer to joining Chelsea after the two clubs had finally agreed a fee for the player. The deal for Maicon is set to be worth around £6 … read more »
Roberto Di Matteo has expressed his delight at being appointed Chelsea’s full-time coach on a two-year contract in a move welcomed by former assistant boss Ray Wilkins. The Blues have moved to confirm the Italian as their permanent boss just … read more »
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Didier Drogba is leaving Chelsea but he leaves as a champion, a club legend, a role model for millions with his extensive work for good causes and his wonderful refusal to give up in his beloved team’s quest for the … read more »
Lazio are ready to pounce if Roberto Di Matteo is overlooked for the Chelsea manager’s job. Di Matteo has been in charge since Roman Abramovich sacked Andre Villas-Boas in March and in the last 10 weeks has won the FA … read more »
Roberto Di Matteo stood by his team selection as Chelsea suffered a fatal blow to their Premier League top-four challenge on Tuesday night. A 4-1 defeat at Liverpool was their worst of the season and left them five points behind … read more »
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Romelu Lukaku has insisted he has no regrets about joining Chelsea but reiterated he was looking to go out on loan next season. Lukaku, who turns 19 this month, admitted his ?18million move from Anderlecht to his boyhood idols last … read more »
Roman Abramovich is refusing to give up on his dream of taking Jose Mourinho back as Chelsea manager. Although Mourinho insists he will remain with La Liga champions Real Madrid for at least another season, the Chelsea owner is undeterred. … read more »
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Roberto Di Matteo is increasingly confident Didier Drogba will win his fitness battle and face Barcelona tomorrow night. The Chelsea striker has a knee problem and was left out of the squad that held Arsenal to a 0-0 draw at … read more »
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Roman Abramovich is ready to pay whatever it takes to get Jose Mourinho back at Chelsea after settling his differences with the Real Madrid manager. The Russian owner and Mourinho parted on bad terms in 2007 but relations have improved … read more »
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Chelsea midfielder, Mikel Obi, has said that Chelsea expects a tougher test at Barcelona in Tuesday’s Champions League semifinal after they won the first tie 1-0. A Didier Drogba stunner in first half stoppage time proved to be the difference … read more »
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Didier Drogba believes he has answered critics who branded him over the hill after scoring Chelsea’s winner against Barcelona. The 34 year-old found the net with his – and Chelsea’s – only shot on target at Stamford Bridge last night, … read more »
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The prizes may still to be handed out this season, but already Chelsea are looking to future after a tumultous campaign that could yet end in glory, afterr unveiling their new strip for 2012/13. Chelsea face an uphill battle to … read more »
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Fernando Torres scored his first Premier League goal for six months as Chelsea revitalised their hopes of securing a Champions League spot with victory at Aston Villa. The Blues looked to be cruising as Daniel Sturridge and Ivanovic earned them … read more »
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Chelsea took a big step towards the last four after securing a narrow victory over Benfica in Lisbon. Salomon Kalou’s close-range finish gave Chelsea a hard-fought win after Benfica had carved out the better chances but failed to land the … read more »
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Tagged africa african news, Benfica, Chelsea, Chelsea F.C., Didier Drogba, indepthafrica africa news, Michael Essien, Roberto Di Matteo, S.L. Benfica, Salomon Kalou
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90′ Corner, Chelsea. Conceded by Robert Huth. 90′ Attempt blocked. Daniel Sturridge (Chelsea) left footed shot from the centre of the box is blocked. 90′ Ryan Shawcross (Stoke City) wins a free kick on the right wing. 90′ Foul by … read more »
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