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Chelsea miss Joao Pedro... and can't stop conceding goals
Chelsea's problem was defending, but with Joao Pedro ruled out through injury, scoring goals has also become an issue.
September 18, 2026'Everything was disappointing' - Alonso on Brentford defeat
Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso says everything about his side's performance in their loss at Brentford was "disappointing", stressing that they need to improve in every aspect of their game.
September 18, 2026New system, same problems - Alonso not happy with 'soft' Chelsea
It was subdued at Stamford Bridge after Chelsea's 2-2 draw with newly promoted Hull City.
September 12, 2026Like Benzema & as good as Haaland - Alonso on Joao Pedro
Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso says striker Joao Pedro is similar stylistically to his former Real Madrid team-mate Karim Benzema and is at a comparable level to Manchester City's Erling Haaland.
September 11, 2026Star subs rescue Chelsea as Alonso 'takes blame'
Chelsea get the better of Leeds in a cup thriller, but Blues boss Xabi Alonso has food for thought after needing rescue act from his star substitutes.
September 9, 2026Where Estevao fits into Chelsea's all-star attack
A look at where Estevao Willian could feature for Chelsea this season after the reminder of his quality in his cameo against Arsenal.
September 9, 2026Can Chelsea win the league with three at the back? - Given's verdict
Match of the Day pundit Shay Given praises Chelsea's flying wing-backs, backing Xabi Alonso's side to win the Premier League title using a three-at-the-back system.
August 30, 2026Chelsea maintain perfect start in seven-goal Brighton thriller
Chelsea maintained their perfect start to the season under Xabi Alonso, holding off a Brighton fightback to win a seven-goal encounter 4-3 at Stamford Bridge.
August 30, 2026Is Joao Pedro ready to break Chelsea's so-called number nine curse?
Joao Pedro took just 31 seconds to score his opening goal of the season - will the new number nine reach the 20 he scored last season while wearing the number 20 shirt?
August 26, 2026Three reasons Chelsea could challenge for title - and one they may not
While Chelsea's front three produced a sparkling display in their win over Fulham, goalkeeper Robert Sanchez remains a major concern.
August 24, 2026'To have a good team, we need a great Cole' - Alonso on Palmer
Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso praises Cole Palmer's "responsibility, maturity and freedom" after a goal and an assist from the playmaker seals a 3-2 victory over Fulham at Craven Cottage. In Alonso's first Premier League match in charge, the Spaniard insists his new squad can achieve "special things" this season.
August 24, 2026Palmer impresses as Chelsea edge past Fulham to give Alonso first win
Cole Palmer scores and sets up Joao Pedro as Chelsea give Xabi Alonso a winning start against Alvaro Arbeloa's Fulham at Craven Cottage in the Premier League.
August 24, 2026Where next for Chelsea's Delap and can he bounce back?
Chelsea striker Liam Delap has been made available for sale just a year into his Stamford Bridge career. Where will he go and can he bounce back?
August 21, 2026Fernandez booed by Chelsea fans as Alonso offers glimpse of blueprint
Enzo Fernandez is booed by sections of the Chelsea support, Morgan Rogers scores on his first appearance and Xabi Alonso offers a glimpse of what could be his blueprint for the season.
August 15, 2026Can Chelsea go from 10th to title again?
With a new manager at the helm in Xabi Alonso, can Chelsea go from 10th to the Premier League title like they did a decade ago?
August 14, 2026Chelsea set Friday deadline over £120m Fernandez
Chelsea set a Friday deadline for offers of £120m for clubs interested in midfielder Enzo Fernandez.
August 12, 2026Who will exit Chelsea? How Blues could cut 41-man squad
With 25 days until the transfer window closes, Chelsea will be working hard to cut their 41-man senior squad. But who could be heading out?
August 7, 2026'Ready to write Chelsea story' - Lacroix makes £52m move
Chelsea sign France World Cup defender Maxence Lacroix from Crystal Palace for £52m.
July 30, 2026Brighton's Welbeck set for Chelsea medical
Brighton striker Danny Welbeck is given permission to have a medical at Stamford Bridge as his move to Chelsea moves closer.
July 29, 2026Chelsea in talks to sign Brighton striker Welbeck
Chelsea are in talks to sign Brighton & Hove Albion striker Danny Welbeck, with the 35-year-old keen to join new manager Xabi Alonso at Stamford Bridge.
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'Everything was disappointing' - Alonso on Brentford defeat
There was an error Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso says everything about his side's performance in their loss at Brentford was "disappointing", stressing that they need to improve in every aspect of thei
Chelsea miss Joao Pedro... and can't stop conceding goals
Brentford stay unbeaten as they put three past Chelsea Chelsea's problem was once again defending. But with striker Joao Pedro ruled out through injury, scoring goals also became an issue at Brentfor
New system, same problems - Alonso not happy with 'soft' Chelsea
Chelsea have won two of their four Premier League games since Xabi Alonso's appointment It was a familiar story for the Premier League's top scorers. Chelsea's entertaining 2-2 draw with Hull on Sat
Like Benzema & as good as Haaland - Alonso on Joao Pedro
Joao Pedro has scored 25 goals since joining Chelsea at the beginning of last season, including one in a Club World Cup final success Xabi Alonso says Chelsea striker Joao Pedro is similar in style t
Star subs rescue Chelsea as Alonso 'takes blame'
Xabi Alonso needed to call on his bench after a lacklustre start from Chelsea Xabi Alonso watched his Chelsea team hit six goals in the second half against Leeds United but felt the need to "take res
Where Estevao fits into Chelsea's all-star attack
Estevao Willian missed Brazil's World Cup campaign because of a hamstring injury A late flourish from Estevao Willian almost snatched Chelsea a draw at Arsenal on Sunday. His curling strike was save
Can Chelsea win the league with three at the back? - Given's verdict
There was an error Match of the Day pundit Shay Given praises Chelsea's flying wing-backs, backing Xabi Alonso's side to win the Premier League title using a three-at-the-back system. MATCH REPORT:
Chelsea maintain perfect start in seven-goal Brighton thriller
There was an error Chelsea maintained their perfect start to the season under Xabi Alonso, holding off a Brighton fightback to win a seven-goal encounter 4-3 at Stamford Bridge. MATCH REPORT: Chelse
Is Joao Pedro ready to break Chelsea's so-called number nine curse?
Joao Pedro missed out on a place in Brazil's World Cup squad in the summer Joao Pedro took just 31 seconds to make a statement about how he is handling the so-called curse of the number nine shirt at
Palmer impresses as Chelsea edge past Fulham to give Alonso first win
There was an error Cole Palmer scores and sets up Joao Pedro as Chelsea give Xabi Alonso a winning start against Alvaro Arbeloa's Fulham at Craven Cottage in the Premier League. MATCH REPORT: Fulham
'To have a good team, we need a great Cole' - Alonso on Palmer
There was an error Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso praises Cole Palmer's "responsibility, maturity and freedom" after a goal and an assist from the playmaker seals a 3-2 victory over Fulham at Craven Cot
Three reasons Chelsea could challenge for title - and one they may not
Palmer shines as Chelsea edge Fulham in Alonso debut win If football is won in both boxes, it seems as though Chelsea have one far better covered than the other. Xabi Alonso began his Stamford Bridg
Where next for Chelsea's Delap and can he bounce back?
Liam Delap made his senior breakthrough at Manchester City Chelsea striker Liam Delap is being allowed to leave the club just 14 months after moving to Stamford Bridge. The 23-year-old was making hi
Fernandez booed by Chelsea fans as Alonso offers glimpse of blueprint
Enzo Fernandez's Chelsea future has been uncertain since March Enzo Fernandez was booed by sections of the Chelsea support as Morgan Rogers scored on his first appearance for Chelsea in a 3-1 win aga
Can Chelsea go from 10th to title again?
Can Xabi Alonso get more out of Cole Palmer and co this season? Chelsea finished 10th in the Premier League 10 years ago but incredibly were champions of England just a year later under new manager A
Chelsea set Friday deadline over £120m Fernandez
Enzo Fernandez was in full training under new manager Xabi Alonso for the first time on Wednesday afternoon Chelsea have set a Friday deadline for offers of £120m or more from clubs interested in mid
Who will exit Chelsea? How Blues could cut 41-man squad
Nicolas Jackson and Liam Delap cost Chelsea a combined £62m Chelsea are in the familiar position of having a large number of players on their books, with 41 senior players and only 25 days remaining
'Ready to write Chelsea story' - Lacroix makes £52m move
Lacroix won three trophies in two seasons with Crystal Palace Chelsea have signed France's World Cup defender Maxence Lacroix from Crystal Palace for £52m. The 26-year-old, capped seven times by Fra
Brighton's Welbeck set for Chelsea medical
Danny Welbeck made his senior debut for Manchester United in 2008 Chelsea are finalising a move for Brighton striker Danny Welbeck after he was given permission to have a medical at Stamford Bridge.
Chelsea open talks to sign Brighton striker Welbeck
Welbeck has previously played for Manchester United, Sunderland, Arsenal and Watford in the Premier League Chelsea are in talks to sign Brighton striker Danny Welbeck. The 35-year-old is keen on mov