Michael Ballack
On this day: Andriy Shevchenko stars in Chelsea win over Tottenham Hotspur
On this day in 2007, Andriy Shevchenko helped Chelsea to a 2-1 victory over Tottenham Hotspur in their FA Cup quarter-final replay at White Hart Lane.
Mar 19, 10:20
Jose Mourinho: Signing Cesc Fabregas from Barcelona was "unexpected"
Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho says that he is "happy" with the speed with which Cesc Fabregas has readapted to the demands of Premier League football.
Mar 11, 06:15
On this day: Chelsea put seven past sorry Sunderland at Stamford Bridge
On this day in 2010, Chelsea continue their charge to the Premier League title by thrashing Sunderland 7-2 at Stamford Bridge.
Jan 16, 08:10
Roberto Martinez: 'Ross Barkley is Everton's Michael Ballack'
Everton boss Roberto Martinez likens Ross Barkley to legendary German Michael Ballack after he inspired the Toffees to their 3-1 win over QPR.
Dec 16, 00:43
Michael Ballack tipping Chelsea for Champions League glory
Former Chelsea midfielder Michael Ballack can see no reason why the Blues cannot win the Champions League this season.
Nov 26, 01:14
Felix Magath slams "defamation of character"
Ex-Fulham boss Felix Magath claims that he was the victim of a "defamation of character" in his final days at the club.
Sep 23, 02:20
Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger defends Mesut Ozil against his critics
Arsene Wenger believes that the criticism of Mesut Ozil is unfair and that fans "need to be patient".
Sep 19, 09:44
Michael Ballack: 'Mesut Ozil should not have left Real Madrid'
Michael Ballack claims that Arsenal's Mesut Ozil should have stayed at Real Madrid longer.
Sep 18, 04:42
On this day: Italy leave it late to eliminate Germany
On this day in 2006, Italy beat Germany in the World Cup semi-finals thanks to two late extra-time goals.
Jul 4, 09:35
On This Day: Fernando Torres fires Spain to Euro 2008 victory
Sports Mole looks back at Spain's 1-0 win over Germany in the Euro 2008 final.
Jun 29, 09:56
Michael Ballack surprised by Mesut Ozil criticism
Former Germany midfielder Michael Ballack admits that he has been surprised by the recent criticism of Mesut Ozil.
Jun 25, 13:05
Michael Ballack expects Andre Schurrle to improve at Chelsea next season
Michael Ballack believes that Andre Schurrle can become a "main player" for Chelsea.
Jun 4, 10:43
Michael Ballack: 'Mesut Ozil looks lost ahead of World Cup'
Michael Ballack believes that Mesut Ozil "looks lost" ahead of the World Cup in Brazil.
Jun 4, 03:56
Michael Ballack: 'Frank Lampard is a Chelsea legend'
Former Chelsea midfielder Michael Ballack says that Frank Lampard is a legend after announcing that he will leave the club this summer.
Jun 2, 22:30
Michael Ballack calls on Germany boss Joachim Low to quit after World Cup
Michael Ballack says that Joachim Low should quit as Germany coach even if his team wins the World Cup.
May 21, 23:23
On this day: Chelsea beat Liverpool to reach Champions League final
Six years ago today, Chelsea overcome English rivals Liverpool to reach the final of the Champions League.
Apr 30, 09:57
On this day: Chelsea advance beyond Fenerbahce
Back on this day in 2008, goals from Michael Ballack and Frank Lampard see Chelsea advance in the Champions League at the expense of Fenerbahce.
Apr 8, 09:50
Michael Ballack: 'Mesut Ozil not accepted by Arsenal teammates'
Mesut Ozil has 'not been accepted' by his Arsenal teammates, according to retired German midfielder Michael Ballack.
Feb 20, 06:59
Preview: Bayer Leverkusen vs. Paris Saint-Germain
Sports Mole looks ahead to Tuesday's Champions League clash between Bayer Leverkusen and Paris Saint-Germain.
Feb 16, 10:40
On this day: Chelsea held by West Ham United
On this day in 2008, West Ham United ensured that Chelsea missed out on moving to the top of the Premier League table by holding the Blues to a 1-1 draw at Stamford Bridge.
Dec 14, 09:55
Roberto Martinez plays down Paul Gascoigne and Ross Barkley comparisons
Everton manager Roberto Martinez plays down comparisons between Paul Gascoigne and Ross Barkley.
Dec 10, 21:15
On this day: Arsenal comeback stuns Chelsea
On this day in 2008, a Robin van Persie double earned Arsenal a 2-1 victory against Chelsea at Stamford Bridge.
Nov 30, 11:59
Michael Ballack: 'England are a bit behind Spain, Germany'
Former Germany midfielder Michael Ballack claims that England are "a bit behind" the likes of Germany and Spain.
Nov 17, 13:03
On this day: Chelsea beat Manchester United to move five points clear
On this day in 2009, Chelsea beat Manchester United 1-0 at Stamford Bridge to move five points clear at the top of the Premier League.
Nov 8, 09:55
Andre Schurrle always 'dreamt' of Chelsea move
Andre Schurrle reveals that playing for Chelsea has been his dream since seeing his "idol" and German compatriot Michael Ballack in a Blues shirt.
Oct 25, 20:02
Michael Ballack: 'Pep Guardiola just what Bayern Munich needed'
Ex-Bayern Munich skipper Michael Ballack believes that Pep Guardiola has helped sharpen focus and avoid complacency at the Allianz Arena this season.
Oct 22, 15:08
Can Everton keep hold of Ross Barkley?
Sports Mole analyses whether Everton can keep Ross Barkley out of the clutches of Chelsea and Manchester United.
Sep 16, 12:55
Michael Ballack backs Mesut Ozil to impress at Arsenal
Former Chelsea and Germany midfielder Michael Ballack believes that Mesut Ozil will be a success at Arsenal following his big-money move from Real Madrid.
Sep 8, 18:16
Ross Barkley reminds Roberto Martinez of Michael Ballack
Everton manager Roberto Martinez says that he sees shades of Germany legend Michael Ballack in Ross Barkley.
Aug 28, 03:16
Andre Schurrle: 'Michael Ballack convinced me to join Chelsea'
Andre Schurrle reveals that Michael Ballack convinced him to join Chelsea from Bayer Leverkusen.
Jul 21, 13:19
Andre Schurrle: It's an "honour" to play for Jose Mourinho
New Chelsea forward Andre Schurrle says that it will be an "honour" to play for Jose Mourinho next season.
Jun 26, 04:14
Video: Per Mertesacker skins Didier Drogba with skilful roulette
Per Mertesacker embarrases Didier Drogba during Michael Ballack's testimonial match in Germany.
Jun 6, 08:54
Jose Mourinho to discuss Andre Schurrle move
Chelsea will hold talks with Bayer Leverkusen over the transfer of Andre Schurrle on Wednesday.
Jun 5, 08:53
Michael Ballack backs Jose Mourinho Chelsea return
Michael Ballack says that Jose Mourinho's return to Chelsea is a good move for both parties.
Jun 4, 21:25
Michael Ballack sceptical of Joachim Low experiment
Ex-Germany captain Michael Ballack urges Joachim Low to stick with conventional strikers and abandon his 'false nine' experiment.
Mar 24, 23:55
Ex-Chelsea midfielder Michael Ballack mistaken for Matt Damon
Michael Ballack says that he was left "confused" when a girl thought that he was American actor Matt Damon.
Mar 11, 13:16
Olaf Thon: 'Bastian Schweinsteiger is in decline'
Olaf Thon says that Bayern Munich midfielder Bastian Schweinsteiger has lost his pace and is in decline.
Feb 11, 15:25
Michael Ballack shocked by Pep Guardiola decision
Ex-Bayern Munich and Chelsea midfielder Michael Ballack believes that Pep Guardiola chose Germany over Stamford Bridge because of the stability and togetherness at the Allianz Arena.
Jan 21, 02:27
Michael Ballack dismisses lawyer who claimed he 'couldn't afford' speeding fine
Michael Ballack reportedly sacks his lawyer, who claimed that the retired midfielder could not afford to pay an £8,000 speeding fine.
Nov 2, 14:28
Michael Ballack 'can't afford speeding fine'
Legal representatives of Michael Ballack claim that the former Chelsea midfielder can not afford to pay a speeding fine.
Oct 31, 16:14
